If you’re a freelancer or a small business owner based in London who’s fed up with working from home but doesn’t want to commit to renting an office space, you’ll be glad to know there’s a solution: a coworking day pass!
What is a coworking space?
First things first: what is coworking, and what is a coworking space? Coworking refers to an arrangement when people, who are not usually from the same company, work together in the same place. A coworking space, then, is the location in which this happens. Coworking spaces have been around since the early 2000s, and have been growing in popularity ever since. It’s expected that there will be over 41,000 coworking spaces across the world by the end of 2024.
Why use a coworking space?
One of the biggest benefits of coworking spaces for freelancers and start-ups is that it’s a commitment-free space. You can simply show up to hot desk in a fully-furnished office with all the professional facilities you need, without any long-term commitment. There’s no need to worry about overheads or monthly contracts whilst you’re trying to secure new contracts – just rent a desk on an hourly or daily basis and focus on what you do best.
Hot desking in a collaborative space also offers a great opportunity for young businesses to make new connections and grow their network. You might even find new clients, or other small businesses to collaborate with on upcoming projects.
How can you rent a shared office space for a day?
It might sound too good to be true, but with coworking spaces, you can drop in and out whenever suits you. And because you’re not committed to one particular location, you can visit coworking spaces all over the city. Fancy exploring what East London has to offer? Or meeting friends in Shoreditch after work and want to work somewhere close by? Simply get a day pass for a coworking space in London and get down to business in a new part of town.
The best coworking spaces in London where you can get a day pass
From east to west, we’ve scoured the capital to find the best places for you to hot desk from.
Grosvenor Street
Just a stone’s throw away from Bond Street and Green Park tube stations, this coworking space is the perfect base if you’re looking for a place to work in Mayfair. You’ll feel right at home in this beautifully designed, stylish office, with plenty of breakout areas where you can grab a desk, pull up a chair, and get to work.
Clapham Common
You’re sure to feel inspired when you grab a day pass to this coworking space, with a roof terrace that looks out onto Clapham Commons’ 200 acres of green space. The office space spans multiple floors, with an in-office cafe so you can stay caffeinated. When you work from this space, you’ll be surrounded by a like-minded community of other small businesses.
Chalk Farm Road
Fancy working from Camden? Head to our stunning coworking space in the heart of Camden Market. A bright, plant-filled space, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a change of scenery from your home office – with the added bonus of being just minutes away from Camden’s best places to grab a bite to eat for lunch!
Foley Street
In the heart of stylish Fitzrovia, our Foley Street coworking space offers everything you need from super-fast WiFi to private phone booths for when you need to jump on a client call. There’s free coffee and snacks to keep you refreshed throughout the day, and plenty of other hot deskers to network with and learn from.
York Road, Waterloo
This incredible coworking space offers some of the best views in the city, including the London Eye and Big Ben – a sure-fire way to get you feeling inspired, even if you’re working on a boring task! The office space puts on plenty of events, from business-focused talks to fitness and wellness classes, which you can take part in as a visitor.
Ariel Way, White City
Located in the heart of White City, this coworking space is the perfect choice for those working in the media and fashion industries – or, of course, if you want to be within walking distance of Westfield for a spot of world-class shopping after work. You’ll have everything you need for a good day’s work, including super-fast WiFi and an on-site cafe.
Whitechapel High Street
This light and bright office space has a beautiful Art Deco colour palette and polished wood floors, creating a calming atmosphere that you’ll want to spend more than a day in. There’s a variety of different spaces to work from, including standing desks and quiet work areas, so you can choose one to suit your mood – jump into a quiet carriage for some serious focus, or opt for a more social area to mingle with fellow hot deskers.
Sheraton Street
Right in the heart of Soho, pop into this colourful coworking space when you want to bring out your creative side. Whether you’re a start-up, freelancer, or small business owner, this is a great space to work from, with a great array of different types of communal spaces for you to work from.
Coworking spaces are a fantastic option if you’re looking for a communal office space on a short-term basis. With the option to buy a day pass, you could choose a different coworking space in London every week! We’ve picked out some of our favourites across the city, but take a look at our other London coworking spaces to find one that best suits your needs.