Coworking, Flexible, Event Space

Coworking and flexible space

Collaborate, connect and share ideas in coworking and flexible spaces in Ashford. Discover how you can find dedicated spaces, or drop in in our convenient locations across Ashford.

The Cornstore at The Coachworks

A shared office space, the Cornstore opened in 2019. It includes a co-working area, with desks available to rent on a flexible basis. Your membership will include a roaming desk, a chair, Wi-Fi access to facilities and utilities, kitchenette, break-out space, and much more.

It also includes individual studio spaces (different studio sizes available). This centrally-located workspace is perfect for creatives in Ashford and surrounding areas looking to leave their home office and join a collaborative work environment at competitive prices.

The Cornstore also offers a versatile studio space with adaptable areas for creating various types of content. This includes a recording studio, a videography and photography space, plus a meeting area, style and make up facilities and meeting space with conferencing facilities. For more details visit Coachworks Create.

Home to some amazing local small-medium businesses in studio spaces plus freelancers and businesses can rent desks in this trendy location.

For more information on rent prices and to become a member, head to The Coachworks website.

For directions the full address is Coachworks, Dover Place, Ashford, TN23 1HU.

Regus

Located at the Panorama in Ashford, Regus offers a range of modern, flexible workspaces to suit every business, from hot-desking to renting your very own office. All businesses will benefit from fully furnished and serviced workspaces, access to high-speed Wi-Fi and breakout areas and meeting rooms with 24/7 access for private office and dedicated desk users, whilst access for Membership users is limited to reception hours.

Flexible office space

You will find 55 private offices at Regus Ashford, available on a flexible basis. Choose a contract that works for you, from renting a private space for five days a month to getting unlimited access.

All offices are fully customisable, which means you can add or remove desks as needed to fit your needs. Prices starting from £150/person/month. Find out more on the Regus website.

Coworking space

If you don’t want to rent a private office space, their coworking membership will be perfect for you. With 14 desks available in their shared area, you can either book a dedicated desk available to you every day, or choose to their coworking membership, allowing you to book a desk only when you need it.

Coworking prices start from £19 a day with on-demand day office space available from £49 a day. Find out more on the Regus website.

For directions the full address is Regus, Panorama Building, Park Street, Ashford, TN24 8DF.

Kent Space Ashford

Located on the Kingsnorth Industrial Estate, Kent Space Ashford offers a range of offices available on flexible terms to suit all businesses, with quick access to both the International station and the M20.

Individual Offices at co-working prices

Kent Space’s individual offices are perfect for start-ups looking for all the perks of co-working spaces, whilst still enjoying a private workspace. You will get access to a private, fully-furnished and serviced office with on-site parking, whilst benefitting from communal breakout areas to meet with like-minded business owners and affordable rental prices.

These fully serviced offices can accommodate up to 10 people, making it a great option for SMEs looking for bigger premises on flexible terms. Offices range from 165 sq ft to 500 sq ft, are fully furnished and with access to private meeting rooms for confidential client meetings.

Fully-serviced offices

Kent Space Ashford provides fully furnished offices and coworking spaces with desks, chairs and drawer cabinets, 24/7 access, climate control with air conditioning and heating, meeting rooms, high speed WiFi, CCTV, alarmed suites with keyless access, daily cleaning, tenant events, reception and telephone service and lunchtime caterers. The coworking spaces can be booked on a daily or weekly basis. Find out more about Kent Space Ashford.

For directions the full address is Kent Space Ashford, Letraset Building, Wotton Road, Ashford, TN23 6LN.

Kent House Business Centre

Kent House Business Centre offers premium flex space solutions to businesses that can benefit from an eclectic mix of all-inclusive, affordable options within one inspirational business space.

Fully Serviced Managed Offices

Contemporary, fully serviced and managed private offices of varying sizes are available, alongside bookable meeting facilities and access to a spacious, stylish open-plan breakout and collaboration area. There are virtual office options too.

The hub offers a ‘big office’ infrastructure with the latest technology and modern amenities in a friendly and collaborative environment that will support SMEs and larger nationals. Find out more about flex space solutions, visit the Kent House Business Centre.

For directions the full address is Kent House, 81 Station Road, Ashford, TN23 1PP.

Kent House Business Centre, Kent House, Ashford
Kent House Business Centre

The Trading Post

The latest addition to the Ashford borough’s coworking spaces is The Trading Post in Tenterden. The complex is nearing completion and comprises four custom built buildings to help businesses of all sizes in the Weald of Kent find a new work home. Surrounded by gardens, the campus features a lake with a decking area, on-site parking, bike storage, as well as an Eatery for all your food and drink needs whilst working here. Offering coworking, 1 to 4 person studio pods, large private office spaces configurable up to 2,500 square feet, as well as meeting, conference and event rooms - they have plenty of space to help your business thrive.

The Trading Post is run in partnership with Fruitworks Coworking, a leading provider of coworking spaces in Kent. Users have access to high-speed internet, printing services, and fully equipped conference rooms. Coworking prices start with the 1 Day Package at £75 per person per month with private office space rents being in the region of £17 per sq ft.

Coworking spaces and room hires can be booked on The Trading Post website.

For directions the full address is The Trading Post, Ashford Road, St Michaels, Tenterden, TN30 6SP.

The Trading Post, Tenterden
The Trading Post, Tenterden
The Trading Post, Tenterden
The Trading Post, Tenterden

Jasmin Vardimon Company, JV H.O.M.E

JV H.O.M.E (Creative Enterprise Quarter) has a large commercial room to rent for an office or studio. The private entranced room allows an organisation to move in and create alongside the Jasmin Vardimon Company offices. It has shared kitchen facilities and meeting room use, ideal to build a collaborative office.

Discover more about the Jasmin Vardimon Company’s creative space hire in Ashford.

JV H.O.M.E creative space
JV H.O.M.E creative space

Meeting and event space

Ashford Designer Outlet

The Ashford Designer Outlet offer three conference rooms with free parking and EV charging. Appledore, the largest conference room can accommodate 60 people. In addition, there is all day, refillable tea, latte and cappuccino with breakfast, lunch and dinner available on request.

All rooms, Appledore, Wye and Brabourne are equipped with a large presentation screen. Integrated Poly video conferencing is available in the Appledore and Brabourne rooms, free Wi-Fi, a flip chart, stationery, a computer keyboard and mouse, air conditioning, natural light and private and accessible bathrooms available.

Ashford Designer Outlet is located just off junction 10 of the M20 and next door to Ashford International Station, just a five minute walk from the station international side exit.

The Outlet are offering a 50% off room hire for a first booking for new clients - please quote ABCNEW1. To find out more or to book a conference room, please contact the Guest Experience team.

Appledore Conference Room, Ashford Designer Outlet
Appledore Conference Room, Ashford Designer Outlet

The Ashford Cinema

The Ashford Cinema is a multifunctional event and meeting space. The facilities suit whether you are looking to hold a small private meeting, a large-scale conference, or a full venue takeover. The fully accessible auditoriums have stages, 4k projection systems, digital sound, integrated spotlights and full remote connectivity to present from any device in high definition.

Auditoriums range in size from 80 to 230 with the function being the perfect fit for 2 - 30 guests. There is also a private function room equipped with plasma screen and projector that can host anything from a board meeting to a yoga class and spacious public area for more relaxed meetings and get togethers.

In addition there is a full service kitchen, cafe and bar can cater for any event of any size serving freshly prepared hot and cold food, a wide range of drinks are available to pre-order or pay as you go on the day of your event and our experienced team can host cocktail receptions with roaming canapés to give your event that extra touch.

Visit The Ashford Cinema website to find out more.

Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce

The Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce offers professional and fully equipped meeting and conference rooms in Ashford, a flexible venue for businesses of all sizes. Whether you need a space for a small team meeting, a workshop, or a large conference, their facilities cater to a wider range of business event requirements.

Find out more on the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce website.

Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce
Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce

The Yard

The Yard includes an outdoor bar and street food vendors, alongside an event space for to watch live sports or film screening. You will be able to enjoy a refreshing pint from The Yard Bar whilst eating a delicious pizza from Il Pakkero, mouth-watering Greek food from Wild Souls Kitchen or spice up your taste buds with momos from Khaza. The Coffee Shed also serve fresh brews, salads and sandwiches from 8am until 2pm.

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The Yard at the Coachworks - Credit: GG Archard

The Hot House

After opening in December 2019, the Hothouse is located in the former Ashford Youth Theatre. This trendy location features quirky creative businesses, a recording studio and an event space with a bar where people can come and enjoy a great day or night out, private party or corporate event

The Hot House at the Coachworks in Ashford
The Hot House in Ashford - Credit: GG Archard