UP SPACE
Space to start or grow your business
UP Space is the home for founders, freelancers and teams who want somewhere professional and friendly to work, meet and create.
What you can find in UP Space
In one building, you can mix and match different types of workspace and services.
Serviced offices for teams and solo founders
Coworking and a business lounge for flexible work
Meeting and event rooms for workshops, interviews and client meetings
Private pods for video calls and 1-2-1s
Virtual office and mail handling for a professional address without a full office
studio facilities for video, podcast and content creation
You can start small and change your setup as your business grows.
Space options you can access today
These are the main ways you can use UP Space. During this transition phase, detailed information and booking details still live on the Startup Croydon site and the Creative Digital Lab site.
Serviced offices
Private, ready to use offices for individuals and small teams, with reception, utilities and shared facilities included.
- A fixed price inclusive of all services.
- Different sizes available depending on your team.
- Ideal if you want a stable base with flexibility to grow.
Coworking and business lounge
Flexible desks and lounge areas for individuals who want a professional place to work without a long term office contract.
- Good for freelancers, early stage founders and remote workers.
- Use it for focused work or as a base between meetings.
Meeting and event rooms
Rooms for team meetings, workshops, interviews and small events, with reception support and facilities.
- Private pods for 1-2-1s and video calls.
- Different room sizes for different needs.
- Catering and equipment available by arrangement.
Virtual office
A professional business address, mail handling and optional call handling, without renting a physical office.
- Ideal if you work from home but want a business address.
- Can be combined with occasional meeting room use.
Video and virtual studio
Studio space for video shoots, virtual presentations and content creation.
- Set up for filming, green screen or virtual backgrounds.
- Ideal for promotional videos, training content and online events.
- Your imagination is the only barrier with our studio facilities.
Podcast and videocast studio
Create professional podcasts, videocasts and audio content in our dedicated studio, now operated by JC Recording Studios.
- Ideal for solo episodes, co-hosted shows and guest interviews.
- Professional recording equipment, with expert support from the James Cunningham team.
Easy to reach, with everything close by
UP Space is based at Weatherill House in Croydon, close to transport links, food and services that make day to day work easier.
Good connections by tram, bus and rail
Nearby places to eat and grab coffee
Local services such as banking and shops
Parking options close to the building
How UP Space usually works
Tell us what you need
Give us a sense of how you work, how many people are involved and whether you need an office, coworking, meeting rooms, a virtual office or a mix.
We match you with space options
We suggest the space options that fit your stage and budget and answer practical questions about contracts, services and support.
Move in and get connected
You start using your office, coworking space or virtual office and you are introduced to what is happening across the wider UP ecosystem.
Adjust as your business changes
As your business grows or changes, we can explore different combinations of space, from virtual office to dedicated offices and studio time.
How SPACE connects with the rest of UP
UP Space is part of a wider ecosystem that supports your business beyond the physical building.
START
If you are at the idea stage or just starting out, START brings together programmes and mentoring to help you launch with more confidence.
GROW
If your business is already up and running and you want to grow, GROW connects you to funded support, incubator programmes and expert guidance.
CREATIVE
If you want to create content that stands out, UP Creative offers studio hire, podcast support and practical training to help you create with confidence.
NETWORK
Events, networking, mentors and a directory of trusted providers, the wider UP ecosystem around your business.
Not sure what SPACE would work best for you?
If you are not completely sure whether you need a private office, coworking, a virtual office or a mix, tell us a bit about how you work and we will suggest a sensible option.