Top 38 Bristol Angel Investors (Free List)
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Bristol is not new to the startup scene. With Graphcore, TravelLocal, Envelop Risk, Brightpearl.. Bristol has had tons of success and has become a striving hub for founders and investors.
Each fundraise and each exit has produced a new generation of angel investors ready to help founders launch their projects.
Below, you'll find a list of 38 angel investors in Bristol and also the presentation of the most active Bristolian angel investor networks that you absolutely do not want to miss.
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38 most active angel investors in Bristol
Investors* (name, picture, linkedin, investments)
*These angel investors have publicly mentioned their interest in angel investing or are members of angel networks. (Last updated: April 2026)
| Angel Investors Bristol | Location | Connect | Investment Focus | Startup Investments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jonathan Scudder Jonathan Scudder is an investor and co-founder of ForgeRock, with over 20 years of experience f... |  Bristol | Lexverify | ||
Joshua Western Joshua Western is the CEO & Co-Founder at Space Forge, an in-space manufacturing company focuse... | Bristol | Isembard | ||
Andrew Gray Angel investor based in Bristol, specialising in early-stage technology companies with a focus ... | Bristol | |||
Heather Frankham Angel investor with a strong commitment to enhancing the life chances of children and young peo... | Bristol | Clearscore, Modulr, Salary Finance, Hive Learning, Avado, Blue Wireless Technology...more startups | ||
Henry Rouquairol Angel investor with a focus on technology, blockchain, media, and SaaS sectors. Known for his i... | Bristol | Bazooka Bunny | ||
Jim Moodie Angel investor dedicated to creating and nurturing startups that deliver a lasting social impac... | Bristol | Social Impact, Sustainability | ||
Kate Clarke - Xero Certified Angel investor with a strong background in finance and a focus on early-stage investments in HR... | Bristol | HRtech, Fintech | ||
Kevin Simmons Angel investor and early-stage technology investor with extensive experience in emerging and de... | Bristol | Technology, Energy, Tech | Flutterwave, Andela, Wave | |
Oliver Kenyon Oliver is a business angel with a strong focus on e-commerce, martech, and B2C sectors. He co-f... | Bristol | SlimFast, BodyBuilding, Lotus Biscuits, Lamborghini, Free Soul, The Essence Vault...more startups | ||
Peter Lockett Angel investor with extensive experience in startup and SME environments, currently supporting ... | Bristol | Aeropowder | ||
Prithvi Kodialbail Angel investor with extensive experience in biotechnology and bioengineering, focusing on secto... | Bristol | Extracellular, Shiok Meats, Akamis Bio, Replimune Ltd. | ||
Robert Ogden Angel investor with a strong focus on long-term sustainable business models within high growth ... | Bristol | Automation, Data, Sustainability, Tech | ||
Steven Evans The User Syndicate is the UK’s first Angel Syndicate and community, dedicated to go-to-market p... | Bristol | Tech, Software | ||
Peter Watts Angel investor with expertise in cyber security and software sectors. Known for a strategic app... | Bristol | |||
Gary Gill Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for investing in early-... | Bristol | Generalist | ||
John Warburton Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supporting early-st... | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Swain (South West Angel and Investor Network) Angel investor affiliated with the South West Angel and Investor Network (SWAIN), dedicated to ... | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Johnathan Scudder | Bristol | Ploy | ||
Adam Watts | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Alex Garfitt | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Chris Hay | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Daniel Tapson | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Darren Ryemill | Bristol | Generalist | ||
David Pugh | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Dougal Templeton | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Gareth Lee | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Georgie Stratton | Bristol | Generalist | ||
James Skade | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Jon Bonnick | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Alicia Teagle | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Allan Rosengren | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Ben Cooper | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Liam Callaway | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Mark Simmonds | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Ned Dorbin | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Paul Davis | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Simon Forrest Brown | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Will Hamilton | Bristol | Generalist |
*These angel investors have publicly mentioned their interest in angel investing or are members of angel networks. (Last updated: April 2026)
| Angel Investors Bristol | Location | Connect | Investment Focus | Startup Investments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jonathan Scudder Jonathan Scudder is an investor and co-founder of ForgeRock, with over 20 years of experience f... | Bristol | Lexverify | ||
Joshua Western Joshua Western is the CEO & Co-Founder at Space Forge, an in-space manufacturing company focuse... | Bristol | Isembard | ||
Andrew Gray Angel investor based in Bristol, specialising in early-stage technology companies with a focus ... | Bristol | |||
Heather Frankham Angel investor with a strong commitment to enhancing the life chances of children and young peo... | Bristol | Clearscore, Modulr, Salary Finance, Hive Learning, Avado, Blue Wireless Technology...more startups | ||
Henry Rouquairol Angel investor with a focus on technology, blockchain, media, and SaaS sectors. Known for his i... | Bristol | Bazooka Bunny | ||
Jim Moodie Angel investor dedicated to creating and nurturing startups that deliver a lasting social impac... | Bristol | Social Impact, Sustainability | ||
Kate Clarke - Xero Certified Angel investor with a strong background in finance and a focus on early-stage investments in HR... | Bristol | HRtech, Fintech | ||
Kevin Simmons Angel investor and early-stage technology investor with extensive experience in emerging and de... | Bristol | Technology, Energy, Tech | Flutterwave, Andela, Wave | |
Oliver Kenyon Oliver is a business angel with a strong focus on e-commerce, martech, and B2C sectors. He co-f... | Bristol | SlimFast, BodyBuilding, Lotus Biscuits, Lamborghini, Free Soul, The Essence Vault...more startups | ||
Peter Lockett Angel investor with extensive experience in startup and SME environments, currently supporting ... | Bristol | Aeropowder | ||
Prithvi Kodialbail Angel investor with extensive experience in biotechnology and bioengineering, focusing on secto... | Bristol | Extracellular, Shiok Meats, Akamis Bio, Replimune Ltd. | ||
Robert Ogden Angel investor with a strong focus on long-term sustainable business models within high growth ... | Bristol | Automation, Data, Sustainability, Tech | ||
Steven Evans The User Syndicate is the UK’s first Angel Syndicate and community, dedicated to go-to-market p... | Bristol | Tech, Software | ||
Peter Watts Angel investor with expertise in cyber security and software sectors. Known for a strategic app... | Bristol | |||
Gary Gill Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for investing in early-... | Bristol | Generalist | ||
John Warburton Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supporting early-st... | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Swain (South West Angel and Investor Network) Angel investor affiliated with the South West Angel and Investor Network (SWAIN), dedicated to ... | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Johnathan Scudder | Bristol | Ploy | ||
Adam Watts | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Alex Garfitt | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Chris Hay | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Daniel Tapson | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Darren Ryemill | Bristol | Generalist | ||
David Pugh | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Dougal Templeton | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Gareth Lee | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Georgie Stratton | Bristol | Generalist | ||
James Skade | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Jon Bonnick | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Alicia Teagle | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Allan Rosengren | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Ben Cooper | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Liam Callaway | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Mark Simmonds | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Ned Dorbin | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Paul Davis | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Simon Forrest Brown | Bristol | Generalist | ||
Will Hamilton | Bristol | Generalist |
As of April 2026, Startupmag tracks 38 active angel investors in Bristol, making it one of the most active angel investment cities outside London. Bristol angels invest across a range of sectors including tech, deeptech, and sustainability, reflecting the city's strong university and innovation ecosystem. Key angel networks operating in and around Bristol include SETsquared and the West of England investors community. Most Bristol-based angels invest at pre-seed and seed stage, typically between £10,000 and £250,000 per deal. You can browse all 38 Bristol angel investors in the list above, or unlock the full UK database of 2,958 investors for broader access.
That's for the angel investors themselves, however business investors tend to get together in groups, clubs and syndicates. Bristol hosts 2 of these investor clubs:
Angel Investors Bristol Club
Angel Investors Bristol get how angel investing can turn cool ideas into successful businesses. They're all about putting money, ranging from £50,000 to £500,000, into early-stage startups. Plus, they make sure it qualifies for schemes like the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) or Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS). This way, they give these new businesses the cash and know-how they need to do well.
Their mission is simple: they want to kickstart new ideas, support people starting businesses, and make sure their members get good returns. By bringing together creative founders and experienced investors, they build a team that helps businesses grow, creates more job opportunities, and adds to the economic success of the Bristol area.
For Founders
The Bristol Angel Investment Club is composed of experienced investors, provides valuable industry knowledge, strategic guidance, and mentorship to startups. Specialising in SEIS-focused funding, they offer significant tax advantages to investors and guide startups through the SEIS process. Joining the club provides access to a network of investors and industry experts, fostering collaborations and opening doors to potential customers and partners. With a commitment to supporting the local startup community, the club offers resources, mentorship, and a tailored network to boost the success of Bristol-based ventures.
You can apply for funding in 4 steps:
1 - Submit Your Application
To apply you will need to fill in a 28 questions form. You'll talk about your business, growth, defensibility and your team.
2 - Evaluation and Due Diligence
3 - Pitch Presentation
4 - Funding Decision
For Angel Investors
You can become a member of Angel Investors Bristol and gain access to:
- Curated deal flow
- Networking events
- Educational resources
And there are no fees for the first year. AIB is currently offering new members one year's membership for free.
Bristol Private Equity Club
Bristol Private Equity Club members, a group of like-minded individuals, have been handpicked for their diverse skills and industry backgrounds. They've all been in the trenches of running their own businesses, so they understand the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship. Their mission? To lend a helping hand. The Club provides a structured process for receiving, reviewing, and discussing business plans, allowing members to collectively shoulder the risks and rewards of investing.
It's not a one-size-fits-all approach. Each member decides to invest in each business on a case-by-case basis. Not every proposal will attract investment from all members, setting the Club apart from traditional VCTs or Private Equity Funds.
BPEC collaborates closely with nearby universities, incubators, and business leaders to identify compelling opportunities that resonate with our varied group of members
For Founders
BPEC look to invest between £150k and £500k
The investment club prefers businesses that already have a revenue stream but are happy to invest seed capital for the right opportunity.
How to apply:
1- Engage in a discussion with one or two of BPEC's founding members to explore your opportunity.
2 - Collaboratively determine capital requirements and valuation through selection and negotiation.
3 - Present your proposal to BPEC members at the Clifton Club, typically a group of around 25 members.
4 - Engage in a roundtable discussion with interested members.
5 - Conduct due diligence, and finalize investment terms.
6 - Maintain ongoing monitoring with a BPEC investor.
For Investors
BPEC is open to accepting new members. The annual membership fee is £300, which can be redeemed when a member invests £20k or more in one or more of BPEC's opportunities.
Our members are angel investors with a minimum net worth of one million pounds and an individual annual income of at least two hundred thousand or a joint income of three hundred thousand with a spouse.
Before participating in any investments, members must sign a 'sophisticated investor self-certification' form.
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