Might be of use to someone, a UK based version of Kickstarter.

“Crowdfunder is a new way for people to pool small amounts of money to back a good idea or project.
If you need funding for a project or idea”

Wanna make some funky bike lights but not got the upfront readies etc.

http://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/

Disclaimer: Nowt to do with me.