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The Pitch 2026!
That’s all for now, folks – we’ve got your application.
We’ll be in touch to let you know if you’ve been successful when applications close in December.
In the meantime, explore our pitch-perfecting resources or scour our socials to see what else we’ve got going on.
What are the next steps?
Here’s what you can expect in the coming months:
- 4 September 2025: Applications for The Pitch 2026 are officially open. If you’ve made it to this page, we already have yours – no need to submit more than once.
- Early December 2025: Applications for The Pitch 2026 are officially closed. After deadlines close, we carefully review each submission to determine our finalists.
- Mid-December 2025: We announce our top 60 startups and the cities they’ll be pitching in – keep an eye on your inbox to see if you’ve made the cut.
- January-February 2026: Regional competitions kick off in Dublin, Glasgow, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham & London.
- March 2026: Our regional winners and People’s Choice champions take the stage at The Pitch Grand Finale in London.
Any questions? Our FAQs can help, but if you can’t find what you’re looking for, drop us a line at hello@thepitch.uk.
