Pembroke VCT

Pembroke VCT PLC is a venture capital trust specializing in investments in any stage of businesses development. focus on companies in the health & fitness, hospitality, apparel & accessories and media & technology sectors.

My Expert Midwife helps to tackle the physical and emotional side effects of pregnancy, birth, and recovery, your new parent's journey, and helping you expertly care for a newborn. Their products are made by carefully blending safe and proven premium ingredients, including a wide range of natural botanicals, these products can soothe and calm soreness, as well as relieve many symptoms and physical side effects commonly experienced in pregnancy and after a baby is born. They provide a 360 approach to solving a problem, for every product with their free guides, checklists, blogs to their popular e-books and webinars.

Peckwater Brands is a provider of delivery franchises to kitchen operators. The company provides existing kitchen operators with fully-serviced food concepts which include branding, platform listings, suppliers, recipes, packaging, staff training, and technology. It was founded in 2019 in London, England.

COAT operates as a sustainable paint company. COAT, which has been carbon-neutral since launch, is revolutionizing the home decorating experience by redefining the customer experience of purchasing paint.

OnePlan is a collaborative, real-time platform that provides the full suite of event planning, design and management tools.

Cydar Limited develops a fusion imaging software to the healthcare industry. It offers Cydar Medical, a fusion imaging software that delivers automated 3D overlays into the operating room for surgical guidance. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Barrington, United Kingdom with additional office in Wilmington, Delaware.

Popsa International Limited specializes in designing and producing personalized photobooks, including various formats such as softcover and hardback options. Established in 2015 and based in Surbiton, United Kingdom, with an additional office in London, Popsa's innovative approach simplifies the photo printing process, allowing customers to easily select and customize their images through an intuitive platform. The company aims to transform digital memories into tangible products, addressing the challenge of lost photos in an increasingly digital world. Utilizing advanced technology, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, Popsa automatically curates and designs photobooks tailored to individual preferences, providing a seamless experience for users. The company operates in the United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy, and has been recognized for its rapid growth and innovative services, earning accolades such as a top position in Deloitte's list of the fastest-growing companies in the UK.

TALA is the brand you always knew you wanted but could never quite find - sustainable activewear and athleisure styles at competitive prices without the need to compromise on high-performance designs and flattering fits. they are here to disrupt the industry and demand change with wardrobe staples and on-trend pieces, making conscious shopping choices easier for everyone.

JoeyWears is an essential wear brand for urban men.their crotch cooling design increases airflow and sends sweat packing, giving gents the comfort they deserve.

Peckwater Brands is a provider of delivery franchises to kitchen operators. The company provides existing kitchen operators with fully-serviced food concepts which include branding, platform listings, suppliers, recipes, packaging, staff training, and technology. It was founded in 2019 in London, England.

OnePlan is a collaborative, real-time platform that provides the full suite of event planning, design and management tools.

COAT operates as a sustainable paint company. COAT, which has been carbon-neutral since launch, is revolutionizing the home decorating experience by redefining the customer experience of purchasing paint.

Healthcare employment can be a bottleneck or blessing; it all depends on the right tools. HR software tries hard, but never really fits. Manual systems limp along, but never really stick. So employment costs too much, risks too much, and alienates the people you most need. Credentially’s the better way to manage HR in healthcare. It’s a true technology platform that handles hiring, onboarding and compliance. It’s the tool that turns paper into data, automates evidence, and tracks and trains staff. Credentially's most powerful features are enabled by deep, authorised integrations with healthcare's most important credentialing databases. Designed for healthcare employment, Credentially combines features across hiring, onboarding and compliance to plug employers' HR gaps and optimise their efficiencies for growth and savings.

SMARTIFY provides instant access to inspiring art commentary, straight to your smartphone. Their app allows you to scan, identify and save art. It also serves as a personalized, on-the-ground guide to any museum or gallery we partner with. SMARTIFY CIC is a social enterprise with a mission is to help people make meaningful connections with art and to support global visual arts organisations – public and commercial. They’re focused on protecting artist and museum intellectual property and ensure parts of its profits are channeled back to the public institutions we serve.

Stitch & Story Ltd manufactures and sells knitting and crochet kits, equipment, and yarns. It operates an online platform to provide knitting-related content, tutorials, and lessons on how to stitch and knit. It sells its products online and through third party retailers. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Crayford, United Kingdom.

Thriva Limited is a London-based company that specializes in at-home diagnostic kits for personalized health monitoring. Founded in 2015, Thriva develops and manufactures blood analyzers and testing kits that allow users to perform finger-prick blood tests to assess various health metrics, including liver function, cholesterol, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, thyroid, iron levels, and testosterone. The tests are analyzed by a partner laboratory, and results are reviewed by qualified medical professionals. In addition to the testing kits, Thriva operates an online subscription platform that enables users to analyze, compare, and monitor their health over time, providing insights to help them improve their well-being. The company has established a strategic partnership with The Doctors Laboratory to enhance its testing capabilities.

Hackney Gelato Limited, founded in 2015 and based in London, specializes in handcrafting gelato using traditional Italian methods. The company offers a diverse selection of gelato flavors, such as Madagascan vanilla, pistachio, almond, lemon, and sea salted caramel, alongside an assortment of sorbets that includes alphonso mango, raspberry, dark chocolate, and coconut. Hackney Gelato caters to a premium market by supplying gourmet ice cream to Michelin-starred restaurants in London, including notable establishments like Hakkasan and Brat. Additionally, the company distributes its products through food chains such as Ocado and Whole Foods, appealing to both high-end dining and retail customers.

Roto VR Limited develops interactive virtual reality (VR) chair for PlayStation VR, Oculus VR, HTC Vive, Samsung Gear VR, and Google Daydream. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Borehamwood, United Kingdom.

Pasta Evangelists Limited produces and delivers pasta dishes with Italian sauces. The company provides a variety of pasta, sauces, and garnishes to London-based affluent foodies. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Popsa International Limited specializes in designing and producing personalized photobooks, including various formats such as softcover and hardback options. Established in 2015 and based in Surbiton, United Kingdom, with an additional office in London, Popsa's innovative approach simplifies the photo printing process, allowing customers to easily select and customize their images through an intuitive platform. The company aims to transform digital memories into tangible products, addressing the challenge of lost photos in an increasingly digital world. Utilizing advanced technology, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, Popsa automatically curates and designs photobooks tailored to individual preferences, providing a seamless experience for users. The company operates in the United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy, and has been recognized for its rapid growth and innovative services, earning accolades such as a top position in Deloitte's list of the fastest-growing companies in the UK.

Thriva Limited is a London-based company that specializes in at-home diagnostic kits for personalized health monitoring. Founded in 2015, Thriva develops and manufactures blood analyzers and testing kits that allow users to perform finger-prick blood tests to assess various health metrics, including liver function, cholesterol, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, thyroid, iron levels, and testosterone. The tests are analyzed by a partner laboratory, and results are reviewed by qualified medical professionals. In addition to the testing kits, Thriva operates an online subscription platform that enables users to analyze, compare, and monitor their health over time, providing insights to help them improve their well-being. The company has established a strategic partnership with The Doctors Laboratory to enhance its testing capabilities.

Kinteract is a portfolio and assessment platform that enhances collaboration and feedback among teachers, students, and parents. Its digital education software enables real-time communication, allowing users to engage effectively in the learning process. By providing data-driven insights and recommendations, Kinteract supports the personalized educational journey of each child from early years to university. The platform fosters a comprehensive digital record of achievements, milestones, and competencies, contributing to the overall development of students and enhancing their educational experience.

Floom Limited, an online floristry, sells flowers online. The company offers bouquets for various occasions, such as valentine's day, birthday, mother's day, and others. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Popsa International Limited specializes in designing and producing personalized photobooks, including various formats such as softcover and hardback options. Established in 2015 and based in Surbiton, United Kingdom, with an additional office in London, Popsa's innovative approach simplifies the photo printing process, allowing customers to easily select and customize their images through an intuitive platform. The company aims to transform digital memories into tangible products, addressing the challenge of lost photos in an increasingly digital world. Utilizing advanced technology, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, Popsa automatically curates and designs photobooks tailored to individual preferences, providing a seamless experience for users. The company operates in the United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy, and has been recognized for its rapid growth and innovative services, earning accolades such as a top position in Deloitte's list of the fastest-growing companies in the UK.

Stylindex helps brands find and manage the talent they need to create photo and video content.

PlayerLayer Ltd. designs, manufactures, and sells customized technical sportswear performance clothing for independent schools, universities, and sports clubs. The company offers tops, bottoms, base layers, outerwear, luggage, and accessories for men, women, and juniors. It sells its products online. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

LYMA launched the world’s most advanced nutraceutical, heralding a new era for the supplement industry. LYMA’s game changing formula is the most scientifically validated nutraceutical ever produced, clinically proven to actively tackle inflammation, the root cause of ageing and disease. Applauded by Oxford academics, researches and doctors, LYMA has created a new benchmark in Evidence Based Nutrition. Formulated using patented ingredients dosed at active levels, backed by over 200 clinical trials published in peer reviewed journals.

N Nursery & Family Club aims to address this lack of innovation by offering a 7-days-a-week service that operates as a high-quality nursery during the week and as a family club at the weekends. As it stands, the firm has two sites – in Stoke Newington and London Fields.

Heist Studios Limited is a London-based online bodywear brand specializing in the manufacture of women's tights. Founded in 2014, the company aims to revolutionize the tights market, positioning itself as the future of underwear. Heist Studios has achieved significant sales milestones, selling over 100,000 pairs of tights within its first year and experiencing a consistent growth rate of 25% month on month. The brand has garnered recognition from prominent fashion publications, with Vogue praising its offerings and STYLE magazine declaring it the top choice in a luxury tights evaluation.

Stylindex helps brands find and manage the talent they need to create photo and video content.

Alexa Chung design and manufactures apparel. The company is based in London, United Kingdom.

Troubadour Goods Limited, trading as Troubadour, designs and manufactures bags. The company offers rucksacks, overnight bags, briefcases and portfolios, totes, gifts, wash bags and internal bags, wallets and card holders, leather cares, and leather belts. It sells its products through retailers in Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, France, Hong Kong, Japan, Russia, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, the United States; and online. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

ME+EM Ltd. retails apparels for women. It offers dresses, tops, shirts and blouses, knitwear, jeans, trousers, accessories, jackets, and essentials. The company provides products through its stores and online in the United Kingdom. ME+EM Ltd. was formerly known as Pyjama Room Ltd. and changed its name to ME+EM Ltd. in September 2009. The company was incorporated in 2006 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Beryl sell their micromobilty operating system to leading transport operators (Eg. London’s Santander Cycles) and operate their own bike, e-bike and e-scooter systems. Currently in 6 UK cities, with an exclusive contract for New York, they typically operate under exclusive, funded and long-term contracts. Beryl designed and built their micromobility system in-house (on-bike IoT, proprietary backend operating technology stack, on-street operations etc) which allows them to tailor their offering to a city's needs and become their fully-integrated, long-term, micromobility partner, as well as partnering with other technology operators to sell their technology and platform in markets they are not yet in. Beryl was founded in 2012 by Emily Brooke, with the purpose of building a better world by getting more people in cities on bikes. They have a range of consumer cycling products and were first known for their Laserlight safety innovation; a front bike light with a green laser projecting the symbol of a cyclist ahead of the bike. This was later adopted by all of the 12,000 Santander Cycles in London, after which Beryl went on to provide the London Bike Share Scheme with all on-bike technology and supporting asset tracking software. Beryl are the only micromobility company that is a certified BCorp.

Stillking Films is a prolific producer of commercials, TV series, feature films and music videos. The company has created commercials for almost all Dow Jones and FTSE advertisers. They have co‑produced a number of successful feature films, including Casino Royale, Narnia, Mission Impossible 4 and The Bourne Identity, and created music videos for artists including Beyoncé, Kanye West, Blur, Madonna and One Direction.

Sourced Market, launched in 2007, is a retail, café and restaurant concept that offers a curated selection of locally sourced fresh produce replicating the products and ambience found at a farmers market. The company’s flagship site in St Pancras International in King’s Cross has been complemented by three further sites in Marylebone, Victoria and Barbican.

Boat International Media Ltd. publishes superyacht magazines and luxury books. It provides information on superyachts for sale and luxury yachts for charter, yacht reports, yacht news, lifestyle features, destinations guides, design trends, a superyacht directory, advice for yacht owners, and market intelligence. The company also organizes events; provides digital media services and data to owners and professionals in the superyacht industry; and provides a social and business networking tool for superyacht captains and crew. Its offers its products to buyers, sellers, and operators of superyachts to builders, brokers, and service companies that operate within the superyacht market across various media types. The company serves customers worldwide. Boat International Media Ltd was incorporated in 1991 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Secret Food Tours has been helping travellers discover the best bites in destinations all over the globe. Since then, they’ve grown rapidly from their first tours in Paris and London to today, receiving over 100,000 customers annually with more than 5,000 five star reviews in over 30 cities worldwide (including Europe, North America and Asia). Led by passionate guides, the tours highlight the foods loved by locals and overlooked by tourists, creating an authentic and truly delicious experience.

Five Guys is a restaurant chain specializing in handmade burgers, hot dogs, and fresh-cut fries, all prepared using locally sourced ingredients. The burgers are cooked on a grill and can be customized with unlimited toppings, catering to diverse customer preferences. The company emphasizes quality by using fresh ground beef and cooking its fries in peanut oil. With 79 locations in the UK, Five Guys is nearing the maturity of its expansion in that market, providing a consistent and cost-effective dining option for customers seeking fresh and flavorful fast food.

KX Gym, founded in 2002, is a private members’ gym and spa, which includes a restaurant and clubroom, located in Chelsea, London. KX offers members an exclusive holistic approach to wellbeing, incorporating fitness, diet and relaxation.

Bottega showcases Chiarello's signature bold Italian flavors with a refined twist.

Kat Maconie, established in 2008, specializes in designing and manufacturing distinctive ladies' footwear, including boots and heels. The brand is recognized for its unique designs that feature signature gold hardware details and bold prints. Kat Maconie's products are available through various channels, including online platforms, department stores, and boutiques around the world. The company experienced notable growth in the Asian market following a collaboration with a major Korean cosmetics brand in Summer 2017. This expansion highlights the brand's appeal and adaptability in the competitive footwear industry.

Boom Cycle is an indoor cycling concept which offers a fun, high‑intensity cardiovascular workout. The business currently has four studios based in London (City, Holborn, Hammersmith and Battersea) where they combine indoor spin cycling with various exercise classes for both upper and lower body work‑outs. Boom Cycle is one of the foremost dedicated spinning studios in London, and is on track to replicate the success of some of the larger players in the US.