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Dragons’ Den’s most successful investments: ranked

It’s now over 10 years since the first episode of Dragons’ Den aired on British TV screens and in that time we’ve seen some brilliant, and not so brilliant, businesses pass through the Den. While many of the start-ups which have appeared on the BBC show have since floundered or failed to gain traction, a number have gone on to achieve huge success – with and without the Dragons’ investments. We’ve delved into the Den archives to find out what has happened to 16 of the brightest businesses to have pitched to the Dragons and where they are now. June 27, 2025 | 11 min read
Dragons’ Den’s most successful investments: ranked

Dragon’s Den: Series Highlight Reel

March 22, 2023 | 5 min read
Dragon’s Den: Series Highlight Reel

How to pitch to a Dragon: Deborah Meaden shares 5 quick-fire investment tips

June 15, 2017 | 4 min read
How to pitch to a Dragon: Deborah Meaden shares 5 quick-fire investment tips

What is angel investment? (and how can it help your startup)

May 1, 2025 | 10 min read
What is angel investment? (and how can it help your startup)

Venture capital: how it works and how to attract it

May 12, 2025 | 9 min read
Venture capital: how it works and how to attract it
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