More than a workspace – a community built for innovation
The right environment can make all the difference when it comes to innovation. At Farm491, workspace is designed to do more than house businesses — it is built to bring people together.
Located on the campus of the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) at the purpose-built Alliston Centre, Farm491 offers flexible workspace for entrepreneurs, start-ups and established organisations working in land use innovation, food and farming.
Designed for How Innovators Work
Farm491 provides the space to work, meet and network with:
- co-working desks and private offices
- meeting rooms and event space
- knowledge exchange and networking events
Whether you are working independently or as part of a growing team, our space adapts to you needs, as well as offers strong, digital and geographical connectivity within the picturesque grounds of the RAU in Cirencester.
More Than a Desk
What sets Farm491 apart is the community within the space. Members benefit from day-to-day interaction with people working on complementary challenges – from AgriTech and data to sustainability and environmental science.
These informal connections often lead to collaboration, shared problem-solving and new opportunities. It is a place where conversations can turn into partnerships.
These connections are further facilitated by the numerous events we host within the Alliston Centre, from networking and talks to conferences and workshops, as well as our access to leading academics, policy experts and investors, setting you on new paths to growth.
A Home for Innovation
Farm491’s workspace supports focus, creativity and collaboration – providing an environment where innovation can thrive. For those working on the future of land use, food and farming, it is a place to belong, connect and grow.
Keen to see this for yourself?
Get in touch with the Farm491 team to arrange a tour at farm491@rau.ac.uk.