Top 94 Private Investors UK
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Updated daily by John-Pierre ClarkUpdated daily by John-Pierre Clark| Private Investors UK (Angels) | Location | Connect | Investment Focus | Startup Investments |
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 Herbert Borenstein Angel investor with a diverse background in technology, agriculture, and digital... |  Wythall | |||
Rob R. Rob R. serves as an Angel Investor, providing financial backing for small startu... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Antonio Separovic Antonio is a visionary entrepreneur and experienced leader with over 15 years in... | Kensington | |||
Paul Service - Consultant / Adventurer Angel investor with a strong background in digital learning and technology. Focu... | Brighton | |||
 Yewande Odumosu Yewande is a business angel with a strong commitment to addressing critical busi... | UK | FintechTechnology | ||
 Angel investor with extensive experience in retail and business growth, having c... | West Midlands | Poundland LtdThinkIS | ||
 Angel investor with a deep passion for technology and impactful projects, experi... | UK | DraftWiseJourney.ioFormsortKurtosisNormod | ||
Alexander Shorthose | UK | Generalist | ||
 Regina Agbota Angel investor and transformation director with an extensive background in progr... | UK | |||
Finley Crispin Angel investor with over 15 years of experience in guiding clients towards succe... | Nottingham | |||
 Paul Evans Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Paul Atkinson Angel investor with extensive experience in the veterinary sector and health-rel... | Swanland | |||
 richard conyers Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | Stevenage | Generalist | ||
 Daniel Tudor Angel investor and entrepreneur based in Seoul, Korea, with a focus on small-sca... | UK | MediaEcommerce | ||
 Alex Rob Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for inve... | UK | Generalist | ||
Kevin B. Angel investor with extensive expertise in the payment industry and fintech sect... | Bude | Digital verification/ID solutions | ||
 An experienced Company Director and Investor, this business angel brings a wealt... | Great Missenden | Fit Club Amersham | ||
 Helen Chamberlain Angel investor with extensive experience in healthcare and technology sectors. A... | York | |||
Kenya Matsumoto | UK | BritishvoltFuelMinerHiyaCarLiNa Energy | ||
 Adam Moses Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | Newcastle upon Tyne | Generalist | ||
 Erika Mizun-Moller Angel investor with extensive expertise in sustainability, e-commerce, luxury br... | Norwich | |||
| Langton Green | HealthtechHealthcare | |||
 Varun Aggarwal Angel investor with a strong background in fintech and technology, focusing on e... | Slough | |||
 Lee Durham Angel investor associated with The Revenue Syndicate, Europe’s first investment ... | Wallsend | MartechSoftware | ||
 Jack B. Dynamic and enthusiastic business angel specialising in cloud solutions, cyber s... | UK | |||
| Oxford | ||||
 Jáchym Novák Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Thomas Moore Angel investor with a focus on the wellness sector, known for supporting innovat... | UK | Wellness | ||
 Sherry Coutu Angel investor with extensive experience in consumer internet, information servi... | UK | |||
 Mike Sheppard Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | Warton | Generalist | ||
 James Wenger Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | Exeter | Generalist | ||
 Johann 'Hans' Huber Angel investor with a background in engineering and a passion for entrepreneursh... | UK | |||
 Mr. Right is a seasoned business angel with a robust investment focus across tec... | UK | iHostRightThe KokoTravidusKokofacts | ||
 Deborah DeFoy Angel investor actively seeking opportunities in the sectors of Construction, He... | UK | |||
Wooyoung J. Angel investor with a strong focus on consumer, crypto, and gaming sectors. Know... | UK | ChainlinkPangea BioFNATICTallyUP! | ||
 Kieran Gibbs Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for inve... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Thomas Panton Thomas Panton is a business angel and climate tech venture capitalist at Endgame... | UK | |||
 Sammi Gower Angel investor investing in women (co)founded startups at the pre/seed stage thr... | UK | SustainabilityGreentech | ||
 Diana Akanho Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for inve... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Hitesh Kapadia Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | The Hyde | Generalist | ||
 Simon Taylor Angel investor with extensive experience as a corporate CFO/FD, now serving as a... | Dorking | |||
 Angel investor with over 15 years of experience in the software and technology s... | Ilfracombe | APSXeroxSefasImpellamClarify | ||
 Mark Wilkes Angel investor with a strong focus on HRTech and RecTech sectors. Leverages exte... | UK | |||
Morgane Chambon Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supp... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Jacob Thompson, Icap Angel investor with extensive experience in SaaS and software sectors, particula... | Lichfield | |||
 Alexander Beasant | UK | Generalist | ||
 Steve Gardner Angel investor with extensive expertise in life sciences and informatics, specia... | Wytham | |||
Jasper White Jasper White is an Isle of Man Official at Mustard Group. He is also known as an... | Isle of Man | Gaming | ||
 Angel investor with a passion for creating and growing innovative brands and bus... | Dorking | Totally epic snacks | ||
 Khalida Abdulrahim Khalida Abdulrahim is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in the t... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Investment Manager at Triple Point Ventures, Christopher Lascelles specialises i... | Surrey | Airly | ||
 Angel investor with extensive expertise in AI, machine learning, and tech innova... | UK | Satalia.comWearepopup.com | ||
 Angel investor with a strong focus on fintech, edtech, generative AI, and media ... | Gravesend | 1 UK Film Investment | ||
 Xavier Collins Xavier Collins boasts an impressive career spanning over a decade, during which ... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Johan Filip Axenpalm Angel investor with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of public af... | UK | |||
| UK | ||||
 Dolapo Adeyemi Angel investor dedicated to investing in women (co)founded startups at the pre/s... | UK | |||
 Matt Cosway Mcipd Angel investor with extensive experience in the music, financial data management... | Nottingham | |||
 Angel investor with extensive experience in technology and the food sector, havi... | UK | FLOWX.AI | ||
 Kate Rothwell Angel investor with over 20 years of experience in business sales and leadership... | Wilmslow | |||
Richard Watney Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for inve... | Portsmouth | Generalist | ||
Dannybae Meta Dannybae Meta serves as an angel investor, providing essential financial backing... | Poplar | Generalist | ||
 Jonathan Broom London-based business angel and entrepreneur specialising in pre-seed and seed i... | Camden Town | Generalist | ||
 Perez Tigidam Angel investor. | UK | Generalist | ||
 Daniel Benjamin Angel investor with a focus on venture capital investments across Seed to Series... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Neil Parsons Active investor in FinTech, this business angel brings both capital and valuable... | Victoria | |||
Kaysan Nikkhah Angel investor specialising in early-stage investments, including pre-seed, seed... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Anya Claxton Angel investor investing in women (co)founded startups at the pre/seed stage thr... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Dan Brandenburger Angel investor with extensive experience in the public and private sectors, spec... | Brighton and Hove | |||
 Rick Sanon Passionate angel investor, advisor, and mentor with a strong focus on early-stag... | Southwark | |||
 Oscar Williams Angel investor with a strong background in energy, clean tech, deep tech, AI, gr... | Windsor | |||
 Paul Johnston Angel investor with over 10 years of experience in the financial services sector... | UK | FinanceFintech | ||
 Thomas Hoppe Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for inve... | Tonbridge | Generalist | ||
 Kajal Goel Angel investor with extensive experience in fintech, legal tech, data, and SaaS ... | UK | |||
 Jocelyn Cheng | UK | Generalist | ||
 Duncan C. Duncan C. is a multifaceted professional, serving as a humanitarian, leader, inv... | UK | Generalist | ||
 Dominic McGuinness Angel investor with a strong background in entrepreneurship and a proven track r... | Northampton | |||
 Gatien Gillon Angel investor with a keen interest in technology and healthcare sectors. Focuse... | South Kensington | Generalist | ||
 Mohsin J. Angel investor with extensive experience in real estate, digital innovation, aut... | Swindon | |||
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*These angel investors have publicly mentioned their interest in angel investing or are members of angel networks. (Last updated: June 2026)
When we talk about a private investor, we're usually referring to someone who puts their money into early-stage startups that have a lot of potential to grow.
These types of investors can be individuals, like angel investors, or professional groups, like venture capital firms.
Before we dig into the list of private investors in the UK, here are 2 quick definitions to explain what you’ll be seeing here.
Angel investors are often wealthy investors who not only provide cash but also offer their knowledge and connections. They usually come in when the startup is just getting its feet wet and needs that initial boost.
Venture capitalists (VCs), on the other hand, are more formal. They manage funds collected from various investors and jump into startups that are a bit* more established than those typically favoured by angel investors.
*I say “a bit”, because as you’ll see in the list below there are also quite a few pre-seed VCs who invest at a very early stage.
Below you’ll find 2 free lists of private investors from the UK. List 1 will be dedicated to uk angel investors, list 2 will be uk venture capitalists.
79 most active private investors in the UK (Angels)
Private Angel Investors (name, picture, linkedin, investments)
Get the full list of 7,589 private investors from the UK
15 private VC investors in the UK
Private VC Investors (name, picture, linkedin, investments)
How to find private investors?
Here's how you can go about finding the right private investors for your startup:
Get out there and mingle. Attend industry events, conferences, and startup meetups. These are prime spots for bumping into potential investors. Another great option is joining an accelerator or incubator; they often provide a bit of funding, invaluable advice, and can connect you with seasoned angel investors and venture capitalists.
Don’t forget to tap into your personal contacts. Start with friends, family, and professional acquaintances—they might just know someone interested in investing. Professionals like your accountant, lawyer, or business coach can also be gateways to the investment world, thanks to their extensive networks.
Pitching is key. Seek out events and competitions where you can showcase what your business is all about. Make sure you stand out by presenting your vision clearly and passionately.
Boost your online presence. Keep your website polished and your social media buzzing. It’s important to broadcast your successes and share your ambitions. A lively and engaging online presence can attract the right kind of attention.
Don’t hesitate to reach out directly. Research investors who have interests in your industry and have supported similar ventures. Tailor your approach to resonate with their investment philosophy, and prepare a persuasive pitch just for them.
Having everything in order is crucial. Your pitch deck should be ready, and your pitch should be compelling. Investors need to see that you’ve thought things through and that you understand the market and the financials inside out.
Engage locally as well. Joining a local chamber of commerce or other business groups can connect you with local investors and fellow entrepreneurs who might introduce you to potential backers.
You might also consider crowdfunding. This method allows you to cast a wider net, attracting small to medium investments from a larger crowd, which can also help generate buzz around your startup.
Other investor lists:
- UK Venture Capital (2026 Full Database)
- Pre-seed VC investors
- Top 383 UK Angel Investors
- Venture capital firms UK
- 57 SEIS funds in the UK
- 65 EIS funds in the UK
- 58 VC firms in London
- 168 angel investors London
- 100 angels from Cambridge
- 51 angels from Manchester
- 28 angel investors in Bristol
- 33 angels from Edinburgh
- 19 angel investors in Liverpool
- 8 angel investors in Reading
- 8 angel investors in Guildford
- 7 angel investors in Oxford
- 6 angel investors in Newcastle
- 5 angel investors in Brighton
- 4 angel investors in Bath
- 4 angel investors in Cardiff
- 4 angel investors in Glasgow
- 4 angel investors in Harrogate
- 4 angel investors in Leeds
- 4 angels in Northern Ireland
- 44 angel investors in Scotland
- 4 angel investors in Wales
- 127 female angel investors
- Pre-seed investors London
- Seed VCs in the UK
- Series A VCs in the UK
- VC firms by sector
- 38 venture capital associates
- 26 venture capital analysts
- 29 venture capital principals
- 24 centure capital directors
- 35 venture capital partners
Frequently asked questions
Private investors are individuals who invest their own capital into startups and private companies. In the startup ecosystem, private investors often support businesses during pre-seed, seed and early growth stages.
Founders can find private investors through startup investor databases, networking events, founder communities, accelerators, angel networks and introductions from other founders or advisors.
Yes. Many private investors actively support pre-seed and seed-stage startups across sectors including fintech, SaaS, healthcare, AI and ecommerce.
Private investors typically look for strong founders, evidence of market demand, scalable business models and early traction. Many also prefer sectors where they have experience or existing networks.
Private investors invest their own money directly into startups, while venture capital firms manage pooled capital from multiple investors. Private investors often invest earlier and may make decisions more quickly.
This page includes a free list of private investors investing in startups. The full Startupmag investor database includes additional investor profiles, funding activity and advanced filters to help founders discover relevant investors faster.
