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Discovery Park is a 220-acre world-class science and innovation campus near Sandwich, that has proved central to the success of life sciences in the UK for more than half a century.

Here Pfizer, which remains a major tenant on site, discovered some of the planet’s best-known medicines – with this vibrant 160-strong community continuing to lead the way across a range of sectors from bio-tech and green energy to new ways of food productions.

From start-ups and scale ups to leading multi-nationals. Discovery Park provides the space and support for transformational businesses to thrive.

Progress is being made in attracting investment for 500,000 Sq. Ft. of science related commercial space over the next five years. This would double the number of jobs from 3,500 to 7,000 by 2032. 2023 saw the opening of 50,000 Sq. Ft.  of laboratory and office space for start-ups and early-stage companies, including biotech, med tech and digital health firms.

This £6 million life sciences incubator, located in the iconic Building 500, is part of a long-term plan for Discovery Park to focused on being a key centre for the data, women’s health and oncology sectors. Plans for a manufacturing village also remains a key ambition.

 

Have updated this section after speaking with Kirsty