Science Park near Manchester
for innovation and growth
Why Sci-Tech Daresbury is the Perfect Science Park for Manchester-Based Businesses
If you’re searching for science parks in Manchester, Sci-Tech Daresbury offers the ideal combination of cutting-edge facilities and proximity.
Located just 25 miles from Manchester, Sci-Tech Daresbury offers world-class facilities including scalable research labs, flexible office spaces, and a thriving, collaborative business community.
While Sci-Tech Daresbury is not in Manchester itself, we’re perfectly positioned between Liverpool and Manchester for businesses looking to expand their reach or relocate to a science-driven environment.
Trusted by leading innovators
WHY MANCHESTER BUSINESSES
CHOOSE SCI-TECH DARESBURY SCIENCE PARK
WORLD CLASS FACILITIES
At Sci-Tech Daresbury, businesses gain access to a wide range of facilities, including advanced research labs, collaborative workspaces, and flexible office environments. Whether you’re working in life sciences, engineering, or digital technology, our facilities are designed to foster innovation.
HOME FOR LIFE
Through our “Home for Life” we also provide a home for scale-up companies who are growing quickly and therefore need a location that can meet their needs as they expand. Sci-Tech Daresbury can provide everything from a hot desk or flexible lab through to companies having their own building – all on the same campus.
EASY-ACCESS
Being just 25 miles from Manchester, Sci-Tech Daresbury offers easy access to the city while providing the benefits of a dedicated science park with all of the facilities, amenities and networks this brings. Many businesses in Manchester find that our location allows them to maintain connections in the city while taking advantage of our specialised resources and collaborative environment.
A COLLABORATIVE ECOSYSTEM
Over 150 companies from various industries call Sci-Tech Daresbury ‘home’, creating a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere where businesses share ideas and resources. This makes us an excellent choice for Manchester-based businesses looking to scale their operations in a supportive, innovation-driven environment.
CASE STUDY: HOW A MANCHESTER BUSINESS THRIVED AT SCI-TECH DARESBURY
Azinq, a growing IT products and services company specialising in the aviation sector, were looking for a more dedicated environment to provide greater collaboration with like minded businesses.
CHALLENGES FACED IN MANCHESTER
As a Manchester-based business specialising in IT products and services in the aviation sector, Azinq faced some challenges from their Manchester location:
LACK OF COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES ➔
While Manchester is home to many tech businesses, there was a lack of business support and collaboration opportunities.
TRANSPORTATION LINKS ➔
For Azinq, many of their team travel from Lancashire, Merseyside and Mid Wales so although Manchester offers some great transportation options Sci-Tech Daresbury was a much more convenient location.
SPACE CONSTRAINTS ➔
The company was growing quickly and needed more flexible office and lab space to accommodate its expanding team.
Azinq on moving to Sci-Tech Daresbury:
“Our relocation to Sci-Tech Daresbury has been a fantastic move for our business as the campus promotes innovation and growth at its core. We’re still so close to Manchester which allows us to maintain our roots in the city whilst benefiting from everything this science park offers. It’s the best of both worlds.”
— Chris Taylor, CEO, Azinq
HOW SCI-TECH DARESBURY SUPPORTS MANCHESTER BUSINESSES
Located just 25 miles from Manchester, Sci-Tech Daresbury provides quick access to the city’s infrastructure while offering a quiet, innovation-driven campus. You’ll be able to attract talent and partners from Manchester while taking advantage of a location specifically designed for science and technology businesses.
ACCESS TO INNOVATION AND COLLABORATION
Our strong ties with leading research institutions like the STFC provide businesses at Sci-Tech Daresbury with access to cutting-edge research and collaboration opportunities. Manchester companies benefit from these resources without needing to leave the North West.
FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS FOR GROWING BUSINESSES
Whether you need office space, serviced labs, or coworking spaces, Sci-Tech Daresbury offers flexible solutions that can adapt to your business as it grows. With close proximity to Manchester, your team can enjoy the best of both worlds – urban accessibility and a science-focused environment.
CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR MANCHESTER
Located just 25 miles from Manchester, Sci-Tech Daresbury provides quick access to the city’s infrastructure while offering a quiet, innovation-driven campus. You’ll be able to attract talent and partners from Manchester while taking advantage of a location specifically designed for science and technology businesses.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
HOW TO FIND US FROM MANCHESTER:
1. Start on the M60
From Manchester, head south on the A57(M) and join the M60 (Manchester Ring Road) following signs for M56/Manchester Airport.
2. Merge onto M56 West
After approximately 5 miles, take the exit onto the M56 towards Chester/Warrington. Continue on the M56 for around 15 miles.
3. Take Exit 11 for A56/A533 towards Daresbury
Take Junction 11 from the M56, following signs for A56/A533 towards Daresbury/Runcorn.
4. Follow the A558 to Sci-Tech Daresbury
At the roundabout, take the first exit onto the A558, continuing for about 2 miles. Follow signs for Sci-Tech Daresbury, and you’ll arrive at the Innovation Centre on Keckwick Lane.
VIEW AVAILABLE SPACE
View our available space at Sci-Tech Daresbury and see how our world-class facilities and innovation-driven community can help your Manchester-based business thrive.
