Be Part of the UK's Innovation Network
UKSPA connects the people who build and manage the UK’s science parks, innovation districts and technology campuses. Membership gives you access to the network, intelligence and influence that helps you do your job better and helps the sector grow stronger.
Why Join UKSPA?
The support and connections you need, all in one place
Science parks, innovation districts and technology campuses are vital to the UK economy, sustaining over 5,000 innovative businesses and more than 90,000 jobs. UKSPA has been at the heart of this community for over 40 years, and our members are the organisations driving it forward.
Whether you’re looking for peer support, sector intelligence, policy influence or simply a community that understands the unique challenges of running an innovation location, UKSPA membership delivers.
Peer Network & Community
Connect with professionals from across the UK’s science park and innovation sector. Share challenges, exchange ideas and build the relationships that make a real difference, through working groups, member forums and our busy events programme.
Events & Learning
Access a full programme of conferences, masterclasses, webinars and site visits, designed specifically for park professionals. From our flagship annual conference to specialist sessions on planning, sustainability and tenant engagement, there’s always something relevant on the calendar.
Research, Data & Insight
Make better decisions with access to UKSPA’s sector benchmarking data, research publications and policy analysis. Understand how your park compares, spot emerging trends and use evidence to inform your strategy.
Policy Voice & Advocacy
UKSPA represents the interests of the UK’s innovation locations at the highest levels, engaging with government, devolved administrations and key stakeholders. As a member, your voice is part of that conversation.
Resources & Best Practice
Access a growing library of guidance, case studies and templates, covering everything from estate management and planning to community building and sustainability. Built by the sector, for the sector.
Profile & Visibility
Appear in the UKSPA member directory, gain coverage through our news and social channels, and position your park as part of the UK’s leading innovation network, giving you credibility with tenants, investors and stakeholders alike.
Membership Categories
Find the right membership for you
UKSPA has three membership categories, designed to reflect where you are in your journey, from fully operational parks to organisations planning for the future, and businesses that support the sector.
Full Membership
For organisations that are fully operational, with a site, buildings, occupiers and an active management function delivering support to knowledge-intensive businesses.
WHO IT’S FOR
- Operational science parks and research campuses
- Innovation districts with on-site management and tenant support
- Technology parks and campuses with knowledge-intensive occupiers
Associate Membership
For innovation locations that are in development, recently launched or working towards full member criteria. Associate membership gives you access to the full UKSPA network and benefits as you build towards operational status.
WHO IT’S FOR
- Science parks and innovation locations under development or in planning
- New parks in their early operational phase
- Organisations working towards the full member definition
Business Affiliate Membership
For organisations whose work supports, enables or enriches the UK’s innovation location sector. Business Affiliates benefit from full membership access and play an active role in the UKSPA community, bringing expertise, products and services that add genuine value to the network.
WHO IT’S FOR
- Professional services firms working with science parks and innovation districts
- Investors and funders active in the innovation sector
- Other organisations with aligned objectives and mutual benefit
Membership Fees
Simple, transparent pricing
Annual subscriptions are based on the scale of your park or organisation. All fees are subject to VAT. New members pay a one-off joining fee of £125 + VAT.
Membership type
Annual Subscription + VAT
Full Member — Large
over 100,000 sq ft
£1,606.50 + VAT
Full Member — Medium
Over 35,000–100,000 sq ft
£1,365.00 + VAT
Full Member — Small
under 35,000 sq ft
£1,071.00 + VAT
Associate Member
£1,365.00 + VAT
Business Affiliate
£1,606.50 + VAT
New members: one-off joining fee of £125 + VAT annually.
How to Join
Getting started is straightforward
Complete the form and a member of the team will be in touch to confirm your category and next steps, usually within two working days.
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Choose your membership category
Review the categories above and select the one that best fits your organisation in the form.
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Submit your application
Fill in the form — it takes less than two minutes. Or call us on 01799 532050 if you’d prefer to talk it through first.
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We’ll be in touch
The team will review your application and confirm your membership, fee band and next steps.
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Welcome to UKSPA
Full access to the members’ area, events programme, peer networks and everything UKSPA has to offer.
Apply for membership
Choose your membership category below then complete the form and we’ll be in touch within two working days
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Prefer to speak to someone first?
The UKSPA team are happy to talk through membership options, answer questions or help identify the right category for your organisation.
Tel: 01799 532050
Email: info@ukspa.org.uk