The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) will relocate to a new base at Cambridge Science Park, taking a 17,160 sq ft first‑floor suite within Building 334, the society has agreed.
Deal and buildings
The lease was signed with Trinity College Cambridge, the founder and steward of the Science Park. Building 334 spans about 34,000 sq ft and has recently been refurbished to incorporate sustainability and flexible working features, including solar photovoltaic panels, LED lighting, updated heating and cooling systems, and enhanced shared amenities intended to support both office and research and development occupiers.
Following the move, the RSC’s existing premises at Thomas Graham House — a building of 65,758 sq ft — will be returned to the leasing market. Carter Jonas will handle marketing of that property on behalf of owner Brockton Everlast.
Advisers and statements
Carter Jonas acted as adviser to the RSC on the Cambridge Science Park deal, while Trinity College was represented by Bidwells.
“This move marks an important step in the organisation’s evolution – ensuring that we continue to serve our global community of members, volunteers and partners in ways that reflect modern working patterns, our commitment to sustainability, and our responsibility to steward charitable funds effectively. We are investing in the future of the RSC, so this move supports our people, strengthens our operations, and enables us to continue to deliver impact for chemistry and society.”
Local context and implications
The relocation keeps a nationally significant scientific learned society within the city’s principal technology and research cluster. For the Science Park, securing the RSC is notable both for the calibre of occupier and for the demand it demonstrates for refurbished, energy‑efficient space tailored to combined office and R&D use.
The decision to market Thomas Graham House creates a sizeable availability in the city’s commercial property market. That building’s return to the leasing market may present options for other charities, research organisations or companies seeking large central accommodation, and it will be closely watched by local agents and occupiers.
- New RSC suite: 17,160 sq ft (first floor), Building 334, Cambridge Science Park
- Building 334 size: 34,000 sq ft (refurbished with sustainability measures)
- Thomas Graham House: 65,758 sq ft — to be marketed by Carter Jonas for Brockton Everlast
| Property | Area (sq ft) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building 334 (RSC suite) | 17,160 | First floor; refurbished |
| Building 334 (total) | 34,000 | Includes PV, LED lighting, upgraded M&E |
| Thomas Graham House | 65,758 | To be marketed for lease |
For local employers and landlords, the move highlights continued appetite for modern, sustainable workspace in Cambridge’s innovation district. For the RSC, the society says the relocation will support evolving working patterns and stewardship of charitable funds while maintaining its operational base in the city.
Agents and companies seeking large, city‑centre premises will now be watching the marketing of Thomas Graham House closely as it comes back to the market.
