At a glance
- Current status: Open
- Fund type: SEIS/EIS
- Investment goal: Capital growth
- Focus: Product design, manufacturing
- Target returns: 3x
- Target holding period: 6 years
- Minimum subscription: £20,000
The British Design Fund 4 is unique in supporting, mentoring and investing exclusively in early stage purpose-led product design and manufacturing businesses.
Supporting enterprise and innovation in the UK, the Fund works with extraordinary
entrepreneurs to launch and scale their products, accelerate growth and build long term value – both for investors and business owners.
The British Design Fund has been in operation for over three years and has built a rich and diverse portfolio of enterprising start-ups which represent the cream of British invention.
About the Team
The British Design Fund was founded by a team of experienced design experts and entrepreneurs to fill a gap in the market. There were no venture funds in the UK focussing exclusively on early-stage product design and manufacturing businesses that had the necessary expertise to help launch and grow product businesses.
The Fund believes that investment is only part of the backing that entrepreneurs need. It is the experience of the Fund’s team and mentors who provide the expertise, support and strategic guidance which makes the difference between a great product and a successful business.
SEIS & EIS tax incentives
The companies the fund invest in are expected to be SEIS-EIS-qualifying, which makes British Design Fund 4 SEIS-EIS suitable for qualifying clients who would potentially benefit from the following tax reliefs:
- Up to 30% income tax relief (50% for SEIS)
- Tax-free Investment growth
- Capital gains deferral (50% reinvestment relief for SEIS)
- Inheritance Tax relief
- Loss relief
Please note: SEIS-EIS tax reliefs are only made available to investors because of the higher risks associated with investing in early-stage companies. Also, the availability of tax reliefs will depend on the investor's personal circumstances, and tax legislation can change in the future.
Example of fund team's previous investments
.webp){kind=small}
Easy-to-fit and affordable prosthetic arms for children and adults. Koalaa prosthetics are lightweight and can be fitted by the user without the need to visit a clinic.
.png?width=140&height=38&name=output-onlinepngtools%20(34).png){kind=small}
Matter is a tech startup from Bristol, is an innovation company that pioneers technology solutions for capturing, harvesting and recycling microplastics.
High-tech upper body protector for the equestrian market which affords the rider free movement whilst providing vital spine protection.
.svg)