Start-ups
Start Up Loans
What offer is A Start Up Loan is a government-backed personal loan of up to £25,000, available to individuals looking...
Syndicate Room
Investment fund providing multi sector investments.
SuperSeed
Funding and support. Support with product, model and proposition, sales and distribution.
Seedrs
Equity crowdfunding platform which supports you through the entire journey, from campaign creation to promotion and documentation.
Seedcamp
Equity finance platform
Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS)
This is a scheme which encourages investors to invest in UK companies. You need to apply to HMRC to get SEIS status. SEIS allows investors to claim back up to 78% of their investment in the first year (up to £150,000) currently. Many professional investors and business angel now require SEIS status at angel stage.
Princes Trust
Run free enterprise programme which offers Government backed start-up loans. Also structured programme of support and mentoring.
New Enterprise Allowance
A grant fund dedicated to supporting people on certain benefits to start a business or develop a business if already self-employed. Depending on your circumstances may provide business mentoring, a weekly allowance and the option of a start-up business loan.
London Small Business Centre
Unsecured Government backed Start Up Loans
Kickstarter
A crowdfunding platform where you set a target amount. You cannot offer equity, revenue sharing or investment.
Fuel Ventures
Venture capital company offering investment
Angel Investment Network
Investment platform with over 225,000 registered investors. Investors consist of individuals, family offices and venture funds and are usually current or former business owners themselves.