Chesterford Research Park is poised to unveil its latest bricks and mortar addition, the Sidney Sussex Building, later this year.
Spanning 55,764 sq ft of bespoke laboratory and write-up space, this cutting-edge facility is purpose-built to support life science ventures as they transition from start-up to scale-up.
Will Brown, Director at Cheffins, who is letting the building comments: “The building will offer best-in-class laboratory and write-up space, accommodating a wide range of requirements from 2,210 sq ft to 55,764 sq ft. With limited market availability for suites of this size, the building delivers exceptional flexibility. Designed to achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating and targeting an EPC ‘A’ certification, it sets a new benchmark for sustainability and innovation on the Park.”
Spaces tailored for scale-up success
The Sidney Sussex Building offers ten fully fitted R&D suites ranging from 2,210 sq ft to 8,309 sq ft across three floors.
Each suite is designed to meet the unique demands of growing companies, with laboratory spaces featuring solid vinyl flooring, benches with shelving and sinks, and fitted fume hoods, along with write-up areas that boast an open-plan layout.
The suites are designed to be interconnected, future-proofing and accommodating team expansion when recruitment drives launch.
A sustainable and innovative approach
This state-of-the-art facility aims to meet BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standards and is targeting an EPC ‘A’ rating, reflecting its sustainability credentials.
Green initiatives include photovoltaic cells, EV charging points, and a biodiversity net gain of 24%, achieved through measures like wildflower meadows and wildlife-sensitive lighting.
With 174 car parking spaces, including accessible and EV-only bays, the building is designed for convenience and eco-consciousness.
The 'bio-bridge' to future growth
The Sidney Sussex Building suites are the Park’s ‘bio-bridge labs’ - bridging the gap between the smaller units in Science Village and larger HQ level facilities - acting as a scale catalyst for companies on the rise.
For occupiers currently located at Chesterford Research Park as well as those re-locating from further afield the lab and write-up spaces present exceptional transformative space for ventures scaling operations.
A vibrant community of innovators
Chesterford Research Park is already home to an impressive roster of pioneering companies, including industry leaders like Arecor Therapeutics, Microbiotica, and Isomerase.
These companies span fields from advanced therapeutics to microbiome research and chemical biology. The Park's reputation for fostering cutting-edge R&D has made it a magnet for high-growth ventures seeking an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
Strategically positioned in the south Cambridge science cluster
Situated within 250 acres of picturesque parkland, Chesterford Research Park offers a tranquil yet strategically connected environment within touching distance of Cambridge.
The Park’s rural, yet convenient setting enables occupiers to concentrate on delivering groundbreaking research without the distraction and congestion of urban locations. The Park is within close reach of the M11 (five minutes to junction 9A) and the A11, with Cambridge city centre just a 30-minute drive away. Trains from Cambridge operate approximately every 30 minutes during the morning and evening commutes and at hourly intervals during the rest of the day. The journey time by rail from Cambridge to Great Chesterford is under 20 minutes. Central London is one hour away with trains running regularly from both Audley End and Great Chesterford stations.
Stansted and Heathrow airports are easily accessible for domestic and international flights. Stansted is 20 minutes away via the M11 and Heathrow is reachable in an hour and a half.
A dedicated daily commuter coach service from and to central and northern Cambridge, in addition to a daily shuttle bus service to and from Great Chesterford railway station enables a door-to-door commute for those working at the Park.
The Park’s Nucleus hub further fosters collaboration among life science professionals, offering communal meeting and eating spaces and modern amenities such as the gym.
Accelerating life science development
As the life sciences landscape continues to evolve, infrastructure that supports seamless growth phases is increasingly essential. The Sidney Sussex Building addresses a crucial gap in the market for high quality, adaptable lab and write up spaces catering to companies in their ‘step-up’ phase.
For leasing information and explore how the Sidney Sussex Building can help your company grow, please contact Will Brown at Cheffins Commercial department: will.brown@cheffins.co.uk, +44 (0) 7786 380 195 at Cheffins