30,000 sq ft of lab, office and event space in the heart of Bristol
The 15,000 sq ft of lab space where our Deep Tech journey began
30,000 sq ft of flexible lab and office suites for growing Deep Tech ventures
Incubators
Total sq ft
Total lab space share
In-house companies
We design our incubators with scientists and engineers at the centre, informed by our own team's skill and expertise as research scientists and in collaboration with our members.
Developed and run by our specialist in-house team, our incubators support Deep Tech startups with high-spec labs, offices, social areas, event spaces, equipment and operational services.
Our incubators are home to some of the most exciting companies in the country, working on groundbreaking technologies spanning biotech, advanced materials and engineering, and quantum.
Our incubators take no equity.
Rent a ready-to-use, furnished space, or have us design and construct a bespoke layout for you.
lab suites
with built-in flexibility
or ready-to-use layout options
scientific services & support
Rent a bench space in one of our shared laboratories. Ideal if you are just starting out or running a short project.
leases
shared access
included
If you’re a small business owner or an early-stage spinout, hot-desking is the ideal option to establish your company address and access our ecosystem.
across our incubators
and digital platform access
Mail delivery, reception, discounted rate for meeting room bookings
in kitchen and breakout spaces
Enjoy all the advantages of hot-desking, plus:
your own desk, chair and storage
to scale up or down to suit the needs of your company
for secure storage
Dedicated office membership gives your whole team all the advantages of a dedicated desk, with:
displayed at office door
via numeric lock
space to suit your team’s needs
Are you a university or an investor looking to develop a science incubator? Learn more about our suite of development services.
Kelpi is tackling plastic pollution by developing sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic packaging. It uses seaweed to create a unique bioplastic coating that provides a world-leading water barrier for new-generation packaging while being recyclable, biodegradable, and low carbon. By working with major food and drink, cosmetics and home care brands, Kelpi is already reducing reliance on fossil-fuel plastics and paving the way for a greener future in these industries.
GenomeKey is transforming how healthcare clinicians diagnose and treat infections like sepsis to improve patient outcomes. Using cutting-edge machine learning and DNA sequencing, the company is developing a next-generation diagnostic device to identify bacterial genomes and determine their antimicrobial susceptibility directly from patient blood in just a few hours, rather than days. This enables clinicians to prescribe the right antibiotics for patients with much more efficiency and accuracy, reducing costs, minimising unnecessary antibiotic use and ultimately saving millions of lives from the world’s leading cause of death.
Reach Industries is optimising lab and scientist efficiency with its Lumi™ visual intelligence platform. By automating data capture and analysis for experiments, observations and complex scientific workflows, the platform functions as a streamlined operating system that is accelerating R&D, improving compliance and increasing reproducibility.
Head of Property
Ashley has been part Science Creates since 2016, playing a key role in the design and operational planning of all its incubators. Over the years, he has held several leadership positions, including serving as CEO of Science Creates’ property and operating companies from 2022 to 2024, where he remains a Director.
Currently, Ashley leads the Property team, managing the organisation’s incubators while actively planning future incubator projects. He holds a PhD in organic electronics and supramolecular chemistry and has 15 years of experience managing laboratory environments.
Head of Developments
Patrick is a founding team member of Science Creates and an award-winning ARB registered architect with 10 years of experience. He delivers projects that balance high-quality design, user experience, cost and sustainability, working at all stages of the project lifecycle, from business case, planning, and architectural design to marketing and facilities management.
Facilities Lead
Germinal has over 20 years of experience working in science, working as a researcher in synthetic chemistry, chemical safety advisor, lab manager and research technical manager. With broad expertise in good laboratory practice and health & safety, he oversees the operation and maintenance of buildings and their services as the Facilities Lead at Science Creates.
His interest outside of work revolves around music, movies and nature.
Facilities Manager
Stevan is the Maintenance Manager overseeing the smooth running of the maintenance department at both St Phillips and Old Market incubators. He worked as a maintenance manager in healthcare for 12 years and brings a broad range of experience with him.
Outside of work he enjoys walking, running, cycling, trying lots of different sports and recently started to learn stand up paddleboarding.
Laboratory and Sustainability Manager
Holly is committed to ensuring our incubators are run smoothly with a specific focus on helping our members with laboratory inquiries. As part of the facilities team, she also dedicates her time to building maintenance and reducing our environmental impact.
Holly has a Masters degree in Conservation and Biodiversity with a specific interest in ethology and ornithology.
IT Lead
Dedicated to ensuring all IT infrastructure and networking runs smoothly, James is motivated to ensure that all things IT across the Science Creates incubators remain secure and operational.
With a professional background in cloud computing, encryption and digital security practices, James is also a keen music producer with an avid interest in horticulture.
Front of House and Events Manager
Katie comes from a front of house and hospitality background, in the UK and Spain, where she lived for 9 years. Within Science Creates, you’ll mainly find her running events or at the Old Market reception, welcoming and assisting members and visitors.
In her spare time, she likes to explore near and far with her partner and two young children, renovate their home and relax through yoga and cooking as she has a love for, and interest in, good food.
Operations and Finance Coordinator
Lily boasts a well-rounded skill set in organisation, administration, and logistics, cultivated through diverse roles— from coordinating festivals and events to managing office and operations for SMEs. As a key support figure for the team and CEO, Lily has rapidly become the office’s primary resource for all administrative matters, showcasing her dynamic capabilities.
Maintenance Operative
Nathan is our point of contact for any maintenance or facilities related operations at our Old Market Incubator. Nathan has a NVQ/Diploma level 1, 2 & 3 in Carpentry, as well as bringing multiple trade experiences from past employment. His commitment is to ensure that the incubators stay looking tip-top and operational for the Science Creates community.
In his spare time, Nathan is into his sports and outdoor activities like walking, running and cycling.
Facilities Assistant
Gareth is the maintenance assistant located at the St Philips incubator, taking charge of keeping the building and grounds operational, presentable and safe. He boasts a varied work history — from building maintenance and car restoration to the erection of large stage structures and sound engineering at events.
In his spare time, Gareth loves making music, mountain biking, woodwork projects and collecting minerals while exploring.
Receptionist - Old Market
With a background in the fashion industry and passion for customer service, you’ll find El ready to welcome you at Science Creates Old Market’s reception with a warm smile.
Beyond the walls of Science Creates, she can be found at an art gallery captivated by the timeless works of Rothko and Caravaggio, strolling through nature or enjoying a quiet moment with her two cats.
A specially crafted event as we prepare to expand our footprint with OMX, our 3rd incubator in Bristol.
An evening of science, storytelling and spectacular bakes in support of STEM outreach
