BioCity Nottingham
Lab space to rent in Nottingham
The CRO & CDMO collective
A short walk from the city centre, this former Boots R&D site has been transformed into a centre of excellence for pharmaceutical and biotech CROs and contract research and development organisations.
BioCity Nottingham tenants enjoy being part of a dedicated, interactive, close-knit community. With floors of flexible lab space and offices to rent across four unique buildings, this space is the perfect fit for budding businesses and life science start-ups and scale-ups that will benefit from joining the collaborative CRO and contract research and development organisations cluster in the East Midlands.
Services
For the bright sparks of biotech start ups
Take on our office and lab space to rent in Nottingham with just one month’s notice, with the option to scale back with only three months’ notice.
Autoclave, glass wash, washing machines/dryers, cold rooms, gas and waste solvent stores, ice machine, water purification system, group purchasing schemes on lab consumables, clinical waste store, -80’c freezer storage.
Layout not quite working? Pioneer Group can help customise the space to suit you, your team, and the way you work.
Innovation Centre, Stuart Adams, Laurus and Discovery. Discovery is our latest addition; adorned with an award-winning sculpture that lights up the Nottingham night sky, it uses live activity from the surface of the sun, taken from NASA satellites.
We have access to specialist equipment that you can rent over an extended period, helping to lessen your capital expenditure.
Invitation-only pitching competitions, investment opportunity roundups, unique collaborations and trade visits are regular features for Pioneer Group based start-ups. It’s what being a part of our business community is all about.
Where leaders share their thoughts, experiences and lessons learnt over a beer (or three!) with the business community.
With family-size tables, comfy seating, a pool table and a relaxed atmosphere, The Kitchen is the perfect spot to take a break from work. The Mini Kitchen, located in the Discovery building, also has a seasonal menu made fresh in-house with locally sourced ingredients. Both supply quality coffee from award-winning, local roastery, 200°.
No contracts, no lengthy agreements, simply choose what works best for you.
Just a stone’s throw from Nottingham city centre, BioCity Nottingham is a 10-minute walk from Nottingham train station. Our nearest tram stop is the Lace Market.
Amenities
Working collaboratively
for change
Café – The Kitchen
Bike storage
On-site parking
High speed internet
Unique common areas
Exhibition space
Shared outdoor spaces
Good transport links
Cleaning services
Pool table
Meeting rooms
Showers & hair dryers
Fully accessible
Office & lab space
to rent
Office space
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Team
Introducing our experts
Sara Lloyd
Site Director
Natalie Morris
Assistant Manager
Anne Pettifor
Administration Manager
Mandip Pabial-Parmar
Operations Manager
Michael Wilks
Facilities Co-ordinator
Testimonial
“As scientists with little business exposure, the thought of turning a concept into a business was a daunting thought. The business support at BioCity is designed to improve business thinking, strategy and success, whilst also providing peer support. Thanks to this support, our decision to become BioCity tenants 18 months ago was and continues to be an excellent decision.”
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Location
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BioCity Nottingham – Pioneer Group
Pennyfoot Street
Nottingham
NG1 1GF
England
Car Parking
Being a city-centre location, parking is at a premium. Companies based on site have access to the car park and can book visitors car parking spaces if requested in advance.
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By foot
From Nottingham Train Station and Station Tram Stop
1. BioCity is approx. 8 minute’s walk from Nottingham train station.
2. As you leave the station turn sharp right along Station Street passing Loxley House and Jury’s Inn.
3. Arrive at T-junction with London Road and turn left.
4. Cross the road and walk past the Premier Inn and BBC on the right.
5. Follow the road around to the right and cross over the small side road and past the garage until you get to Pennyfoot Street.
6. Turn right into Pennyfoot Street and BioCity is just along on the right.
Park and Ride
The Link 2 (from and to Race Course Park and Ride) stops just in front of BioCity (every 10 mins, 10-minute journey).
BioCity from the North
1. Exit M1 at J26, turning left onto A610 towards Nottingham.
2. Straight over the first roundabout, staying on A610 (to City).
3. Past Travelodge on left, then straight over next roundabout (Gateway Hotel on left).
4. Straight over the next two sets of traffic lights. Straight on at Ring Road junction on A610 to City Centre.
5. Carry straight on through four sets of traffic lights to the top of the hill.
6. Go straight over traffic lights and get into right-hand lane.
7. Follow the road to the right onto Toll House, passing under the bridge.
8. Go straight over two roundabouts and get into left-hand lane.
9. Go under the bridge, through traffic lights into the middle lane.
10. The road bears right to traffic lights, signposted Trent Bridge.
11. At lights turn left towards Trent Bridge along Canal Street.
12. Get into the middle lane approaching the roundabout and take the first exit, then immediately right into Fisher Gate.
13. Go straight over the traffic lights into Pennyfoot Street, BioCity car park is on the right.
BioCity from the South
1. Exit M1 at J24, turn right at island onto A453 to Nottingham.
2. Straight over the first roundabout, and pass Nottingham Trent University on left.
3. Straight on at next traffic lights following signs for A453/City Centre.
4. Drive over the Fly-over and down the hill, passing the retail park on left.
5. After several sets of lights pass Inland Revenue HQ on left (modern, glass building).
6. Arrive a T-junction and bear right (Nottingham Evening Post Offices on right).
7. Get in the middle lane passing Broadmarsh Shopping Centre on left.
8. The road bears right to traffic lights, signposted Trent bridge along Canal Street.
9. At lights turn let towards Trent Bridge along Canal Street.
10. Get into the middle lane approaching the roundabout and take the first exit, then immediately right into Fisher Gate.
11. Go straight over the traffic lights into Pennyfoot Street, BioCity car park is on the right.
We can recommend local hotels with preferential rates available to BioCity Nottingham based companies and Conference and Events customers. Contact us to discuss.
Lace Market Hotel (0.4 Miles)
A boutique property in the historic and picturesque ‘Lace Market’ area of Nottingham. The corner studio suites are worth a stay as are the Superior Suites with views of the Galleries of Justice from a roll-top bath. Famous musicians, actors and celebrities have graced the corridors of this hotel, but if the only thing you see is a pint of local beer from the Hotels pub Cock and Hoop you’ve not done badly.
Hart’s Nottingham (1 Mile)
Hart’s Hotel is situated in the city centre on the old ramparts of Nottingham Castle. A 4 star boutique hotel with views over Nottingham and secluded gardens. Hart’s Kitchen, an intimate 2 AA rosette restaurant located in the hotel is perfect for work dinners. ONe for the two boutique hotels in the city centre, we recommend treating yourself to a locally made loaf of Hambleton Bakery sourdough for the during home, sold on-site.
Jurys Inn (0.3 Miles)
Situated less than five minutes from the train station, tramway, car park and BioCity Nottingham. Jurys Inn on London Road is a well-placed hotel in the city centre.
Hilton (1.2 Miles)
The Hilton is in the heart of the shopping district of Nottingham. With contemporary decor and furnishings hotel features one of the very few indoor pools in the city, a 60-foot heated indoor pool with a whirlpool. The hotel also boasts a fully-equipped LivingWell health club and fitness centre. The breakfasts alone are worth a visit.
The Park Plaza (1 Mile)
The Park Plaza Nottingham is located in the city centre on Maid Marrion Way, just 18 minutes walk from BioCity Nottingham and 13 minutes from the train station. Opposite Nottingham Castle, Park Plaza has spacious rooms, Pan Asian restaurant and an 11th-floor fitness centre with panoramic city views.