Baronsmead Venture Trusts

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

1995

AUM

$60 M

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

Europe

ESG Focus

Impact investor

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Baronsmead Venture Trusts, managed by Gresham House, are venture capital trusts based in the UK, founded in 1995. They support ambitious early-stage companies, leveraging Gresham House's extensive experience and resources. The team has a dynamic, entrepreneurial approach to investing, with a focus on long-term growth and partnership. The firm benefits from a profound heritage in venture capital, positioning them to offer practical support and mentorship to their portfolio companies.

Baronsmead Venture Trusts invest in early-stage growth businesses within the UK. They focus on supporting innovative companies that are expected to contribute significantly to the UK economy's future. The vehicles are tax-efficient and aimed at providing long-term investment returns to private investors through strategic placements and active management.

Notable investments of Baronsmead Venture Trusts include partnerships with companies across various sectors that align with their strategic goals, although specific portfolio companies are not publicly detailed on their website. Their approach emphasizes sustainable and impactful investments within the communities they operate.

Industry

HealthTech CleanTech Energy Technology MedTech AI Software SaaS Fintech E-commerce/Marketplace Digital Healthcare Services IT Services Security

Baronsmead Venture Trusts Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Baronsmead Venture Trust Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Digital Fintech Healthcare Services IT Services SaaS Security AI Technology	Seed Series A	Europe	$5-10 m	$60 M	December 2024

Contacts

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Ken Wotton Managing Director, Public Equity

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Chris Elliott Managing Director, Wholesale Distribution

Managing Director, Wholesale Distribution

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FAQs about Baronsmead Venture Trusts

Is Baronsmead Venture Trusts a venture capital or private equity firm?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is Baronsmead Venture Trusts located?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts is located in London, England, United Kingdom.

When was Baronsmead Venture Trusts founded?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts was founded in 1995.

What sectors and industries does Baronsmead Venture Trusts invest in?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts invests in companies and startups in HealthTech, CleanTech, Energy, Technology, MedTech, AI, Software, SaaS, Fintech, E-commerce/Marketplace, Digital, Healthcare Services, IT Services, Security.

What is Baronsmead Venture Trusts geographical focus of investments?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts invests in companies and startups in Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does Baronsmead Venture Trusts typically invest in?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Baronsmead Venture Trusts investment?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts usually invests $1-5 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Baronsmead Venture Trusts?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts has around $60m assets under management.

When was Baronsmead Venture Trusts last fund created?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts last fund was created/launched in 2024-12-10

Is Baronsmead Venture Trusts impact investor?

Yes, Baronsmead Venture Trusts is impact investor.

What are the contacts of Baronsmead Venture Trusts?

Baronsmead Venture Trusts can be reached through its website greshamhouse.com/strategic-equity/private-equity/baronsmead-vcts, its LinkedIn page and its X account. Its general enquiries address is [email protected]. Cold-mailing a general inbox rarely reaches a partner, so Private Equity List also lists the investment-team contacts for Baronsmead Venture Trusts — names, roles, verified work emails and LinkedIn profiles — available on a Pro plan from $129/month (see pricing). Contacts are sourced from the firm's website and LinkedIn and re-verified on a rolling cycle. Spot a stale contact, or none at all? Report it — we re-run that firm within 48h and get back to you.

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