Planning permission approved for 100,000 sq ft lab space at 1-12 Magdalen Street, Oxford

Bidwells are appointed as project managers for the scheme, with work at 1-12 Magdalen Street is due to start in 2027 with a targeted completion in 2029.

Alongside a range of labs, the building will also feature dedicated conference and events space, including a ‘Showcase Lab’ in the heart of the development for OSE companies to make science and innovation more visible and accessible to younger audiences.

The development is a partnership between The Crown Estate, Pioneer Group and Oxford Science Enterprises. Perkins & Will have been appointed as Architect for the development.

Sam Potts, Head of Oxford at Bidwells said: “The 1-12 Magdalen Street development will provide world-class facilities in the heart of Oxford. Not only will high quality lab provision add to Oxford’s position as a globally leading science cluster, but provide a space for university spin-outs to innovate and for the local community to learn more about the ever-evolving sector. We are excited to begin works next year.”