Holborn

Looking for office space to rent in Holborn?

In the heart of central London, with excellent transport links and amenities, it’s no wonder Holborn office space is so desirable.

So, what is the cost of renting an office space in Holborn?



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ABOUT

Located in Midtown London, in the North-West borough of Camden, Holborn’s central locations boasts short walking distances to Covent Garden, Tottenham Court Road, and Chancery Lane, meaning you have access to a multitude of shops, eateries, entertainment right on your doorstep. Set in the heart of London, Holborn is an area of cultural significance, surrounded by historic monuments, landmarks, museums as well as legal significance being home to two of the four Inns of Court: Gray’s Inn and Lincoln’s Inn.

Despite its legal background, this Midtown location also attracts businesses within all industries, big and small – with major corporations such as Sainsbury’s and Mitsubishi choosing to rent office space in Holborn. With a lively atmosphere and great connectivity, position your business at the center of it all with a Holborn office space of your own.

Get in touch with our team of expert London office rental agents for more information on property in the area.

NEARBY BOROUGHS

Holborn is a busy and exciting area of London with a mix of large companies as well as fledgling startups. An area, steeped with culture, it’s an interesting and diverse place to work.

If an office in Holborn isn’t the perfect fit for you, consider the neighbouring boroughs of City of Westminster (to the west), Islington (to the north), Hackney (to the northeast), Tower Hamlets (to the east) or City of London (to the south).

TRANSPORT LINKS

Holborn has excellent transport links, Holborn station is a Central line and Piccadilly line station, within Zone 1 both within walking distance of each other. Other local stations include Covent Garden, St Paul’s, Farringdon as well access to City Thameslink. Holborn is also well served by other forms of public transport — buses including 8, 19, 25, 38, 55, 242, Santander bike stations, and the river bus from Blackfriars Pier open up other parts of London, particularly those on the South side of the Thames.

Journey times from Holborn by tube:

  • Oxford Circus – 6 mins
  • Kings Cross – 7 mins
  • Bank – 8 mins
  • Liverpool street – 11 mins
  • Paddington – 25 mins

Nearest airport:

  • London City Airport (9 miles)
  • Heathrow airport: Around 1 hour away

The Holborn Office Space Community

PLAYTIME

In an area as central as Holborn, you’ll never fall short of things to do – whether that’s eating, drinking, shopping or just taking in the culture, you can do it all in Holborn.

Refresh on your lunch break at Lincoln’s Inn Field, a luscious green space perfect for picnicking and people-watching. Soak up the culture and find inspiration at The British Museum or a venture around Charles Dickens childhood house. Take a walk to Drury Lane to entertain clients with a West End show or catch a premiere at Leicester Square’s famous Odeon.

Travel back in time in one of the areas many Victorian boozers, like Ye Olde Mitre or Cittie of Yorke, or the slightly more modern 1950’s inspired pizza restaurant and bar Bounce fitted with neon ping pong tables and board games. For a more upmarket meal and some amazing pies, try British Brasserie Holborn Dining Room. Wherever you head to in Holborn, your staff and clients are sure to be well looked after.

HOW DO I FIND OFFICE SPACE TO RENT IN HOLBORN?

Want to make Holborn the home of your business? Our office relocation consultants are experts in matching businesses with the right Midtown office spaces for them. Browse our portfolio of commercial properties or tell us exactly what you’re after with a bespoke office search. Over the years we’ve helped many businesses make their move – and with our experience, knowledge of the market and buying power within it, we want to help you do the same. From relocation consultancy, to building surveys and dilapidations – our friendly team can assist you each step of the way – even project managing your final office fit out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holborn a good place to locate a business?

With a convenient location, Holborn has excellent transport links including several tube stations making getting across the city easy. Its central location makes it ideal for those who need to be close to Central London, whether that’s for nearby amenities or additional transport links to the rest of the UK and beyond. On top of this, Holborn itself is packed with useful and fun amenities – shops, bars and restaurants, culture, and entertainment making it a lively and engaging area to start a business.
For starting a business, there are clusters across Holborn where legal services gather, or other professional services, meaning you can quickly become part of a growing business community, opening networking and other introductions more straightforward. Whether you’re a large business relocating, or a small business just starting out, consider Holborn for your next office location, and be sure to speak to one of our London office space team if you need an expert view of the market, how best to use your budget, and where would work for your specific business requirements.

What other companies are based in Holborn?

Many high-profile businesses have headquarters or large office spaces in Holborn, including Sainsbury’s, which has its HQ at 33 Holborn, and publishing giant Pearson, which has its UK headquarters at 190 High Holborn. Among other well-known companies based in Holborn are SkyScanner, the head office of Virgin Active, and UBM. On top of this are hundreds of smaller businesses and startups, nay of which occupy the likes of Innovation Warehouse, The Trampery, and Huckletree, all of which have a presence in Holborn.

What is the parking like in Holborn?

Being such a busy area of the city means that parking in Holborn can be challenging, though it is possible. Pay and display spaces do exist, but are highly sought after and often expensive. For example, parking in a covered park at Gray’s Inn Road is £18 for four hours, while parking on Orde Hall Street, WC1N can be as much as £25 for a four-hour stay. If the location and duration of your visit are fixed, it’s worth trying to pre-book parking, or of course, Holborn has excellent public transport options which may prove more cost-effective and in many cases, quicker.

How much does Holborn office space cost?

Exactly how much you can expect to pay for Holborn office space is highly dependent on the quality of the fit-out, and exact location within WC1 and WC2, but as a guideline, between £30 to £70 per sq. ft should cover most standard specification offices. For ultra-high spec offices which occasionally come available for let, £100 per sq. ft and beyond is not unreasonable.

What types of office spaces are available in Holborn?

Holborn has a strong range of commercial properties available for let to suit a range of business requirements. Traditional offices such as 90 High Holborn can accommodate one-person offices up to larger teams, and 8 New Square is a Grade II listed building which has been renovated office space for SMEs. More modern options exist like 1Kemble Street, with multiple floors, manned receptions, and breakout area, included, as well as the much bigger buildings like Holborn Gate, 30 St. Giles, and The Brunswick which can accommodate businesses of a larger scale across multiple floors. Wherever you would like to locate your business in Holborn, discusses with our London office rental experts can point you in the right direction, or help with full office relocation consultancy.

Does Holborn have good gyms and fitness classes?

With a large residential population and a growing workforce, Holborn is well-equipped for fitness. Like many areas of London, new and exciting fitness options have come to market, with Gymbox providing a dedicated boxing gym, and 1Rebel, FitnessFirst, and URBANFITNESS offering something a little more well-rounded. There are an abundance of personal trainers operating in the Holborn postcodes for something more personalised, and high street gym offerings like Virgin Active and PureGym are also available, so keeping fit while working in Holborn shouldn’t be too challenging.

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