High Growth Centre University of Chester Thornton Science Park

Conveniently located on the University of Chester’s Thornton Science Park, close to J.14 on the M56, the High Growth Centre will support economic growth for over 100 current or pre-start high growth potential businesses by providing specialist incubation spaces, business support and access to specialist equipment to ensure an increase in their turnover and new jobs.

The project is valued at £8.8 million and has been co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the University of Chester.


High Growth Centre already provides:



· Bespoke business development expertise

· Market Research and Sales specialist advise

· Supply accessible chain development options and ideas

· Personalised IP and commercialisation advice

· Advice from the University of Chester Faculty of Science and Engineering

· IT Support


From late 2014 High Growth Centre will offer:


· 41 incubation/office spaces

· Opportunity to occupy fully serviced flexi lab spaces

· Access to Specialist equipment

· Meeting rooms and conference facilities

· 24Hr security and free parking