NatWest Accelerator Pitch 2026

About

A competition offering early-stage businesses the chance to pitch for a share of a £100,000 prize fund, along with access to coaching, peer support, and investor networks. Participants must be members of the NatWest Accelerator community and submit a video pitch to qualify for the live pitch events.

Benefits

• 💰Total Prize Fund
  Total prize fund of £100,000
• 🥇Winner's Prize
  £70,000 for the winner, £20,000 for second place, £10,000 for third
• 🎓Coaching and Support
  Access to coaching, peer support, and investor networks

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a member of the NatWest Accelerator community
• Must submit a 60-second video pitch outlining business and growth plans
• Open to early-stage businesses across the UK

Participation Commitments

• Must attend live pitch events
• Finalists must deliver a three-minute pitch followed by questions from judges
• Participation in the NatWest Accelerator community is required

Target Region

United Kingdom

Target Sector

All sectors