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Freston Ventures

Freston Ventures

London, Englandfrestonventures.com

Overview

Freston Ventures is a London-based growth equity investor and private investment firm established by the founders of Carphone Warehouse, Sir Charles Dunstone and Roger Taylor. The firm focuses on investing in and supporting new entrepreneurs and scaling consumer brands, primarily within the United Kingdom. It operates using a direct investment strategy, engaging in joint ventures, and also invests in other funds. Freston Ventures manages the angel investments of Sir Charles Dunstone and also functions as an incubator, providing office space and resources to early-stage businesses.

Portfolio Companies

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Investments

Freston Ventures investments
CompanyDateStageLead
ME+EMMar 2022Growth EquityCo-investor
Chicken ShopJun 2021VC RoundCo-investor
NutmegJun 2014Series CCo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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HeadquartersLondon, England
Year FoundedN/A

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