This week we took the Rare Founders magic up North for a special edition of our legendary Open Mic Pitch Night, teaming up with the brilliant crew at Silicon Mingle Manchester.

It was everything we hoped for and more 1-minute unscripted pitches (with the water guns in full effect 💦), buzzing networking, and conversations that sparked real opportunities. Every 20–30 minutes, founders raising funds were randomly selected to take the mic, keeping the room alive with energy and ideas.

In between rounds? Unfiltered networking, clinking glasses, and genuine connections the kind that make our community so special.

Huge thanks to everyone who came through, pitched, supported, and shared the vibe with us. This definitely won’t be our last trip up North.