Aurora Innovation Centre

A photograph of the Aurora Innovation Centre at British Antarctic Survey in Cambridge.

The Aurora Innovation Centre at British Antarctic Survey in Cambridge is a hub for collaboration.

Aurora’s mission brings together individuals, academics, and businesses whose expertise complements BAS’ to address global issues and help society adapt to a changing world.

Collaboration and community

The Aurora Collaboration Space, a feature of the centre, is a coworking area for those with a passion for the environment.

We have global, national and local. Our potential impact is strengthened by working in interdisciplinary partnerships.

We draw on the expertise of the public sector innovation family, such as:

The space provides members with a social working environment. We have colleagues from environmental science, engineering, and operations. We offer two membership options, with part-time and full-time rates.

The Aurora Collaboration Space provides amenities such as ergonomic desks, Wi-Fi, and a kitchenette. Members also receive discounted access to the centre’s wider facilities, including meeting rooms and a conference theatre.

Venue hire and facilities

The Aurora Innovation Centre also has a range of professional facilities for hire, including:

  • a 100-seat conference theatre

  • two 16-seat seminar rooms

  • four 8-seat meeting rooms

  • hot desks, through membership

The venue also provides on-site catering and access to a canteen.

A 360-degree walk around the Aurora Innovation Centre

Accessibility

The facilities have:

  • step-free access
  • accessible toilets on both levels
  • infrared assisted hearing equipment in the main conference and seminar rooms

Although we know we’re not fully accessible yet, we will do all we can to create an accessible and inclusive environment for everyone.

We have strict a non-discrimination policy.

Location

Aurora is located in Cambridge (CB3 0ET).

We are easily accessible by public transport and also have secure bicycle storage. A short walk from Aurora is the Madingley Park & Ride with charging bays for electric vehicles.