📅 Tuesday, 12th May⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM 📍 Barclays Eagle Labs, Discovery Park
Coffee and Connect – an opportunity for networking and socialising with other tenants.
Event category: Discovery Park events
Join us at Discovery Park for a series of events tackling industry challenges through innovation and collaboration.
CCCU Computing at Discovery Park, Supported by Eagle Labs
Join us 23rd April and book a 30‑minute introductory meeting with an experienced academic from Canterbury Christ Church University to explore meaningful collaboration opportunities within our Computing subject area.
Learn how our expertise, facilities and student talent can support your work. These sessions are ideal for businesses seeking fresh ideas, research partnerships or enhanced engagement with emerging digital skills.
Recent examples of successful projects completed by our students in partnership with external businesses and organisations include:
- Bespoke Web-based Volunteering Matching Service
- R&D for the implementation of Salesforce CRM
- Process Improvements for Case Handling
- Database Integrations Using APIs
- Design and development of KPI Dashboards
- Prediction Algorithm using machine learning and AI
Our support is flexible, collaborative, and tailored to suit your needs, enabling you to co‑create impactful solutions and strengthen your connection with our graduates and future computing professionals.
Netwalk Networking
Join Us for the Netwalk Event – 10:30AM Start!
After the great success of our last few Netwalks, we’re bringing it back in June – travelling through the countryside into historic Sandwich town and concluding with coffee and informal networking at the Eagle Labs! We’ll meet at Innovation House at 10:30AM – grab a water bottle and get ready for a refreshing group walk.
This is an informal networking event designed to help you connect, collaborate and support other business owners, professionals and employees in a relaxed, friendly setting. It’s a great opportunity to promote your business, build valuable local connections across Kent and enjoy some fresh air while getting your steps in.
Pictures will be taken at this event. If you do not wish your picture to be taken, please let us know ahead of the event.
Community Garden Party
Thursday, June 18th from 11.00 am to 2pm GMT
Get ready to loosen up under the sun at the Community Garden Party – music, food, and friends await you at this soothing, communal event!
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NEBOSH General Certificate in Safety and Health
Date: 1st to 5th June 2026 (unit 1) and 8th to 12th June 2026 (unit 2)
Time: 9am to 4pm
The NEBOSH National General Certificate is the most widely recognised health and safety qualification of its kind. This course gives learners everything they need know and do to make their workplace safer. Upon completion, learners will be able to confidently carry out risk assessments, manage and minimise workplace risks, and support a health and safety culture.
All of Make UK’s CMIOSH tutors have years of experience delivering this course and can help support learners with their professional development, if desired.
Course Content
The course consists of two units, each separately assessed.
- NG1 (unit 1) – Management of health and safety which includes: Why we should manage workplace health and safety, How health and safety management systems work and what they look like, Managing risk – understanding people and processes, Health and safety monitoring and measuring
- NG2 (unit 2) – Risk Assessment which includes: Physical and psychological health, Musculoskeletal health, Chemical and biological agents, General workplace issues, Work equipment, Fire, Electricity
IOSH Managing Safely
Date: 28th to 30th September 2026
Time: 9am to 4pm
This three-day IOSH-approved safety training programme will give delegates the knowledge they need to help ensure safety in the workplace and prevent accidents. It is designed for managers and supervisors with responsibility for people or processes and will provide a basic, but broad and sound understanding of current health and safety requirements and principles. All of Make UK’s CMIOSH tutors have at least 10 years of experience delivering IOSH Managing Safely and this shows in our 100% delegate pass rate.
Course Content
- Responsibilities and accountabilities – requirements of managers with regards to health and safety
- Legal requirements – health and safety law
- Risk assessment – key steps and control strategies
- Health and safety management systems – benefits and key elements
- Accident causation and investigation – root cause and human factors
- Hazards in the workplace – identification and control
- Monitoring – using active and reactive measures to monitor health and safety performance
Discovery Park Suppliers Fair
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From 11 am to 2:30 pm
Come check out all the awesome suppliers at Discovery Park Suppliers Fair
Join us at the Science Suppliers Fair 2026, a dynamic showcase of cutting-edge products and services tailored to the needs of the scientific community. Hosted at Discovery Park House, this event brings together leading suppliers, innovators, and industry experts to present the latest technologies and solutions for laboratories, research facilities, and scientific enterprises.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
- Explore exhibitor stands featuring advanced equipment, consumables, and services.
- Engage with industry professionals and build valuable partnerships.
- Attend live demonstrations, product launches, and technical talks.
The fair is designed for scientists, researchers, procurement professionals, and science-based businesses looking to enhance their operations with the best tools and expertise in the field. Whether you are seeking innovative solutions or networking opportunities, the Science Suppliers Fair 2026 is an unmissable event for staying at the forefront of scientific progress.
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£1 Rediscovery Charity Sale
⏰ 10:00-16:00
Bag a bargain and make a difference! Our onsite charity shop is holding their increasingly popular £1 Sale – every purchase helps support the local community. Everyone welcome. Free parking at Discovery Park’s Visitor Centre.
If you’re having a spring clear out, the Rediscovery team would love your donations of pre-loved clothes (especially children’s), books, homeware and more. Drop off point at The Visitor Centre.
Christmas Fashion Show
📅 Thursday November 27th ⏰ Doors open 17:00 📍 The Gateway Building , Innovation House
Join us for a festive evening of fashion and fun, hosted by our onsite charity shop, Rediscovery. Witness the latest pre-loved trends strut down the runway, and get inspired by the creativity to make your festive wardrobe sparkle a little more.
We’re on the lookout for models (male, female, and children) to take part – if you’d like to get involved, please email ann.gibson@discovery-park.co.uk for more info.
Rediscovery are also seeking donations of pre-loved clothing and party dresses, so please dig out anything you may have and drop them at Discovery Park’s Visitor Centre at your earliest convenience.
Reserve your tickets online – £6.00 per ticket with payment on the door, and we accept card and cash. This also includes a drink. See you there!
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Christmas Market
📅 Wednesday December 10th ⏰ 11:30 – 14:00 📍 Gateway
After the success of the last two years, we will be opening our doors once again to both tenants and the local community for another festive Christmas market!
Whether you’re looking to gift shop, treat yourself to something special that you’re unlikely to find on the highstreet, or adding a touch more festiveness to your home, you’ll find plenty of inspiration waiting for you.
Entry is free, but please register here in advance.
If you’d like to have a stall, please fill in the Stallholder Information Request Form.
Free parking available at Discovery Park Visitor Centre.