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Paralo raises £270K in pre-seed funding to develop a connected technology platform for golf clubs and golfers.

PRIVATEAug 20, 2026

Amount Raised

£270,000

Round Type

Pre-Seed

United KingdomSports

Description

UK golf technology startup Paralo has raised £270,000 in an oversubscribed pre-seed funding round. This funding will support the development of its operating system for golf clubs and a connected product for golfers. The round was primarily led by founder-led investments, benefiting from the UK's Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme. Paralo aims to streamline the fragmented systems currently used in the golf industry.

Quick answer

Paralo raised £270,000 in a Pre-Seed round, dated August 20, 2026. Paralo is based in United Kingdom.

How much did Paralo raise?
Paralo raised £270,000 in a Pre-Seed round on August 20, 2026.
What does Paralo do?
Paralo is a UK-based golf technology startup founded in 2026 by Jarrad Hicks and Zaheer Merali.
Where is Paralo based and how big is it?
Paralo is based in United Kingdom. Fundz records about 47 employees.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

Who else raised in Sports around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as Paralo that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • 1club raised $2.5M (Seed) on October 1, 2026.
  • Brodie Rec League raised $3.6M (Seed) on September 30, 2026.
  • Rayon raised $11M (Series A) on September 29, 2026.
  • Pivot25 Productions raised an undisclosed amount on September 26, 2026.
  • Topdog raised $2.5M (Seed) on September 23, 2026.
  • Heartbeats raised $15M (Series C) on September 14, 2026.

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Company Information

Company

Paralo

Location

United Kingdom

About

Paralo is a UK-based golf technology startup founded in 2026 by Jarrad Hicks and Zaheer Merali. The company is developing an operating system for golf clubs to replace various fragmented technology systems, creating a seamless experience for both clubs and golfers. Their platform aims to ensure interoperability and allow clubs to maintain their unique identity while providing a connected experience for golfers. Paralo is focused on enhancing the infrastructure of golf technology to streamline operations and improve member experiences.

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