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Pembroke VCT

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

Pembroke VCT is a prominent London-based venture capital trust specializing in early-stage, high-growth businesses across several dynamic sectors. Established to leverage the benefits of the UK's Venture Capital Trust scheme, Pembroke focuses on companies poised for significant expansion within the consumer, health & fitness, food & beverage, apparel, digital services, and technology industries. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying innovative companies with strong management teams and scalable business models, providing not just capital but also strategic support to accelerate their development.

The firm typically engages with companies seeking their initial institutional funding rounds, offering first cheques ranging from £1 million to £5 million. This translates to approximately $1.27 million to $6.35 million, based on recent exchange rates. Pembroke VCT is also committed to supporting its portfolio companies through their growth journey, making follow-on investments available as businesses achieve key milestones and require further capital for expansion. This long-term partnership approach underscores their dedication to fostering sustainable growth and maximizing returns for their investors.

Pembroke VCT boasts a robust track record, having invested over £120 million into more than 50 high-potential companies since its inception. Their portfolio includes well-known brands and innovative startups that have demonstrated significant market traction and disruption within their respective fields. With over £100 million in funds under management, Pembroke VCT continues to be an active and influential player in the UK's early-stage investment landscape, contributing to the growth of the country's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Investor Profile

Pembroke VCT has backed more than 58 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 31 rounds, about 53% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, United States, Czech Republic.
  • Strong thematic focus on Fashion, E-Commerce, Software.
  • Led 4 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1.3M – $6.3M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (36%)
  • Series Unknown (36%)
  • Series A (16%)
  • Private Equity (5%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (2%)
  • Undisclosed (2%)
  • Series B (2%)
  • Angel (2%)

Country Focus

  • United Kingdom (90%)
  • United States (7%)
  • Czech Republic (2%)
  • France (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Fashion
  • E-commerce
  • Software
  • Retail
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Retail Technology
  • Health Care
  • Food And Beverage
  • Advertising
  • Information Technology
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Pembroke VCT frequently co-invest with?

Seedrs
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Techstars
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 2
JamJar Investments
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Eppes Creek Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
octopus investments
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Lepe Partners
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Active Partners
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Guinness Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 6
Firstminute Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Venrex
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Pembroke VCT often collaborate with?

TS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
RT
North America, California, United States, Saratoga
Shared Deals: 1
DT
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
MK
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
JM
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
SM
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
NM
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
EY
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
NK
Europe, United Kingdom
Shared Deals: 1
CM
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Pembroke VCT?

My Expert Midwife

Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

My Expert Midwife offers skincare products.

BeautyConsumer GoodsCosmeticsEBooks
UndisclosedJul 8, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,173,568
Serve First

Romford, Havering, United Kingdom

Serve First provides customer feedback surveys and staff engagement platforms.

ConsultingConsumer ReviewsEmployee BenefitsMarket Research
Series UnknownJun 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $5,347,339
Mindset AI

London, England, United Kingdom

Mindset AI is a technology company using AI and automation to help human-capital businesses scale.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine Learning
SeedApr 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $5,663,208
Ryft

London, England, United Kingdom

Ryft is a payment platform that allows marketplaces and digital platforms.

E-CommerceMobile PaymentsPayments
Series AApr 8, 2025
Amount Raised: $7,290,345
SMARTIFY

London, England, United Kingdom

SMARTIFY provides instant access to inspiring art commentary, straight to your smartphone.

AppsArtAugmented RealityLeisureMuseums and Historical SitesSoftware
Series UnknownJan 29, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,867,816
Smartr365

London, England, United Kingdom

Smartr365 is transforming the industry from the ground up – getting a mortgage has never been easier.

Financial ServicesInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
Series UnknownDec 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,248,602
Roto VR

Borehamwood, Hertford, United Kingdom

Roto VR is the world first interactive, ‘360 degree’ chair, controlled by a users head movement, to enhance the Virtual Reality experience

ElectronicsFurnitureGamingRetail TechnologyVirtual Reality
Series UnknownDec 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,048,180
With Nothing Underneath

London, England, United Kingdom

With Nothing Underneath is an e-commerce store for women's fashion products

E-CommerceFashionSales
Series UnknownOct 21, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,245,674
TALA

London, England, United Kingdom

TALA is the brand you always knew you wanted but could never quite find - sustainable activewear and athleisure styles.

FashionRetailSporting GoodsTextiles
Series UnknownJul 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,487,524
Transreport

London, England, United Kingdom

Transreport is a technology company, specializing in improving customer experience using technologies such as internet of Things.

Information Technology
Private EquityJan 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $12,691,418