Where high-tech startups become high-growth scaleups.
Powered by the University of the West of England, Future Space is an award-winning innovation centre combining workspace, R&D expertise, tailored business support and a ready-made talent pipeline — all under one roof.
More than a desk — this is a place where real-world innovation happens.
Co-located at UWE Bristol, Future Space is home to high-tech high-growth startups working in health tech, green tech, advanced engineering, digital tech and beyond.
Our high-spec labs, private offices, technical workshops and virtual memberships are all designed for trailblazing businesses solving tomorrow’s biggest challenges, today.
OFFICE SPACE
OFFICE SPACE
WORKSHOP SPACE
WORKSHOP SPACE
LAB SPACE
LAB SPACE
VIRTUAL SPACE
VIRTUAL SPACE
Innovation Backed by Research. Growth Powered by Partnership.
Whether you’re still developing your first prototype or scaling your team for new markets, we fast-track and de-risk your innovation journey by bringing together cutting-edge university R&D, hands-on business support, a network of business advisors and a pipeline of new talent — all in one place.

Scale faster → work 1:1 with our in-house Innovation Team to nurture growth

Develop R&D → access university facilities to further your R&D and product development

Test ideas → prototype and validate innovations without burning through runway

Navigate complexity → get expert guidance on legal, IP, finance, marketing and more

Find talent → access graduates through placements designed around you

Raise smarter → join workshops and access investors to get funding-ready

Grow with clarity → harness market insight to sharpen your growth plan

Work better together → collaborate across our shared spaces and meeting rooms



Why tech businesses choose Future Space
Hear from some of our trailblazing business founders and our Centre Director Professor Matt Freeman.