Science Square, Newcastle Helix
3-minutes on foot
St James Metro Station
8-minutes on foot
Newcastle Central Station
Under 1.5 hours by rail
Edinburgh & Leeds
18-minutes by road
Newcastle Airport
Under 3 hours by rail
London & Manchester
0191 814 2200
Weekdays between 9am – 5pm
Hire market research and testing facilities in Newcastle
Purpose-built suites for user testing, audience research & product development workshops
User testing and focus group suites, and co-design workshops available
One-way observation glass, plus built-in kitchen for product testing
State-of-the-art audio visual facilities in every space, and secure WiFi
Staffed reception, on-site cafe, fully accessible, city centre location
Based within The Catalyst - home to the UK’s National Innovation Centre for Ageing and the National Innovation Centre for Data
Brand new research suites in central Newcastle
Set in the heart of The Helix in Newcastle, The Catalyst is a dynamic facility with workspace designed for innovators developing products or services in the ageing and data sectors.
Our cutting-edge workshops, and state-of-the-art market research and product testing facilities are available for hire, along with our outstanding meeting and event facilities. We have a range of spaces suitable for any kind of event, including a cinematic 'TED-Talk style' theatre to seat up to 173 people, and flexible exhibition space.
Hire purpose-built market research and workshop facilities in the heart of Newcastle
Purpose-Built Research Facilities
Market research suites in the heart of The Helix, Newcastle
Ultra-fast, secure WiFi access
Professionally staffed reception
State-of-the-art audio visual facilities
On-site café and catering options
Panoramic views of the city
Central location with excellent transport links
Science Square, Newcastle Helix
3-minutes on foot
St James Metro Station
8-minutes on foot
Newcastle Central Station
Under 1.5 hours by rail
Edinburgh & Leeds
18-minutes by road
Newcastle Airport
Under 3 hours by rail
London & Manchester
The Insights Suite
World-class market research and product testing facilities, with space for focus groups and user observation.
- Observe focus groups through one-way glass
- UHD television display and writing surface wall
- Built-in kitchen for product testing and user comfort
- PTZ remote broadcasting cameras and ceiling microphones
- Talk back functionality, streaming box, and webcam
Stunning Meeting Rooms
Make an impression on stakeholders and delegates with our choice of premium meeting spaces at The Catalyst.
- A range of flexible meeting and collaboration spaces
- State-of-the-art audio visual technology in every space
- Central Newcastle location with excellent transport links
- On-site cafe and bespoke catering options available
- In-person event support from our expert team
Theatre & Event Spaces
A 'TED-Talk style' theatre and flexible event spaces, ideal for screenings, presentations, ceremonies and conferences.
- Our bespoke theatre offers seating for 173 delegates
- A range of versatile presentation and exhibition spaces
- State-of-the-art audio visual technology in every space
- Individual charging and USB ports, and ultra-fast WiFi
- Luxury furnishings, on-site cafe, and panoramic views
The Decision Theatre
A space to collaborate and visualise data in different ways, The Decision Theatre is ideal for co-design workshops.
- Flexible workshop space with versatile layout options
- Ideal for iterative analysis and narrative development
- State-of-the-art audio visual technology and secure WiFi
- Breakout spaces, on-site cafe, and bespoke catering options
- Outstanding location in Newcastle City centre
Specialist Office Space
Flexible, private offices and workspace, designed for innovators in the data and healthy ageing sectors.
- Brand new furnished office spaces for up to 28 people
- 24-hour access, based at The Helix in Newcastle
- Premium Bridge Fibre broadband connectivity available
- Part of an innovative community of data and tech specialists
- Access world-class research and event facilities on-site
"The Catalyst is amazing with a really great ecosystem. There’s lots of meeting rooms with video conferencing technology, which is perfect for meeting remotely. It’s particularly exciting to be working alongside the National Innovation Centre for Data, which links in really well with the new Data Analyst and Data Technician apprenticeship programmes we’re introducing this year."
Scott Urwin
Baltic Apprenticeships
"Urban Foresight moved into The Catalyst to support the next phase of our company’s growth. It’s fantastic to be at the heart of this flagship development and to play a role in the next phase of Newcastle Helix. We’re also delighted to be co-locating with other companies that share our passion for data driven innovation and commitment to people-centric products and services."
David Beeton
Urban Foresight
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