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Britain’s Got Startups 
isn’t Just Another Pitch Competition.

Across the UK, 53% of high-growth companies are based  outside of London, yet they receive just under 39% of total equity investment.  

The maths isn’t maths-ing.
We want to create a platform to build businesses from where you are based and we will bring investors and startup ecosystem stakeholders to you.

Our VC Series Partner, Two Magnolias, will be looking to invest a six-figure sum into a founder who reaches the Best of Britain Finale.*

We don’t charge fees.
For the 2026 series, there are no success fees if you are to raise investment via Britain’s Got Startups.**

We bring investors to you; every showcase event we hold, we’ll aim to have 15-20 investors within the audience.

*Subject to due diligence and within the mandate of Two Magnolias VC

**We have Investor Relations Partners, carefully chosen for their experience and track record, who will charge fees if you wish to engage them.

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Application

After you apply to Britain’s Got Startups, your application will be filtered by investors and startup experts.

Semi-Final

If you have been chosen to progress to the Semi-Final, you will pitch virtually to 4-5 active investors who will choose the best businesses to progress to the Showcase event.

Showcase

If you are chosen to pitch at a Showcase, you are representing your Nation or Region. You will have the opportunity to present the investment opportunity to a room full of investors, industry experts and national stakeholders for the startup ecosystem.

Best of Britain

If you are one of the best businesses at your Showcase, you’ll be invited to pitch at the Best of Britain Finale, which will focus on international investors.

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Northern Showcase

Scotland & North England

York - February 2026

Southern Showcase

South West & South East

Bristol - April 2026

Central Showcase

Wales, Midlands & East England

Nottingham - May 2026

Best of Britain Finale

Britains Got Start Ups Final

London - June 2026

Scotland & North England

26th January 2026

Wales, Midlands & East England

31st March 2026

South West & South East

17 March 2026

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Everything you need to know

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We Travel Around the UK to Spotlight the Best Start-Ups & Scale-Ups Outside of London.

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