Northern Gritstone

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Investor type

Founded

2020

AUM

Location

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Investment Ticket

Investment Stage

Seed Series A Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America Europe

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Northern Gritstone is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, United Kingdom, founded in 2020. Led by CEO Duncan Johnson, a veteran in private equity and early-stage science ventures, the firm focuses on investing in science and technology startups in the North of England. The team comprises 13 professionals dedicated to supporting visionary companies with strong intellectual property, aiming to positively impact the world.

The firm invests in sectors such as life sciences, artificial intelligence, software, healthcare, deep tech, advanced materials, and clean energy. Northern Gritstone supports companies from early stages to later growth, with a focus on the Northern Arc universities of Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, and Liverpool. These universities are renowned for their research excellence and high volume of spinouts. The firm is committed to creating a regional innovation ecosystem and delivering attractive returns to shareholders.

Notable investments by Northern Gritstone include Pixel-Flo - industrial supplies, Silveray - diagnostic equipment, Imperagen - biotechnology, Iceotope - computers and peripherals, and AmpliSi - energy storage. The firm aims to be a long-term partner for the businesses it backs, fostering growth and innovation in the region.

Industry

Healthcare Services Software AI Life Sciences CleanTech Deeptech New materials

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Duncan Johnson CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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FAQs about Northern Gritstone

Is Northern Gritstone a venture capital or private equity firm?

Northern Gritstone is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A and Late Stage (Series C+).

Where is Northern Gritstone located?

Northern Gritstone is located in Manchester, England, United Kingdom.

When was Northern Gritstone founded?

Northern Gritstone was founded in 2020.

What sectors and industries does Northern Gritstone invest in?

Northern Gritstone invests in companies and startups in Healthcare Services, Software, AI, Life Sciences, CleanTech, Deeptech, New materials.

What is Northern Gritstone geographical focus of investments?

Northern Gritstone invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does Northern Gritstone typically invest in?

Northern Gritstone invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Late Stage (Series C+).

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