Coworking Space Bedford
Securing a dedicated desk in our professional Coworking lounge is perfect for entrepreneurs who want to minimise overhead while enjoying the collaborative atmosphere of “colleagues” nearby. Wrest Park Business Centre offers a premier coworking space in Bedfordshire as an economical solution for business growth, ideal for individuals and teams transitioning from home working who want to separate their home and work life while keeping costs down.
Key Features and Coworking Space Amenities
A dedicated desk in our professional Co-working lounge at Wrest Park Business Centre includes:
- All utilities covered – heating, lighting, maintenance, and cleaning
- A manned reception to greet your clients, operating Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Complimentary business directory & website listing
- Full access to breakout spaces & convenient parking. We offer over 400 free parking spaces on our campus.
- Reduced rates for meeting room reservations (25% discount off standard pricing)
- Regular invitations to our community networking events
- High-speed Ultrafast fibre broadband / Wi-Fi connectivity
- Telephony – Personal local number with telephone calls at local/national** rates under our “fair use” policy (mobile, specialist and premium rate calls are chargeable).
- Access to our onsite café, The Avenue Kitchen, for hot and cold food and drinks.
- Full disabled access compliance and onsite shower rooms for your convenience.
Pricing and Membership Options
We offer clear, flexible pricing to suit your needs.
Dedicated Desk Membership
- Price: £199 + VAT per month.
- Deposit: A fully refundable deposit of £199 is required.
- Details: This membership offers the consistency of your own desk while maintaining flexible terms with no long-term contract restrictions. It is the perfect solution for those who need a permanent, professional base.
Hot Desking Availability
For maximum flexibility, our hot desking option allows you to rent a desk for as little as 4 hours.
- Half Day Pass (4 hours): £10 + VAT
- Full Day Pass (8 hours): £15 + VAT
- Includes: Ultrafast fibre broadband, free scanning, free onsite parking, and access to the café, kitchens, and breakout areas, plus 10% off all meeting room hire.
- Free Trial: A complimentary half-day trial is available, subject to availability.
Why Choose Wrest Park for your Co Working Needs?
Unlike Bedford Heights or other town centre facilities, our unique campus environment offers significant advantages.
- Extensive Free Parking: We provide over 400 free parking spaces, removing a common headache associated with city centre locations.
- Comprehensive Hub: With an on-site café (The Avenue Kitchen), meeting rooms, and breakout lounges, we have created a complete workspace hub.
- Value for Money: Our affordable £199 monthly membership includes telephony services and a 25% discount on meeting rooms—perks that many competitors do not offer.
- Growth Focused: Wrest Park is a complete business centre, not just a co working hub. We support companies as they grow, offering a full range of flexible workspace solutions including day offices, virtual offices, and fully serviced offices, allowing you to work and expand seamlessly.
Community and Networking
Our vibrant business community includes regular networking events, such as our “Coffee & Connect” mornings, connecting you with partners across various industries. The reception staff provide a professional first impression for clients, and our options – ranging from virtual office services to fully serviced offices – allow you to scale without needing to relocate. Whether you are transitioning from home working or expanding your team, our flexible workspace solutions adapt to your business growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Bedford coworking membership includes all utilities (heating, lighting, and maintenance), operated reception services, dedicated ultrafast fibre Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, and access to breakout areas. You will receive a personal local telephone number, business directory listing, and invitations to networking events. Unlike basic hot desk arrangements elsewhere, our facility includes shower rooms, full disabled access compliance, and proximity to transport links, including direct Thameslink services to London.
We offer maximum flexibility for individuals and teams. Our hot desk options starting from £10 (half-day) to £15 (full day) are perfect for those who want to work alongside like-minded professionals without a long-term commitment. Our dedicated desk membership, at £199 per month, provides consistency while maintaining flexible terms with no long-term contract restrictions. For those who need to furnish a larger area, private offices and day offices are available for teams that need more collaborative space, allowing you to seamlessly grow your business from shared office space to private facilities.
Our Bedford’s location combines the best of accessibility and environment. We are perfectly positioned between Bedford and Luton, with direct transport to London in 45 minutes and easy access to the local airport. The parkland setting provides natural greenery for mental wellbeing – a stark contrast to urban facilities. With the Bedford i-lab innovation hub nearby and connections to dynamic business communities across Bedfordshire, you will collaborate with diverse professionals while enjoying peaceful surroundings that enhance productivity.
Absolutely. Our coworking environment caters to a variety of preferences – from open collaboration areas for team projects to quiet zones for focused work. With onsite facilities including a café, meeting spaces, and wellness amenities, perhaps even an onsite gym or a space like the Verve Wellness Studio, you can choose your optimal working style throughout the day. The blend of shared and private spaces, combined with excellent amenities and transport links, creates an environment where professionals thrive while maintaining the unlimited flexibility modern businesses demand.