Events

  • 21st Appleton Space Conference

    ESA / ECSAT Conference Centre European Space Agency (ESA) Conference Centre Fermi Ave, Harwell

    The 21st Appleton Space Conference will be held on Thursday 4th December 2025 and celebrates the latest advancements in space science, Earth observation, and technology development. Academic and industry leaders from across the space sector will join to celebrate the latest research and developments and explore future opportunities. The talks are due to take […]

  • Legal Aspects of a VC Funding Round – Workshop with Taylor Wessing

    Harwell Innovation Centre Building 173, Curie Avenue, Harwell, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

    About this event Hosted by Harwell Innovation Centre In collaboration with Taylor Wessing. Join us for an interactive workshop led by James Homan, Partner in Emerging Companies and M&A at Taylor Wessing, as we explore the legal strategies behind venture capital funding rounds. Whether you're a founder, startup advisor, or investor, this […]

  • Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

    DiSH, Harwell Science & Innovation Campus Second St,, Harwell, Didcot, United Kingdom

    Get festive with a Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop Step into the festive spirit and join us for a cosy wreath-making afternoon on Wednesday 10th December at 3.30pm, hosted in the Tipi @ DiSH. Create your own stunning festive wreath surrounded by twinkling lights, mulled spices, and good company. Whether you’re crafting with colleagues […]

  • WALKABOUT for Innovators and Entrepreneurs

    DiSH, Harwell Science & Innovation Campus Second St,, Harwell, Didcot, United Kingdom

    WALKABOUT is like Parkrun for innovators and entrepreneurs. It’s an initiative spreading through the UK and beyond, with communities coming together in >30 cities. The format is simple. We get together, walk, with an optional drink in a local pub afterwards. It’s a new healthy way of networking. Come and […]

  • Christmas Carols in Lightbox

    Lightbox Cafe Bar Harwell Campus, Rutherford Avenue, Harwell

    Celebrate the festive season with a carol service in Lightbox Café. Bring your colleagues and get in the Christmas spirit. The afternoon will begin with a few festive piano favourites from Harwellian David Oriakhi (Element Six), followed by a carol sing-along for everyone to join in (lyric sheet provided). Date: Wednesday […]

  • Training Course: Visualisation & Quantification of Tomographic Datasets

    Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Fermi Avenue, Harwell Campus

    A 2-day training course covering theory and computer-based practical works using the Thermo Scientific Amira-Avizo Software. Date: Thursday 18 December – Friday 19 December Time: 09:00 – 17:00 Venue: Hamilton Room, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Visitor Centre, Harwell Campus Cost: £400 +VAT for academics, students, postdocs and government, £800 +VAT for industry. Lab/synchrotron X-ray tomography […]

  • Languages at Lunch

    Online

    Languages at Lunch have launched their Spring schedule of online language courses and bookings are already open. Groups are fun and interactive, led by enthusiastic, experienced tutors, with plenty of chance to practice speaking the language you have chosen. For busy people who can’t make all of the ten sessions, the […]

  • Harwell Book Club – January 2026

    The Quad Rutherford Avenue

    We’re delighted to announce that Harwell Book Club (in collaboration with Be Free Young Carers) has officially been running for 1-year! Thank you to all those who’ve joined and supported the club and continue to participate each month. We can now release the first title of 2026 – The Happiness Advantage (The […]

  • Seminars at the Franklin: Dr Francesco Boccellato

    Rosalind Franklin Institute Fermi Avenue, Harwell, United Kingdom

    The Rosalind Franklin Institute is welcoming Dr Francesco Boccellato on Thursday 15th January from 10:30 – 11:30. Talk title: Epithelial barrier homeostasis and response to infections. Book your place here (online attendance only) Abstract: The forefront of the gastrointestinal mucosa consists mainly of a continuous polarised epithelial monolayer, protected by mucus. This strong defence barrier […]

  • Cultivate Growth: Mighty Mindsets

    Grassroots Workspace 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

    About this event Speaker: Katy Tuncer, Horizon37 Lunch Provided | 🤝Networking Opportunity Whether you're scaling a startup, exploring new markets, or building leadership skills, this series offers something for everyone. RSVP now to secure your spot or reach out if you'd like more details. Looking forward to seeing you there!

  • Step inside the human BODY

    Quad Two Rutherford Avenue, Harwell Campus, Harwell

    An immersive light and science experience. Get ready for an evening of mind-blowing science, exploring the human BODY like never before. Journey through a series of spectacular “body zones”, from the beating heart and firing neurons to the eyes, lungs and cardiovascular system. Along the way you’ll encounter: a giant […]

  • Campus Orientation Tour – January 2026

    Satellite Applications Catapult Building Harwell Campus, OX11 0QR, United Kingdom

    New to campus? Curious about what happens across Harwell – from everyday sports and social activities to the incredible companies carrying out cutting-edge science and research? This short orientation tour is a great way to get a feel for it all. Date: Tuesday 27 January 2026 Time: 14:00 – 14:40 The tour […]