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Stretching across North Bristol and South Gloucestershire, the West Innovation Arc is the region’s largest and most strategically significant innovation district.

Rooted in over a century of aerospace and engineering excellence, it combines a globally recognised industrial base with a concentration of R&D assets, innovation infrastructure and major development sites capable of supporting long-term growth. 

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Parkway Station and surrounds

A mixed-use regeneration project masterplan, based around a strategic rail station, with direct links to London.

Investment proposition: 

The masterplan is a long-term vision (15+ years) that relies heavily on private-sector investment to unlock the value of the surrounding land across:

  • Commercial real estate (office and innovation hubs)
  • Residential development
  • Retail/hospitality and amenities
  • Infrastructure
  • End users
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Bristol & Bath Science Park

Bristol & Bath Science Park is a hub for science and technology businesses, offering space, flexibility and support to accelerate growth.

Investment proposition: 

Opportunity to purchase or develop plots for R&D, innovation and science-led commercial uses. Flexible opportunities for support and investors seeking space close to major research assets, specialist firms and transport links.

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UWE Campus Regeneration

The University of the West of England (UWE) campus presents a significant regeneration opportunity within the West Innovation Arc, centred on the reuse of a currently vacant exhibition and conference centre.

Investment proposition:

Leisure-led adaptive reuse opportunity, suitable for partnerships with operators, developers and institutional capital.

Potential for phased delivery, combining an activated leisure destination with longer-term commercial and residential investment opportunities across the wider campus.

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North Lyde Eco-Tech Village

North Lyde Eco-Tech Village could accommodate up to 2,000 new homes, with mixed-use economic development opportunities too, including an ‘extension’ of the Bristol & Bath Science Park.

Investment proposition:  

North Lyde Eco-Tech Village offers a flexible investment opportunity for institutional investors, developers and occupiers, centred on advanced manufacturing and AI-enabled growth sectors. It supports joint ventures, phased land deals and forward-funded delivery, alongside build-to-suit options for end users.

The scheme enables phased capital deployment aligned with demand, allowing investors and occupiers to scale over time while maintaining a coherent, high-quality masterplan.

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Interchange Park, Aztec West

Interchange Park (formerly known as Hempton Court) is the last site on Aztec West, totalling c.10 acres with an outline planning consent for 250,000 sq ft of offices.

Investment proposition:

Interchange Park offers a flexible final-phase development opportunity within Aztec West, suited to developers, funding partners and occupiers. The site can be delivered through design and build, pre-let or phased development, with scope for alternative uses subject to planning. Its consented position enables early delivery with reduced planning risk, while its location within an established employment cluster supports strong occupier demand and long-term value.

To discuss how we can help your business invest in Bristol & Bath, contact our team of experts.