Find Group Work spaces for rent in London, UK

About London

Despite the gloomy weather and crowded streets, London is a city that everybody loves. No matter what your interest or age, visitors will be busy with so much to see and do. Tradition meets the modern times in this city that has everything.

As a global city, London is accessible from all around the world whether you are heading to London for work, you are just passing through or taking a specific vacation to the UK capital. London is easy to get around to see all the sites within the city or throughout England.

Even if you are not familiar with the Royal Family, checking out the palaces and royal gardens and landmarks need to be at the top of your list of things to do when visiting London. Only a short time in this city? Take a tour of the landmarks via bus or ferry along the Thames.

In case you're in London for a business trip, you'll find plenty of options for workspaces that you can hire for a short time. Read this guide for more information on getting a workspace that suits you in The Big Smoke.

Group Workspace Options in London

Ensuring you have everything you need before heading to your group workspace in London will guarantee that your desired outcome for the time is successful. London offers so many vendors to choose from for a variety of group workspace needs.

• SMART Boards
  When working in a small group, you want to make sure your time is effective. Keeping track of your ideas and plans from a group session is vital and there is no better way to do this than a SMART board. Diagrams, notes and mind maps can all be then printed from your board if hard copies are required. The other advantage of using a SMART board is that you can email your notes directly to those who need them before erasing the board and starting over. No handwriting or minute-taking is needed in these group sessions!
  
  
• Catering
  To make the most of the space you have hired, consider ordering your food and drink into your group workspace. Finding and ordering catering has never been easier with many options in London offering online ordering and delivery. If you are using your group workspace for a longer period, contact catering companies that hire out coffee machines in addition to providing delicious food. Coffee is the perfect drink to boost energy and creativity!
  
  
• Team-Building Activities
  All work and no play is not good for anyone. Make sure you and your group find a fun activity to do after working hard in your group workspace. Why not consider an activity you can do in the open air of London such as a scavenger hunt or survival games in one of the parks? Or consider heading to an escape room or a cocktail-making class.
  
  
• Printing Services
  Before your work session, you may want to print some handouts. Similarly, at the end of your time in your group workspace, you may need to print out your projects or proposals. Choose from one of the many high-quality and professional printing companies around London. To keep up with modern times, many offer the convenience of uploading your documents to their website. They will then print and deliver wherever you need them within 24 hours.

Group Workspace Companies in London

In a city as vibrant and populated as London, you know you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing the right companies and vendors that will complement your group workspace session.

• Hire Intelligence
  Hire Intelligence offers the hire of SMART boards as well as other equipment that will make your time in your group workspace organised. Make your booking online, and then the team at Hire Intelligence will deliver, set up and collect it once you are done.
  
  
• Social Pantry
  Working closely with corporate teams to provide exactly what they need is what Social Pantry prides itself on. Whether you are after a specially designed breakfast or lunch boxes to be delivered during your work sessions or full catering services, the team can ensure your dietary and food preferences are met.
  
  
• Team Tactics
  Team Tactics will provide nothing but fun in the great outdoors for your team. From treasure hunts to physical challenges, such as the Bear Grylls Ultimate Survival Challenge, you and your team will be laughing and getting fit while forgetting all about the work even for a short while.

Pros and Cons of Group Workspaces in London

To ensure you have an effective session in a group workspace in London, make sure you weigh up the pros and cons of your chosen city.

Pros

• Choice of places to stay
  Choose from quiet villages, or near the vibrant West End. You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing your ideal place in London to work.
  
  
• Public transport
  From the red double-decker bus to the underground tube network, getting around London from your group workspace is easy and reliable.
  
  
• Nightlife
  You will be busy during the day at your group workspace so take advantage of the amazing nightlife. Pubs, shows and clubs await your downtime in the evening.
  
  
• Landmarks
  There are so many iconic landmarks around Westminster and the City of London that you will need to make time for taking some photos during your stay.
  
  
• It has everything you need
  With all the services you need to make sure you have a successful group work session, London also boasts modern and vintage shopping and fabulous markets waiting to be explored.

Cons

• It’s gloomy
  Even the beautiful architecture and vibrant streets can’t fight the gloominess that often hangs around the city.
  
  
• It is polluted
  Even though the city has tried to combat this by reducing car traffic and encouraging cycling, the city is still quite polluted. If you don't want to encounter pollution during your work stay, try looking further from the city centre.
  
  
• It is not car-friendly
  The main city centre is not available for the average person to drive around. Parking is also limited, so you'll have to make use of public transportation to get to your workspace.
  
  
• It is expensive
  Eating out and shopping can be more expensive than in other UK cities. In the same vein, you'll have to shell out more for workspaces, catering and equipment.
  
  
• Too many tourists
  Because everyone loves London, it can be very crowded with tourists, so consider heading out away from the main centre after your group work session.

Famous Locations in London

• Borough Market
  Appearing in many films and TV shows over the years is Borough Market. As seen in Bridget Jones's Diary, you can see Bridget wander through it and head home to her apartment which is close by. Spend some time there after your group work is done to see the sites of this beloved movie.
  
  
• Australia House
  The diplomatic home of Australia in London is Australia House. This important building was seen and used in several Harry Potter movies, appearing as Gringotts, the wizarding bank that is run by goblins.
  
  
• Trafalgar Square
  There are so many movies that Trafalgar Square has appeared in. Appealing from young to old, Night at the Museum 3 sees the famous square lions come to life, while V for Vendetta sees a crowd of protestors heading through the square on the way to destroy parliament.