ABOUT

Future Space nurtures high-tech businesses inspired to work at the cutting-edge of the science and technology industries, powering health & life sciences, advanced engineering, digital technology, green tech and beyond.

Based in the heart of the University of the West of England’s Enterprise Zone, we offer dedicated and shared laboratory spaces, technical workshop units, offices and co-working options.

Far more than just a space, Future Space is a creative collision of university-partnered R&D, sector-wide business support and next-generation thought leadership, shaping your growing business around only the most trailblazing of innovation ideas.

Companies benefit from the following:

• Co-located alongside the Bristol Robotics Lab, the Centre for Print Research and the Health Tech Hub in the UWE Bristol Enterprise Zone.
• Enjoy leading-edge facilities and specialist equipment.
• Learn from our in-house Innovation Team and Lab Supervisors.
• Gain expertise with 1-2-1 support from our business advisors.
• Develop projects and test prototypes with university facilities.
• Gain R&D insights from partnered university academics.
• Build your capacity with students and graduates.
• Collaborate in our shared spaces and meeting rooms.
• Immerse yourself in our thought leadership events.
• On-site staff services and facilities management, so the day-to-day running issues are taken care of
• Licence agreement with as little as one month’s notice period
• Office space and lab space, standardised or customisable
• On-site conference, meeting and event facilities
• Access to superfast internet and telephony connections
• 24/7 office access and on-site security for peace of mind
• On-site parking
• Clear, straightforward pricing

Shared Office Membership

Are you a science or technology-focused business looking for a space to call your own?

Our 24-hour access private office space at Future Space is designed specifically for businesses like yours. Our all-inclusive packages provide everything you need to hit the ground running, including on-site business support and access to collaborative meeting and event spaces. Plus, being based at UWE means that you’ll be supported in your growth journey through the support of academics, students and the use of facilities from a leading UK university.

• Your own private office for 1-20+ people, from just £450p/m
• A dedicated Innovation Team and 1-2-1 business coaching
• On-site parking, café, kitchenettes and reception services
• Co-located with the Bristol Robotics Lab, Health Tech Hub & Centre for Print Research
• Access to shared workspaces and business-led workshops

Hot Desk Membership

Create your future at our flexible coworking space in Bristol

With 24/7 access to our coworking spaces, you can come and go as you please – working when it works best for you. Our inspirational location on the UWE Bristol campus offers a peaceful but dynamic alternative to city working, with all the campus facilities and expertise you could need right at your fingertips. And with 1:1 coaching and business growth support available across all of our coworking packages, you’ll have the support you need to succeed.

We understand that flexibility and choice are essential, which is why our license agreements are based on rolling monthly payments and can be cancelled with just one month’s notice. That way, you don’t have to feel tied down to one space or a long-term commitment. This is the workspace that truly works for you.

Lab Space

Accelerate your scientific breakthroughs in our state-of-the-art laboratories.

Whether you’re a start-up seeking proof of concept or an established company ready to take your work to the next level, our flexible private or shared lab space is equipped with cutting-edge technology and resources.

Co-located with the Health Tech Hub and with a package of innovation support developed in collaboration with the University of West of England’s academics and students, there is no better place to base your life science business. Plus, with our experienced lab technician and business support team here to support your journey, you can expect no less than success.

Virtual Membership

Virtual office packages are perfect for businesses who aren’t ready for  a physical space. Virtual membership provides a prestigious mailing address, reception services and meeting room discounts.

Meeting and Conference Facilities

Space to share ideas.

Our meeting rooms are designed to cater to businesses of all sizes, with spaces available for just a handful of people or hundreds.

With a range of inspiring, flexible spaces available to hire hourly or daily, the collaborative meeting and event facilities at Future Space are ideal for both internal and external businesses to hire. Whether you need a space for a high-pressure pitching event, a crucial board meeting, or just a casual get-together, we’ve got the space to share ideas.

The rooms are fully equipped with presentation equipment, free WiFi, and parking; break-out space and catering facilities are available on request.

Business Support

Future Space provides a game-changing business support model that aims to put your business on an ambitious journey of R&D and growth. Our businesses benefit from free sessions with our Advisory Space network, covering Marketing, Recruitment, Intellectual Property, Funding, AI and beyond. Future Space can also help to push the boundaries of your R&D through access to university facilities, enabling businesses to test and trail, as well as assigned academics, able to offer insight and consultancy. This support package sits alongside access to all Future Space workshops and events as well as digital promotion of business activity across our web and social channels.