Advancing the UK's Science Parks and Innovation Clusters.

UKSPA is the UK’s leading membership association for the people and places driving innovation. With over 40 years at the heart of the sector, more than 125 member locations, and over 75 business affiliates UKSPA connects, supports and represents the people and places that make innovation happen.

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UKSPA Autumn Conference 2026 - Nottingham

UKSPA’s members and stakeholders will gather at the University of Nottingham Innovation Park on Thursday 19th and Friday 20th November for the UKSPA Autumn Conference.

What We Do

Connect & Collaborate

We bring together park professionals, innovation leaders and sector experts through peer networks, working groups and community events, building the relationships that move the sector forward.

Events & Learning

Our events programme offers high-quality conferences, masterclasses and webinars on topics facing the community and deliver practical knowledge for park professionals.

Research & Insight

We produce the data, benchmarking and strategic analysis that helps our members plan with confidence, tracking trends, measuring performance and shaping the evidence base for the sector.

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Events & Conferences

Where the sector comes together.

UKSPA events bring together the people shaping the UK’s innovation landscape, from park directors and estate managers to policymakers and investors. Join us to share insight, build connections and help shape what comes next.

Latest News & Insights

Stay informed.
Stay ahead.

Our news hub brings together member stories, sector insights and the latest developments from across the UK’s innovation community.

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UK Government investment to support jobs & skills at M-SParc

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New UK Research Facility Confirmed at Harwell

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The EpiCentre launches Emerging Innovator Programme

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Ready to Grow With the UK’s Innovation Network?

Whether you manage a science park, lead an innovation district or support the sector as a service provider, UKSPA membership gives you the connections, insight and influence to make a bigger impact.

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