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    Veteran-Owned Businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber

    Verified listings
    24
    Largest service branch
    British Army (75%)
    Top sector
    Professional & Technical
    Newest listing
    21 September 2026

    British Veteran Owned lists 24 verified veteran-owned businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber. 75% 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.

    Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire is the largest Army garrison in Britain, and junior soldiers begin their careers at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate. Many people who leave through Catterick stay in the county, and Richmondshire has one of the highest proportions of veterans anywhere in England and Wales. Veteran-owned businesses across Yorkshire and the Humber include builders, security firms, coaches, food producers and consultancies.

    The 2021 Census counted 185,125 veterans in Yorkshire and the Humber (4.2% of residents aged 16 and over). In Richmondshire the proportion was 9.5%. Source: Census 2021 table TS071, Previously served in the UK armed forces — ONS via Nomis

    Last updated 1 October 2026.

    24 verified businesses

    Frequently asked questions

    How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in Yorkshire and the Humber?
    There are currently 24 verified veteran-owned businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber 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 Yorkshire and the Humber 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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