How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in the East of England?

There are currently 31 verified veteran-owned businesses in the East of England 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 of England 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.

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Veteran-Owned Businesses in the East of England

Verified listings: 31
Largest service branch: British Army (77%)
Top sector: Professional & Technical
Newest listing: 23 September 2026

British Veteran Owned lists 31 verified veteran-owned businesses in the East of England. 77% 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.

Much of the RAF's front line sits in the East of England, at Marham in Norfolk, Wittering near Peterborough and Honington in Suffolk. Colchester Garrison is home to 16 Air Assault Brigade, and the Stanford Training Area covers a large part of the Norfolk countryside. The region's veteran-owned businesses cover everything from aviation engineering and logistics to cleaning, construction and the rural economy.

The 2021 Census counted 193,882 veterans in the East of England, 3.8% of residents aged 16 and over. Source: Census 2021 table TS071, Previously served in the UK armed forces — ONS via Nomis

Last updated 27 September 2026.

31 verified businesses

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How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in the East of England?: There are currently 31 verified veteran-owned businesses in the East of England 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 of England 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.

Veteran-Owned Businesses in the East of England

31 verified businesses

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