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About BIPC

History

Formed as a result of Southampton City Council’s partnership with the British Library, The Business and IP Centre (BIPC) Southampton is a dynamic and innovative entrepreneurial hub located on the first floor of Southampton Central Library – in the Civic Centre.

Our aim

The aim of the centre is to provide much needed free support entrepreneurs and SME’s in Southampton, helping people and businesses thrive.

Our vision

Our vision is to create a place where the dignity, ideas and creativity of people are respected and celebrated.

How to get here

Take the Bluestar Number 17, 18, 4 or 7 to the Art Gallery/Civic Centre.

You can also take the First Bus Number 3 and 2.

Civic Centre Rd, Southampton, SO14 7LW. We are open Monday to Friday 10:00 – 17:00

You can find us on the first floor of the library.

Bus

Partners

Business & IP Centre Network British Library
Southampton City Council
RSA
D Young & Co Intellectual Property
Institute of Patentees and Inventors
DNA Six
Create
Breakthrough Public Speaking

Contact BIPC

Phone

+44 23 8254 5978
+44 23 8254 5979
+44 23 8254 5969