Whatever your business... it's our business to help

County Durham Development Company exists to help create jobs and prosperity for the people of County Durham by promoting and developing business opportunities for the County.

We're here to help businesses set up, grow and expand in our County. With our knowledge and expertise we are here to make sure that your business has all the advice and assistance it needs to succeed.

If you wish to contact us to discuss your particular needs, please call us on 0191 370 8680, or e-mail us on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

If you have a specific enquiry about commercial premises, please visit our Property Finder pages. For other issues relating to your business and its development, please refer to our Contacts page.

Whatever your business needs...

looking to set up your own business
investing in making your business grow
finding new markets for your business in the UK and overseas
considering County Durham as a business location

...we are here to help.

There are lots of organisations and agencies out there - our team is widely experienced, knows exactly who to talk to and has seen all the forms before!

Our extensive business contacts, our local knowledge and our database resources mean that every client receives personal rather than pre-packaged support.

One of the fastest growing science, engineering and technology parks in the UK

Science, engineering and technology businesses throughout County Durham can plug into a network of expertise online