Canmoor and Tristan Capital Partners have launched Phase 2 of South Cambridgeshire’s Accelerator Park to the market. Joint letting agents DTRE and Bidwells hosted a breakfast event for 40 agents on 22nd May to showcase the three, brand new, Mid-tech buildings which have now achieved Practical Completion.
An exciting campus for innovative R&D, tech and production uses, Phase 2 of Accelerator Park offers three GMP ready, R&D / life sciences buildings, totalling 86,300 sq ft, ranging from 20,000 to 35,000 sq ft. Designed by Hale Architects, the new, high-tech buildings provide warehouse space with 10m eaves height, along with high percentage of space fit for labs/offices on ground and first floors, with 136 car parking spaces, EV charging and secure cycling spaces.
Accelerator Park is located in Sawston, at the heart of the established biotech cluster, approximately 7 miles south of Cambridge city centre. The research establishments at Babraham Campus, Wellcome Genome Campus and Cambridge Biomedical campus are all close by, as well as the recently completed South Cambridge Science Centre that sits adjacent to the Phase 2 development. The area is already home to numerous life science and technology companies, and current occupiers at Accelerator Park Phase 1 include Echion Technologies, Immaterial and Pulpex.
With ESG high on the agenda, the development’s sustainability credentials include BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC A ratings, with EV charging, PV panels, enhanced site-wide biodiversity, zero waste to landfill, and a rich, landscaped environment for occupiers to enjoy.
Sam Walker, Director of Canmoor, says: “We are delighted to have completed the development of Phase 2 at Accelerator Park in only 11 months. This high-quality business space provides hybrid flexible accommodation for cost conscious occupiers wanting to be part of this thriving South Cambridgeshire life science cluster.”
Max Bryan of Bidwells says: “As well as providing top quality space, Accelerator Park is strategically located to access to the wider motorway and A-road network being situated adjacent to the A505, providing immediate access to the M11, A11, A1(M) and A14. The prime location already boasts a vibrant blend of both global brands and local technology-based companies, and Phase 2 has been designed to suit a range of occupiers.”
Jamie Green of DTRE adds: “Accelerator Park has been designed to foster a collaboration among like-minded businesses and individuals, with Phase 2 continuing this approach. The surrounding area is also undergoing rejuvenation with the recent completion of South Cambridge Science Centre which offers new life science labs as well as construction of the new Cambridge City Football Stadium and training facilities. This will provide communal sports facilities, café and conferencing once fully operational. The community benefits also include an onsite café and a private gym, within Canmoor and Tristan’s ownership.”
Phase 1 of Accelerator Park comprises a modern campus of 13 highly specified units built in 2018, suitable for a variety of R&D and production uses. Echion Technologies now occupy five adjoining units whilst Pulpex, who manufacture sustainable pulp bottles, occupy the largest unit of 20,000 sq ft. Other occupiers in the ownership include Immaterial, Biocair and Cambridge University Hospital NHS.
DTRE and Bidwells are joint letting agents for Accelerator Park.