About

We exist to help tech founders who want to have an impact in the world.

We incubate tech startups – helping them transition from where they are now to where they need to be. Through coaching and training, workspace and a vibrant network of advisers and investors - we offer early-stage entrepreneurs everything they need to enjoy high economic growth while delivering real impact.

Changing the world from Bristol

We grow global businesses from our base in Bristol – the spirited, independently-minded, connected city we call home. We're proud to be part of Bristol Innovations, the University of Bristol’s catalyst for innovation, working to grow the value and diversity of Bristol as a global leader for innovation. Put simply, we’ve got good roots that you can tap into.

Putting founders first

No two startups are the same. It’s why helping them develop is so exciting. And why it makes sense to approach every incubation with fresh eyes. We totally tailor our support because fixed timelines and premade processes don’t spell success to us. Our members enjoy bespoke advice crafted around their ambitions.

And our approach works. We’re ranked the UK’s Top Startup Hub by the Financial Times – having already helped over 450 companies, in over 20 sectors, thrive. Brilliant companies that have seen over half a billion pounds in investment.

In fact, our members are 4 times more likely to succeed than the average UK startup.

Saying no to barriers

We’re no fan of boundaries, and truly believe that tech should be accessible. As long as you have a brilliant tech idea and big ambitions we’re interested.

Right now, 49% of our member founders are women and 21% are people of the global majority. And we continue to run inclusion programmes, like our Breakthrough Bursary and Enterprising Women initiatives, to ensure our sector is truly representative.

Our history

SETsquared Bristol has been around since 2002, supporting hundreds of promising startups.  We’re part of the University of Bristol which means we can offer our membership packages at heavily discounted rates and tap into a vast array of resources and benefits for you if you join us. Read about our partners.

We’re looking for ambitious startups to incubate today - taking the best from all tech sectors, whatever stage you’re at, wherever you’re based in the UK. So, if you want to have a real impact in the world, let's talk.

See our incubation programmes

We can help you to start or grow your business

Your success is our success

We’ve helped over 450 companies, in 20+ sectors, raise over £710 million in investment.