Competition
Thanks for entering The Pitch 2026!
Please keep an eye on your emails over the next few weeks for updates on your application and more information about how you can make the most of your journey with us.
What are the next steps?
Here’s an idea of our timeline.
- Now – December: Applications remain open, you’re now part of The Pitch community so make the most of it, check out our insightful articles and keep an eye on your inbox for more opportunities from our partners
- Beginning of December: Applications close
- 10th December: The top 60 finalists are announced
- January-March: Regional finals begin in Dublin, Glasgow, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham & London
- March: The Grand Finale – London
You can find out more on our FAQs page. You can also get in touch with us at any time by emailing hello@thepitch.uk.

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