Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Since opening its doors in March 2022, officially launched by British astronaut Tim Peake, Space Park Leicester has rapidly established itself as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and discovery in the global space sector.
This film explores the journey so far — bringing together world-class facilities and, more importantly, the brilliant minds driving forward research, industry partnerships, and real-world impact.
Featuring insights from:
- Alex Wheldon, Head of Strategic Communications and Marketing
- John Holt, Scientist and Research Engineer
- Mark Sims, Professor of Astrobiology and Space Instrumentation
In 2026, that momentum continues. The Fluorescent Deep Space Petri-Pod successfully launched to the International Space Station on Saturday 11 April, carrying pioneering research into orbit.
youtu.be/vE7YmawUPRE
And in May, the highly anticipated SMILE mission will launch — further demonstrating the global impact of the work taking place here in Leicester.
youtu.be/ANTdWYvHehs
From cutting-edge laboratories to collaborative workspaces, Space Park Leicester is designed to bring academia and industry together — accelerating innovation and shaping the future of space exploration and technology. But at its heart, this is a story about people. The researchers, engineers, students, and partners who make Space Park Leicester a thriving, forward-thinking community.
Discover how we’re building the future of space — together.
Since opening its doors in March 2022, officially launched by British astronaut Tim Peake, Space Park Leicester has rapidly established itself as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and discovery in the global space sector.
This film explores the journey so far — bringing together world-class facilities and, more importantly, the brilliant minds driving forward research, industry partnerships, and real-world impact.
Featuring insights from:
- Alex Wheldon, Head of Strategic Communications and Marketing
- John Holt, Scientist and Research Engineer
- Mark Sims, Professor of Astrobiology and Space Instrumentation
In 2026, that momentum continues. The Fluorescent Deep Space Petri-Pod successfully launched to the International Space Station on Saturday 11 April, carrying pioneering research into orbit.
youtu.be/vE7YmawUPRE
And in May, the highly anticipated SMILE mission will launch — further demonstrating the global impact of the work taking place here in Leicester.
youtu.be/ANTdWYvHehs
From cutting-edge laboratories to collaborative workspaces, Space Park Leicester is designed to bring academia and industry together — accelerating innovation and shaping the future of space exploration and technology. But at its heart, this is a story about people. The researchers, engineers, students, and partners who make Space Park Leicester a thriving, forward-thinking community.
Discover how we’re building the future of space — together.
