Level392027 deadline, funding, equity and how to apply
Canary Wharf Group's tech community at One Canada Square, opened in 2013. Paid membership from about £300/month for 180+ fintech, cyber and AI firms.
- No cash investment
- Funding
- No equity
- Equity
- Ongoing membership
- Program length
- Rolling
- Applications
About Level39
Level39 is a tech community and workspace in Canary Wharf, London, run by Canary Wharf Group. It opened on 18 March 2013 on the 39th floor of One Canada Square. Eric van der Kleij was its founding head.
It is not an accelerator. Level39 does not invest, take equity or run fixed cohorts. Companies pay for membership and get space, events and introductions to the corporates and financial firms on the Canary Wharf estate.
Level39 started as a fintech hub and still leans that way. Its focus areas are now fintech and cyber security, data and AI, sustainability and life sciences. A March 2026 anniversary report says Level39 supports more than 180 businesses across 60,000 sq ft, with a team of 11 backed by Canary Wharf Group staff.
It runs 260+ events and hosts 40+ international trade missions a year. Its best-known alumnus is Revolut, which Level39 says started with two hot desks there before growing into one of the world's most valuable fintechs and taking its own Canary Wharf office. eToro is named among businesses it supports.
A 2026 third-party summary of the site lists Community Membership from 300 pounds a month plus VAT, Coworking from 440 pounds and private offices from 700 pounds per desk. Members also get MentorHours, investor sessions and use of event spaces such as the 200-seat Sandbox.
What Level39 looks for
Level39 wants growing technology companies that fit its focus areas: fintech, cyber security, data and AI, sustainability and life sciences. Members range from early startups to scaleups that need a London base near banks and corporates. There is no published stage limit, revenue bar or selection committee, but Level39 curates its community. Companies that want to sell to financial institutions on the Canary Wharf estate get the most from it.
How the Level39 program works
Level39 runs on membership rather than a program calendar. There are three main tiers. Community Membership includes drop-in working for up to five days a month, events and community introductions.
Coworking adds 24/7 access and bookable hot desks. Private offices are customisable and priced per desk. On top of space, members can join MentorHours39 sessions with mentors, investor sessions, workshops and the CEO Breakfast Club.
Level39 also partners with outside events, such as Sifted Summit in 2026. International delegations and accelerators use the space too. Innovation Norway's Tech Executive Accelerator is one example.
The growth path is physical. Members who scale can move into larger offices on the Canary Wharf estate, as Revolut and Datatonic did.
How to apply to Level39
- 1Pick a tier: Community, Coworking or Private Office, based on how often your team needs to be in Canary Wharf.
- 2Book a trial day at Level39 through level39.co to see the space at One Canada Square.
- 3Submit a membership enquiry with your company details and sector.
- 4Agree pricing and start date with the Level39 team, since prices on the site are listed as from.
- 5Once a member, sign up for MentorHours39 and investor sessions to use the network.
Startup perks after acceptance
Accelerator startups qualify for most startup credit programs. These are the ones founders claim first.
Notable Level39 alumni
Companies that went through or were backed by Level39.
Level39 vs similar accelerators
| Program | Funding | Equity | Location | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level39 | No cash investment | No equity | London | Rolling admissions |
| Conception X | Up to $390K | No equity | London | December 6, 2026 (40 days left) |
| Barclays Eagle Labs | No cash investment | No equity | London | November 20, 2026 (24 days left) |
| Plexal | No cash investment | No equity | London | Next deadline not announced yet |
| Creative Destruction Lab | No cash investment | No equity | 17 sites including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Seattle, London, Paris, Berlin, Melbourne | Next deadline not announced yet |
| Seedcamp | Up to $1.3M | Varies | London, UK | Rolling admissions |
Level39 FAQ
When is the Level39 application deadline?+
Level39 reviews applications on a rolling basis, so you can apply at any time.
Is Level39 an accelerator?+
No. Level39 is a paid tech community and workspace owned by Canary Wharf Group. It does not invest, take equity or run fixed cohorts. Members get desks or offices, events, mentor and investor sessions, and introductions to companies on the Canary Wharf estate.
How much does Level39 membership cost?+
A 2026 third-party summary of Level39's site lists Community Membership from 300 pounds a month plus VAT, with up to five days of drop-in working a month. Coworking starts at 440 pounds a month and private offices at 700 pounds per desk a month, all plus VAT. Check level39.co for current prices.
Did Revolut start at Level39?+
Yes. Level39 says Revolut started with two hot desks at Level39 and later took its own tenancy on the Canary Wharf estate. Datatonic also moved from Level39 into a Canary Wharf tenancy in 2023. eToro is among the businesses Level39 names in its 2026 anniversary account.
Where is Level39?+
Level39 is in One Canada Square, the main tower in Canary Wharf, east London. It opened on the 39th floor in March 2013 and has since grown to about 60,000 sq ft across several floors. It also hosts events in spaces such as the Sandbox, which seats 200 people theatre style.
Sources: level39.co, yespress.io, scaleupinstitute.org.uk, finextra.com, level39.co, theglobalcity.uk