Case studies

Over four rounds, the Innovation and Resilience Fund has invested over £2.7 million in 91 diverse projects. Recipients have used their grants for a wide range of projects, from net zero innovations, food and drink manufacturing, to farm diversification. The success of the IRF has provided a major boost to the local economy and supported increased growth, productivity, and job creation within East Devon. 

Selected case studies below highlight the impact of IRF-funding on successfully delivered projects.

IRF1:

Cosmic Studio 15

Waffle Live

Project Impact: A Project Specific Carbon Calculator

Factory growth and expansion of technical advancement for sewing

Castlewood Vineyards: creating a fully in-house winery

IRF2:

The Udder Stuff - Gelato Production

Lists of all past beneficiaries are available on our webpages

When this content has been updated

Last updated 29 May 2026