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As we celebrate Earth Day, Wrkspace is proud to reaffirm our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With six business centers located in Preston and Bolton – Old Docks House, The Watermark, No 3 Fulwood, Derby House, Hamill House, and St Peters House – we recognize the importance of creating a sustainable environment in the […]

Following our exciting announcement about our tenancy at Amounderness House, we thought we would recap the plans announced by Preston City Council which will ‘breath fresh air’ into our historic City. After a £200m investment and £24.98m awarded by the government from their ‘Towns Fund’ in 2021, Preston City Council announced their Harris Quarter focused […]

According to a global survey by Adecco, 50% of employers said they would not hire permanent remote workers. 75% of employees have said that their preferred way to work is a mix of office-based and remote working. So, what does this mean? Well, it shows that employers and employees value being in the office. But […]

Have you been scratching your head wondering which of our office solutions would work best for you? Whether you’re just starting out as a new business, a thriving SME or a growing enterprise, we have a solution which can help your business succeed. Virtual Offices Just think: You’ve just started your business and need somewhere […]

Researchers around the globe have found that a 4-day workweek could be the way forward. We are inclined to agree. The History of WeekendsThe typical Saturday-Sunday 48-hour weekend has only been around since the 1930s. Originally, Sundays were the only day off given due to it being a Day of Rest. However, in the late […]

We all know that 2022 was a hard year for businesses. So, how can we turn it around in 2023? Here are our top tips to help boost your business in the next 365 days… Ask yourself: “What do I want my business to achieve?” Make sure you have clear, achievable goals for your company […]

2022 has certainly been an eventful year We have lost a Queen, gained a King and had three Prime Ministers in Downing Street. We’re not going to forget it anytime soon. It has been a struggle for many businesses but 2023 is a new year with a new outcome. The past year saw many problems […]

What is the cost-of-living crisis?In the simplest terms: It is the increase in the cost of everyday items and services whilst wages remain the same. People have less money to spend on non-essential items, which in turn can impact businesses severely. Almost 72% of business owners are concerned that the current cost of living crisis […]

When we purchased Old Dock’s House back in 2017, we were keen to restore the iconic building back to its former glory. The building is one of Preston’s signature buildings, known for its art-deco design and iconic clock tower. Built in 1935, it was originally designed as administrative headquarters to the Port of Preston. It […]

Picture it: Traffic is awful, there are train strikes, and you don’t know how you are going to get to Manchester before 9:00. Well, we have the answer for you! Our brand new St Peter’s site provides all of the benefits of a Manchester office closer to home. Not that we’re biased or anything, but […]