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Celebrating 40 years of The Oxford Trust

Science Oxford is part of The Oxford Trust, marking its 40th anniversary in September 2025. Founded in 1985 by Oxford entrepreneurs and philanthropists the late Sir Martin and Lady Audrey Wood, The Oxford Trust has spent four decades supporting innovation, inspiring young people in STEM, and connecting science with enterprise. Watch our short film to find out more about the Trust’s journey, and here’s to the next chapter!

It is a celebration of the vision of our founders, Sir Martin and Lady Audrey Wood, and the thousands of people, children, and companies who have been part of our journey over the past four decades.
Featuring interviews with our CEO Steve Burgess, directors Nicki Campling, Francesca MacLennan and our Chair John Boyle, the film brings to life all that we do, supporting innovation and enterprise, to inspiring the next generation through Science Oxford.
Film by Burst.

Find out more about The Oxford Trust.