Funding Gap is searching for the UK's next innovative food & beverage business — and the team to grow it. Pitch Dragon's Den-style across three live events. At the close, investors declare their investments — from £100k to £500k and beyond.
We're looking for ambitious hospitality founders with brands built to scale. Prove your concept, show your numbers, and you'll pitch directly to investors who back what they believe in.
The journey runs from an online application, through a filmed video pitch, to a live final where shortlisted founders pitch face to face. Make the case, and the decisions happen in the room.
Where you sit depends on the funding you're raising. Tell us your target when you apply.
Early growth capital for a proven concept ready to expand.
Step-change funding for established operators scaling into new sites or markets.
Major investment for high-potential brands with national or international plans.
Everyone starts on the same footing. The field narrows at each stage, judged on substance.
Investments are declared shortly after the live final on 20 November 2026.
Mark these now. Each notification is your cue to prepare for the next stage.
You'll need to meet all of the following to enter the F7B Summit.
Restaurant, hotel, bar, café, venue, catering or similar.
An established operation with a track record, not a pre-launch concept.
You're raising capital to scale, with a clear use of funds.
Verifiable financials that investors can review.
In product, process or distribution — something that sets you apart.
A founder or senior decision-maker present in person at the events.
Every application is assessed across the same five dimensions, by the same standard.
Revenue growth, margins, debt levels.
Clear use of funds, clean ownership structure.
Demand, differentiation, addressable market.
Track record, team strength, ability to scale.
Your 3-year plan and post-investment targets.
If you're raising growth capital and you'd value structured support and direct investor access, start your application now.
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