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Powered by Partners Backing Founders Beyond London. 

Britain’s Got Startups is powered by a growing network of partners who share our mission to level the playing field for UK founders—supporting regional growth, inclusion, and early-stage entrepreneurship. 

What Partners Make Possible 

Partners help us: 

The UK’s next breakout companies aren’t all being built in Zone 1. 

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2026 Series Partners 

British Business Bank 
The UK government’s economic development bank, helping smaller businesses access the finance they need to start, scale and stay in the UK. 
Two Magnolias VC 
A UK venture capital organisation investing in globally scalable UK companies, with a focus on underrepresented founders and mission-led outcomes. 
Beauhurst 
The private company data platform helping investors discover, track, and understand high-growth businesses. 
Novus
A funding partner supporting founders with routes such as R&D tax relief, grants, and equity fundraising—so more great companies can grow. 
Novabook
Startup-first accounting and compliance—helping founders stay compliant, investor-ready, and in control as they scale. 
Irvine Partners 
Creative communications and storytelling—helping founders and partners craft narratives that cut through. 
London Stock Exchange 
Supporting ambitious businesses to access capital and grow—connecting companies to investors, markets, and the wider growth ecosystem. 

Showcase Partners (by event)

Northern Britain Showcase
(Scotland & North of England) 
Showcase Partners:
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Why it matters
Bringing investors into the region to meet standout founders locally.
Central Britain Showcase
(Wales, Midlands & East) 
Showcase Partners:
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Southern Britain Showcase
(South West & South East)
Showcase Partners:
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Best of Britain Finale
London
Showcase Partners:
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Investor Relations Partners 

Mountside Ventures 

To attend the Best of Britain Finale, you must have attended at least one in-person regional or national final. 

Angel Investment Network 

Connecting entrepreneurs with angel investors—supporting founder visibility and investor discovery. 

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Want to Support the Next Generation of Breakout Founders Beyond London? 

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

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