Co-working space

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Access new talent and ideas and grow your business by co-working at Lancaster University.

At Lancaster University, our co-working spaces are about more than just a desk – they’re places to inspire and innovate. Nestled in 578 acres of beautiful Lancashire countryside, we provide the perfect setting to access expertise, collaborate and develop your organisation.

You can brainstorm in our multi-functional spaces or take your R&D to the next level in our cutting-edge laboratory facilities. You'll also have the opportunity to meet our researchers and professional business development experts.

Looking to expand your networks? You’ll find plenty of opportunities among our busy events programme – and if you’re dreaming big, you can even plan an event of your own in one of our many versatile spaces.

When it’s time to refuel, we’ve got a great selection of food and drink options around campus - you never know who you will bump into, sparking a conversation which could lead to your next great business venture. Plus, we have fantastic sports and exercise facilities to help you stay active and energised.

Need a little downtime? Take the opportunity to stroll along our Woodland Trail. Surround yourself with nature, clear your head and boost your creativity.

There's something for everyone when joining the community of co-workers at Lancaster University.

ConnectLU - the easy way to book your hot desk and meeting space

Our new app makes it easy for you to find the right space for you on campus. Whether you're looking to work in our world-class environmental science centre or at the cutting-edge Health Innovation Campus, ConnectLU allows you to pre-book your desk in the location of your choice.

For Apple users, download at the App Store at ConnectLU (Apple)

For Android users, access the app via the Play Store at ConnectLU (Android)

Benefits to business

Become part of an engaged ecosystem of innovators and academics.

Flexibility

Hot desks for a day or offices and longer-term arrangements, offering flexibility and confidence.

Collaborate

Become part of an engaged ecosystem of innovators and academics.

Account manager

Personal account manager ensuring you are accessing all the support the University can offer.

Secure Wi-Fi

Secure business Wi-Fi network.

Community

Access to Lancaster University networking events.

Facilities

Access to facilities including lab space, breakout space, meeting and event spaces – we even have a podcast recording studio.

Health Innovation Campus

The University’s Health Innovation Campus has created a distinct health and wellbeing ecosystem at Lancaster. As well as business space, it houses the Lancaster Medical School and Division of Health Research - offering collaboration opportunities with world-class researchers and undergraduate and postgraduate students from across the University, in an inspiring setting designed to be a catalyst for tackling some of society’s biggest health challenges.

The cafe within the campus’ flagship Health Innovation One building, Hive, has a menu deliberately designed to feature healthier options for breakfast and lunch. Showcasing the unique outside-in design of the new facility, huge glass walls provide stunning views across the surrounding countryside.

Designed as a collaborative hub, the building includes an Innovation Lab and Business Lounge – as well as meeting rooms of all sizes. The lobby area also provides a large-scale event space and gallery.

The campus is set within the University’s sport and exercise quarter, within a short distance from the Sports Hall, Woodland Walk and grass and all-weather games pitches. Showers are provided within Health Innovation One for residents to utilise.

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Lancaster Environment Centre

Lancaster Environment Centre (LEC) is where sustainable businesses thrive working alongside world-class researchers, high-achieving students, government scientists and peer organisations, to find solutions to some of today’s biggest environmental challenges.

LEC provides cutting-edge lab space and facilities to develop and test new products and processes for the global marketplace.

It also offers ample space for meetings and events, from adaptable training rooms to workshop areas and larger spaces. The sustainably-designed Atrium provides a vibrant open space for collaborative meetings or a wide range of events.

There are several cafes within a short walk, all offering fresh coffee and pastries, as well as delicious options for lunch.

The Lancaster Environment Centre building gardens

cTAP

cTAP (Collaborative Technology Access Programme) is a state-of-the-art £11.4m facility at Lancaster University, designed to foster long-term strategic partnerships between academia and industry in chemical and chemical-using industries. Our unique collaborative ecosystem supports businesses of all sizes, from innovative start-ups to established enterprises, working alongside world-class researchers.

Key Features:

Cutting-edge equipment: Access four specialised suites including Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, X-ray facilities, microscopy & nanofabrication, and mass spectrometry and separations.
Expert support: Experimental Officers manage each suite and can assist with your research, innovation and scientific service needs.
Flexible spaces: Co-working opportunities, wet lab space, write-up areas, office spaces, meeting rooms and comprehensive support facilities and amenities to suit your collaborative needs.
Research expertise: Staff can provide businesses with consultancy, contract research and advice to address specific technical problems, and co-create collaborative research projects, both within and beyond core themes of energy, health and materials.
Central location: Situated in the heart of campus with easy access to amenities and networking opportunities. Here you will have close access to multiple cafes, restaurants and shops, as well as outdoor seating areas to catch-up with colleagues, and even explore the weekly marketplace.

Join us in cTAP to leverage our world-class facilities and expertise for your next breakthrough.

Shared success

Yordas Group wins King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade

Yordas Group, a leading international provider of scientific consultancy services and digital solutions for the sustainable management of chemicals, has been based in Lancaster Environment Centre since 2007, when it was formed with strategic support from Lancaster University.

In May 2025, Yordas Group won a King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade. The King’s Awards for Enterprise are the United Kingdom’s highest official recognition for business excellence. Recipients are personally approved by His Majesty the King following rigorous evaluation and hold the honour for five years, earning worldwide respect as exemplars of UK industry.

Jonathan Lutwyche, CEO of Yordas Group, said: “Headquartered at Lancaster Environment Centre since its inception in 2007, Yordas proudly shares this success with the vibrant research, business, and educational communities of the region. Our close collaboration with Lancaster University, research institutions, and local businesses underscores our commitment to nurturing talent and driving innovation at home and abroad.”

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Alastair Richards, Chief Executive, North West Cancer Research

North West Cancer Research has had an office in Health Innovation One since Lancaster University’s flagship collaboration hub opened in 2020. This valued partnership has seen the charity work with academics and the wider health innovation community on various projects over the years.

Chief Executive Alastair Richards said it was the constant opportunities to find engaged collaboration partners which added real value to being on site at Lancaster University.

He added: “For me it’s the constant learning and meeting new people. The Health Innovation Campus Team are great at introducing me to people it's easy to make connections with and where a shared project is only a couple of steps away. For North West Cancer Research, this has taken us into new areas of work – but ones which are exciting and which will have real impact for patients.”

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