Commercial Lab Space for Rent in Kent
Find laboratory space that fits your work, team and next stage of growth at Discovery Park.
Options include shared laboratory access, private labs, specialist containment environments and larger self-contained space. Tell us what the space needs to support, how much room you require and when you plan to move. The Discovery Park team will contact you to discuss your requirements and the most relevant options.
Tell us about your lab requirements
What kind of lab space do you need?
Shared laboratory access
For early-stage and smaller teams that need access to a serviced laboratory environment without taking a complete private unit.
Private laboratory space
For teams that need dedicated space, greater control over their working environment and room to establish a more permanent operation.
Specialist laboratory environment
For work that may require Cat 2, Cat 3, cleanroom or another defined technical specification.
Larger self-contained laboratory space
For established organisations considering a larger laboratory, technical area or combined laboratory and write-up requirement.
Laboratory options at Discovery Park
Laboratory requirements vary by activity, containment level, team size, and equipment. The options below provide a starting point for a conversation about the right space.
Access a serviced laboratory environment without committing to a full private unit. This option is intended for smaller teams that need shared facilities, specialist equipment and space to develop their work.
Dedicated laboratory space for organisations that need greater control over access, layout and day-to-day operation. Requirements for equipment, write-up space and possible configuration changes should be included in the enquiry.
Containment Level 2 laboratory space for work requiring defined biosafety controls. Suitability will depend on the planned activity, operating procedures and the specification of the available space.
A specialist contained environment for work requiring a higher level of biological containment. Technical suitability and access requirements must be reviewed before a space can be proposed.
A controlled environment for activities that require low airborne-particle levels. Include the required classification, process and equipment needs in the enquiry where known.
A controlled environment for activities that require low airborne-particle levels. Include the required classification, process and equipment needs in the enquiry where known.
Combine laboratory accommodation with adjacent write-up or office space so research, documentation and team activity can be managed in one location.
A laboratory has to work around your operation
- Laboratory formats for different stages of growth
- Containment and controlled-environment options
- Laboratory, technical and write-up accommodation
- Scope to discuss configuration and fit-out requirements
- 24/7 site security and on-site parking
- Science and technology campus in Sandwich, Kent
“Discovery Park has supported Inhalytic from our early days in a small lab to now scaling into larger facilities. We’ve gained access to valuable growth and networking opportunities, alongside excellent on-site facilities. Just as importantly, we’ve joined a community of like-minded tenants who genuinely support and help each other. This has all contributed to our success, and we would highly recommend it to other start-ups.”
What happens after you enquire?
- Requirement review
The team reviews the proposed activity, technical needs, approximate size and preferred move-in date. - Requirement discussion
The team contacts you to clarify the requirement and discuss the most relevant space and specification. - Commercial discussion and site visit
Pricing, rental terms and a site visit are discussed once a potentially suitable option has been identified.
Questions before you enquire
No. Describe the activity and select “Not sure” where needed. The technical requirement can be clarified during the initial discussion.
Potential changes depend on the building, the proposed activity, the technical requirements, and the commercial terms. Include any known fit-out or configuration needs in the enquiry.
A site visit can be discussed after a potentially suitable laboratory option has been identified