Cambridge Science Park was established in 1972 on a 50 hectare greenfield site by Trinity College, Cambridge University. It is located on the rural-urban fringe and has over 65 tenants employing more than 2,000 people in scientific and research developments. The park has landscaped trees and lakes and is accessible by major roads and railway while providing amenities for employees like a health club, nursery, and restaurants.

1. Cambridge Science Park ~ development on the rural-urban fringe ~ Greenfield site

2. Cambridge Science Park Opened in 1972 Established by Trinity College, Cambridge University Over 50 ha landscaped with trees & lakes 65 tenants employing over 2000 people ~ many involved in scientific and research developments Science Parks ~ (an American idea) are occupied by hi-tech firms and have links with universities Business Parks ~ do not have university links and may include superstores, hotels and leisure centres So, why here????????????????????????

3. Cambridge Science Park A10 A 14 ~giving access to M11 …London Railway Farmland Housing estates Access to centre of Cambridge Car parks Landscaping

7. Facts about Cambridge Science Park Types of companies: Bio-medical Computer/telecoms Energy Environmental Financial & business Industrial technologies Park Life: Health & fitness club Transport & travel for work partnership Bar and restaurant Child care nursery Squash courts Cash machine Page 109 FWW Complete the sheet using C Produce a labelled sketch map to show the key features of CSP