7,500+
scientists, engineers and innovators
Harwell is a research and innovation supercampus, with world-leading facilities and teams pioneering advances in Energy, Space, Health and Quantum Computing.
£3bn
of scientific infrastructure
700
acres in Oxfordshire
250+
organisations on site
Over 250+ organisations on site
Technology and research are at the heart of everything Harwell does. A unique combination of world-leading research and technology facilities support teams and businesses to reach their full potential.
National Facilities
Our unique constellation of national facilities are part of a vibrant ecosystem, home to cutting-edge scientific instruments, businesses, institutes and expert teams advancing knowledge to solve complex problems.
The Clusters
Proximity sparks unexpected collaborations, breaks down barriers, and connects ideas
with people who can implement them, resulting in faster innovation and solutions that
wouldn’t emerge in isolation.
Latest events
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Science and innovationWIKA UK Metrology Experience Day
8th Jul
9:00 – 16:00 | Advance Training Centre, MRC Harwell, Harwell Campus, OX11 0RD
Join us for a high-energy day of precision, innovation, and insight as we…
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Science and innovationRAL Lecture – “The Demand for Qualified Women”: Women Mathematicians in Britain During WW1
25th Jun
14:00 – 15:00 | R22 Pickavance Lecture Theatre and Zoom Webinar
Come along to R22 Pickavance Lecture Theatre or join online to hear from…
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Campus life | Science and innovationHarwell Connect: RAL Particle Physics Department
9th Jul
15:00 – 16:30 | RAL Visitor Centre R100, Harwell Campus
** Save the date ** Step behind-the-scenes of one of the UK’s most…
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Life sciences and health | NextGenPractical Course on Nanobody Discovery Technology
26th Oct
12:00 – 17:00 | Rosalind Franklin Institute, Fermi Avenue, OX11 0QS + Online
A five-day practical course for early-stage researchers on how to discover and…
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NextGenPresence Under Pressure: Coping with Conflict
22nd Jul
12:00 – 13:00 | Quad Two, Rutherford Avenue, OX11 0DF
Some conversations are harder than others – giving difficult feedback…
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NextGenFascinating Talks: How to speak so people listen?
8th Jun
12:00 – 13:00 | Quad Two, Rutherford Avenue, OX11 0DF
Got great ideas but not always sure they’re landing? This lunchtime…
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Campus lifeWorld Cup Human Table Football Knockout
18th Jun
11:00 – 13:00 | The Quad, outside Lightbox
This year’s Harfest is kicking off with a knockout tournament to celebrate…
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Campus lifeHarfest 2026: Celebrate Summer with us
18th Jun
12:30 – 14:00 | The Quad, outside Lightbox
It’s that time of year again, the sun’s shining (we hope!), the birds are…
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Science and innovation | Start ups & scale upsSecuring Your Innovation: Protecting Your Competitive Advantage
17th Jun
10:00 – 14:00 | Satellite Applications Catapult, Electron Building, Fermi Avenue, Harwell Campus,, OX11 0QR
National security insights to help companies safeguard their innovation. Join…
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Science and innovationRAL Lecture: Black Holes – The Key to Understanding the Universe
11th Jun
14:00 – 15:00 | R22 Pickavance Lecture Theatre and Zoom Webinar
Come along to R22 Pickavance Lecture Theatre or join online to hear from…
The Light Project
The Light Project is a year-long celebration of 80 years of discovery at Harwell Campus, and the science that continues to shape what comes next.
Harwell is a powerhouse of research and development in space, clean energy, quantum computing and life sciences.
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