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Veteran-Owned Businesses in the East Midlands
- Verified listings
- 34
- Largest service branch
- British Army (68%)
- Top sector
- Professional & Technical
- Newest listing
- 16 October 2026
British Veteran Owned lists 34 verified veteran-owned businesses in the East Midlands. 68% are run by British Army veterans, and the most common sectors are Professional & Technical, Construction and Retail & Wholesale. Every listing is free and has been checked by our verification team.
Lincolnshire has long been known as Bomber County, and RAF Cranwell, Waddington and Coningsby keep that link alive. North Kesteven has one of the highest proportions of veterans in England and Wales, and the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre at Stanford Hall is in Nottinghamshire. Veteran-owned businesses across the East Midlands range from engineering and haulage to training providers and trades.
The 2021 Census recorded 170,529 veterans in the East Midlands (4.3% of residents aged 16 and over). In North Kesteven the figure was 10.2%. Source: Census 2021 table TS071, Previously served in the UK armed forces — ONS via Nomis
Last updated 19 October 2026.
34 verified businesses
Aspire Management Consultancy LtdProfessional & TechnicalLincoln, LincolnshireEmpowering leaders and teams to realise their full potential.
B W RestorationProfessional & TechnicalLeicester, LeicestershireRestoring Classic and Vintage vehicles the right way not the easy way
Combat Clipper CompanyRetail & WholesaleLeicester, LeicestershireBeard Grooming Products
Commando climbers tree specialistsAgriculture, Forestry & FishingCossall, NottinghamshireTree surgery
CP Fencing & Landscape DerbyConstructionDerby, DerbyshireConstruction
Creative InteriorsRetail & WholesaleDerby, DerbyshireQuality - Innovation - Trust- East Midlands Drone ServicesProfessional & TechnicalMansfield, NottinghamshireDrone services / photography / surveying
Finance For ForcesFinancial ServicesDerby, DerbyshireSourcing Commercial Finance for the Armed Forces Community
Forces Cars DirectRetail & WholesaleLincoln, LincolnshireIf you serve, you save- HDP Medical ServicesHealth & Social CareCoalville, LeicestershirePre Hospital Medical Courses, Supplies and Event Cover
- Iron Horse Landscaping and Building Services LtdConstructionLeicester, LeicestershireLandscaping & Building Services
Jump Dogs UK LtdArts, Entertainment & RecreationNorthampton, NorthamptonshireWe jump out you stand out
KAAM PROPERTY GROUP LTDReal EstateMANSFIELD, NottinghamshireVeteran-led property solutions combining refurbishment, maintenance and investment expertise.
KwikTip LimitedUtilitiesBreedon On The Hill, LeicestershireWaste Management
Lincoln Map LadyArts, Entertainment & RecreationLincoln, LincolnshireVintage maps make art
Live Solar LtdUtilitiesDerby, DerbyshireLive Clean - Live Green - Live Solar
MacPeg Electrical Systems LtdConstructionChesterfield, DerbyshireComercial, Industrial and Domestic Electrical Installation
On Hand Training & SecurityEducation & TrainingOakthorpe, LeicestershireTraining, security, events
Peaks & Hikes ApparelRetail & WholesaleLincoln, LincolnshireAdventure Within
Pellonia Security SolutionsProfessional & TechnicalRetford, NottinghamshireProfessional Security Services
Portkey LeadershipProfessional & TechnicalBoston, LincolnshireBusiness coaching, mentoring and team development
PPE StoresRetail & WholesaleNottingham, NottinghamshireLow cost, high quality PPE
Reorg Installations LtdConstructionNottingham, NottinghamshireCommercial and Industrial NICEIC Approved Electrical Contractors
Simply Skilled LtdEducation & TrainingAlfreton, DerbyshireWhere Growth Begins- Springfield Home and Garden LtdConstructionSwadlincote, DerbyshireWe provide property development and maintenance for private and commercial customers.
Tactical Energy Systems LtdProfessional & TechnicalDerby, DerbyshireYour energy independence- Tactical TilesConstructionRutlandTiling and property services around Rutland and surrounding areas
Tattershall Lakes Mini BreaksAccommodation & FoodLincoln, LincolnshireAffordable Luxury Hot Tub Holidays
The Lincoln DistilleryManufacturingSaxilby, Lincoln, LincolnshireDistilling the Spirit of Lincoln
Thompson Butler AssociatesProfessional & TechnicalNewark, NottinghamshireLooking for the best in people
Timothy Charles Dental Tourism AgencyHealth & Social CareGrantham, LincolnshireTimothy Charles Dental Tourism Agency provides professional dental tourism services in Macedonia. Feel free to drop us a line if you have any questions.
Watch4prizesArts, Entertainment & RecreationNew Mills, DerbyshireWatch, Win, Repeat
Who Lets Your Dog Out? LtdOther ServicesGrantham, LincolnshirePremium Pet Care In More Ways Than You Think
windowsRcleanerCleaning & Property ServicesNorthampton, NorthamptonshireWindow Cleaning Excellence
Frequently asked questions
- How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in the East Midlands?
- There are currently 34 verified veteran-owned businesses in the East Midlands in the British Veteran Owned directory. The count updates as new businesses complete verification.
- How are these businesses verified?
- Each owner sends one piece of evidence, such as discharge documentation, a JPA service summary print or a service-leaver letter. A member of our team reviews it before the listing goes live with the British Veteran Owned hallmark. See how verification works.
- Can I list my East Midlands business for free?
- Yes. Verification and listing are free for every veteran-owned business, with no fees, tiers or paid placement. Start your free verification.
Counties in the East Midlands
- Lincolnshire (9)
- Derbyshire (9)
Sectors in the East Midlands
Nearby regions
- West Midlands (21)
- East of England (31)
- Yorkshire and the Humber (24)