Growth Forge

Tech South West

Information last verified: April 2026

Stage

Idea / pre-product, MVP / early product, Early revenue, Scaling

Location

South West

Equity

No equity taken

Cost

£50/month (min. 3 months)

Delivery

Hybrid

AI / SaaSAny sector

Idea / pre-productMVP / early productEarly revenueScaling

The South West of England's only specialist tech accelerator, ongoing programme open to tech companies of all sizes in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Run by Tech South West with partners including Microsoft, British Business Bank, Bishop Fleming, and Future Space. No equity taken. Uses a proprietary business diagnostic (PragmaPulse™) to tailor support to each company's specific growth needs. Three in-person Growth Days per year across the region, plus 1-1 mentoring, peer groups and pitch events. Specialist tracks for AI (Bristol), Marine Tech (Plymouth) and CleanTech (Exeter). 110+ companies supported; companies raised £35M+ in equity and grants across 2024-25. Now runs on a subscription model of £50/month (minimum 3 months).

Why this programme

Find customers / partnerships

South West Growth Forge connects founders with regional corporate partners and public sector buyers

Raise funding

Active pitch programme including SW Investment Summits and London Showcase events; companies secured £35M+ across 2024-25

Access to mentors / operators

Dedicated 1-1 mentor matching with experienced tech founders plus expert partner network (Microsoft, British Business Bank, Ashfords)

Build product / validate MVP

PragmaPulse™ diagnostic identifies your 2-3 highest-impact growth areas and shapes a bespoke support roadmap

Community / workspace / ecosystem

South West's central founder network with drop-in sessions at regional hubs including Future Space Bristol, Exeter Science Park and Plymouth

Scale & grow

Specialist tech accelerator with Growth Days, pitch events and investor introductions supporting South West companies through their scaling journey

Interested in Growth Forge?

Head to their website for current cohort dates and how to apply.

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