Harwell Science and Innovation Campus has published Vision 2050, its plan for how the campus could grow over the next 20 years and more, and has opened a second public consultation on it. The announcement was made on 6 November 2026.
According to Harwell Campus’s announcement, the plan shows how the 700-acre campus can expand within its existing boundaries. The campus says it has delivered more than one million sq ft of laboratory, advanced manufacturing and workspace since 2020.
The consultation follows a first round launched in the spring. Feedback then covered everyday amenities, community access, sustainability and transport links. Jim Stretton, Managing Director of Harwell Campus, said: “Now, as we share these plans, we want to hear whether we’ve got it right.”
How to take part
Local residents, stakeholders and people who work on the campus are invited to respond. There are two ways to do so:
- View the plans and comment online on the Vision 2050 page.
- Go to a drop-in event at CO:LABS, Second Street, Harwell Campus, to see the plans in more detail, speak with the campus team and give feedback.
The drop-in events are on Thursday 10 December 2026 from 2pm to 8pm, and on Saturday 12 December 2026 from 10am to 2pm.
The announcement does not give a closing date for the consultation. Full details are on the Harwell Campus website.
