Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about your Induction Day? It's likely to be answered below but if you're still unsure, email us via events@dbl.d3ip.io and we'll get back to you asap.

You can find us at:
Defence BattleLab
Dorset Innovation Park
Winfrith Newburgh
DT2 8ZB

Google Maps: Search 'BattleLab'
Apple Maps: Search 'Dorset Innovation Park'
Waze: Search 'battlelab'
Here Maps: Search 'Oak Road, Wareham'
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TRAVELLING BY CAR: Dorset Innovation Park is accessed via the Burton Cross Roundabout (A352). Once past the gatehouse, take the third exit at the roundabout and the carpark is on the left in front of the Defence BattleLab. The park is not accessible via Gatemore Road.

TRAVELLING BY TRAIN: A regular rail service operates between Wool Train Station and London Waterloo. Wool Train Station is a five-minute drive/ 10-minute cycle/ 40-minute walk from Dorset Innovation Park. Local pre-booked taxi services are available from the station, as well as the local Beryl bike hire scheme.

Access to Dorset Innovation Park is managed by a third party, who require you to bring photographic ID. However, only visitors named on the registration form will be permitted onto the park.

Accepted forms of ID: 

  • Passport
  • Driving license
  • MOD ID
  • Police ID
  • CSCS card

When you arrive at the Defence BatteLab, you will be required to sign in at the front desk and will be issued with a visitor pass. This must be returned to the front desk on leaving the BattleLab.

This event is an in-person only event.

There are a number of hotels and B&Bs within 45 minutes of Dorset Innovation Park. We recommend the following local options:

  1. The Countryman Inn, East Knighton:
    A welcoming and cosy country inn located six minutes away from Dorset Innovation Park. To receive preferential rates of £85 per night please book direct and quote 'Battlelab'.
  2. Kingston Country Courtyard, Kingston:
    A charming Purbeck B&B located 25 minutes away from Dorset Innovation Park. To receive preferential rates of £89 per night please book direct and quote 'Battlelab'.
  3. Little Court, Dorchester:
    An Edwardian country house located 25 minutes away from Dorset Innovation Park. To receive preferential rates of £99 per night please book direct and quote 'BattleLab'.
  • Toilets
  • Showers
  • Kitchenette (tea & coffee-making facilities)
  • Printers
  • Offices, desks & conference rooms
  • Electric vehicle charging points
  • MOD NGN network

D3IP will supply lunch for this event. We use local delis and caterers who we know will provide a quality selection of lunch options. Please make us aware of any dietary requirements and/or allergies during your registration, or email event@dbl.d3ip.io in advance of the event.

Business casual is advised. Changing facilities and showers are available on site.