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Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund

The Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund was created to channel capital into regional SMEs. British Business Bank serves as operator and parent.

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Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund

The Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund was created to channel capital into regional SMEs. British Business Bank serves as operator and parent. The European Regional Development Fund acted as co-investor. The strategy centers on co-investment, early-stage venture, growth equity, and venture debt. Capital deploys across start-up and expansion phases. Activity concentrates in the United Kingdom with emphasis on Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The £200m South West Investment Fund launched in 2023 as successor after the original vehicle finished its investment phase. No additional offices or team size figures appear in available records. Public-entity backing and regional mandate shape the fund's sourcing and deployment model.

General information

Firm type

Generalist

Year founded

2016

AUM

Undisclosed

Location

Region

Europe

Country

United Kingdom

City

Sheffield

Corporate office

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Principals

John Acornley

Chair of the CIOSIF Advisory Board

Sector focus

Venture

Frequently asked questions

Who operates the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund?

British Business Bank established the fund and oversees operations.

What role does John Acornley hold?

John Acornley serves as Chair of the CIOSIF Advisory Board.

Which entity provided co-investment funding?

The European Regional Development Fund supplied significant capital for the initiative.

What happened to the fund after its investment phase?

The £200m South West Investment Fund launched in 2023 as the successor vehicle.

What investment approaches does the fund employ?

The fund uses co-investment, early-stage venture, growth, and venture debt.

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