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Citibase Watford is ideally placed within a short walk of both the town centre, with its great selection of shops, restaurants and amenities, and Watford Junction train station. From there frequent trains speed into London Euston in around 15 minutes. The modern business centre is also handy for road links too with easy access to […]

Having recently just opened its doors, a new fully serviced business centre in the heart of Birchwood is holding an open day on Wednesday 26th April to unveil its brand-new space. Located in one of the best business addresses in the ‘gateway to the North West’ in the iconic Genesis Centre in Birchwood, Citibase Warrington […]

Flexible working has officially come of age. According to recent research by Cushman & Wakefield, flexible offices now account for 8% of all newly occupied global office space – a figure that is set to rise. Meanwhile, commercial property website Commercial People reported that enquiries for flexible office space rose by almost 40% in the […]

We recently had a Citibase first – a viewing conducted completely in British Sign Language. Welfare and Standards Coordinator, Victoria Murley, who is fluent in sign language saved the day by going the extra mile for a customer on a recent viewing. A viewing was booked for an office space of 6 workstations at our […]

Over the past year there have been some huge political changes around the world, with the UK’s Brexit vote and Trump’s surprise election victory leading the way. These seismic worldwide events have led to almost everyone voicing an opinion, from political commentators to celebrities offering their view, however there has been a lack of hard […]

• 58% of UK SMEs are delaying investment decisions until after Brexit • 59% feel ‘Brexit-ready’ – confident that they can adapt to new rules and regulations within one year of formally leaving the EU • 68% of UK SMEs have seen revenues rise or stay the same since the referendum, down from 71% in […]

• 62% of SME decision makers would like to see a snap general election after Brexit happens in March 2019 • 67% of UK SMEs would like to remain part of the customs union • 50% have found it harder to attract investment or raise funding since the referendum, up from 46% in Q3 • […]

•  59% of SME decision makers would like to see a snap general election after Brexit happens in March 2019, with ‘BoJo’ emerging as most popular candidate for Prime Minister •  Confidence drops – 52% are confident in Government to negotiate a good deal for SMEs, down from 58% in Q2 •  52% think Government […]

Following sustained political and economic uncertainty, 61% of UK SMEs would like to reverse the Brexit process and retain membership to the EU, according to the latest Citibase Business Confidence Index, now in its second year. The survey of 1,059 SME decision makers by Citibase, The Property Manager for the New Economy, also reveals that […]

The latest quarterly Powerhouse Tracker from Irwin Mitchell – a unique city-by-city forecast of the economic strength devised by Cebr – has shown which places around the country have shown the best year on year growth in GVA (gross value added – the value of goods and services produced). The top 10 places were in […]

When I was at business school back in the nineties one of the books that inspired me most was Tom Peters’ Thriving on Chaos. He said that people and businesses that thrive in chaotic environments are the ones that succeed. But even Tom Peters could not predict what disorder Trump being elected President of the […]

Coffee Geeks If these geeks ruled the world, we’d be totally fine with that! These guys not only pour the perfect flat-white, they’re on a mission to be really eco-friendly and they’re not afraid to shout about it. Right on the edge of Cardinal Place, they’re best positioned for that quick morning coffee grab when […]

The latest Business Confidence Index, exclusively conducted by Citibase to gauge the confidence of over 1,100 SMEs across the UK has been widely covered across the media. The Times reported in a major article how the survey found “Revenue falls at a fifth of firms as Brexit begins to bite.” Click here to read more […]

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Working in a city as culturally rich as Cambridge offers you the chance to break from the office and play tourist in your lunch hour. With many historical marvels to be found within walking distance of Citibase Cambridge, you’ll never be short of content for your Instagram feed. Once you realise how much there is […]

The world of work has changed. A combination of technology and globalisation has forced most businesses to become more agile in order to compete for customers. In the commercial office sector, although the welcome benefits of cyclical recovery apply to some metrics, the requirement for flexible real estate is a structural change in the behaviour […]

Agility and flexibility are now the norm. The growth in the UK flexible office sector has been phenomenal over the past ten years, and I can only see demand accelerating as the appetite for the short-term contract grows. Not only does this type of work environment remove the lengthy financial commitment, but it is also […]

After a couple of months in the job, new regional metro mayors now have a real chance to be seen to be making a difference. The elected leaders should be embracing their rapidly changing economies in a way which benefits everybody. I have been saying for some time that the world of work has changed […]

In Citibase CEO Steve Jude’s latest column in Property Week, he discusses how ritual humiliation taught him everything about yield management. With the sunny beaches of Cannes and MIPIM 2018 still fresh in the mind, I was recently reminded of an earlier memory of another beautiful Mediterranean resort. With seagulls overhead, my mind wandered back […]

In Citibase CEO Steve Jude’s latest column in Property Week, he talks about how the Property industry needs to learn from the revolution happening in the automotive sector, with Tesla and now even Volvo, piling into the electric vehicle market. Striking similarities are happening in the Property world with numerous heavy-hitters now investing in the […]

As the world of work changes, preparing for the future is becoming a primary focus across the property industry and the prestigious Estates Gazette Office and Workplace Summit in Central London on 23rd November provided a timely forum for discussion and debate. Welcoming over 150 thought-leaders, the event explored the latest workplace innovations and how […]

So, what will occupiers learn from the crisis, and how will these lessons be reflected in their businesses? Just before lockdown, I spoke at a private dinner for property clients of a global accountancy firm where I focused on the niche concept of space-as-a-service. Leaning heavily on ‘The Trillion Dollar Hashtag’ by Antony Slumbers, I […]

Citibase, The Property Manager for the New Economy, has expanded four of its flexible office hubs in London and Manchester to meet booming demand from SMEs. The expanded centres in London’s Victoria Palace Street, Knightsbridge and Millbank together with Manchester Old Trafford, will now provide a combined total of circa 70,000 sq ft of space […]

SMEs no longer trust the government to secure a good deal for UK businesses in their Brexit negotiations, with only 35% stating their confidence in the latest Citibase Confidence Index, down 9% from the previous quarterly index. The survey, by flexible office specialist Citibase of over 1,100 SMEs across the UK, revealed that 21% of […]

Entering the landscaped grounds of the honey coloured Grade II listed Wyvols Court with its award winning recent addition, it’s difficult to believe you’re only a short distance from Reading, Basingstoke, Bracknell and Farnborough.   Citibase Reading @ Wyvols Court is designed for those businesses who want all the personalised services of a contemporary business […]

Brexit is another nail in the coffin for the long-term lease Brexit will speed up the demise of the traditional long lease and increase demand for flexible office space. It will be years before the full implications of Brexit are known, but this uncertainty will make many occupiers reluctant to ever sign a long lease […]

The latest of a regular series of columns by Citibase CEO Steve Jude is featured in the current edition of Property Week. In it Steve talks about how flexible workspace can revive the economy of the UK’s regions. Read the full column on Property Week’s website here Steve is also quoted on the Property Week […]

The new international standard for the accounting of lease liabilities has been published. The full implications will emerge over time, but it is already clear that landlords and tenants will have to reconsider their traditional operating models. With the new rules stating that leases will now have to be accounted for on balance sheets, landlords […]

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Following sustained political and economic uncertainty two years on from the Brexit vote, 66% of UK SMEs would like to reverse the Brexit process and retain membership to the EU, according to the latest exclusive Citibase Business Confidence Index. This is an increase from 61% from the last survey in Q1 2018. Interestingly, the nation […]

54% of UK SMEs would welcome a second EU referendum on whether or not to accept the exit deal that is reached following Brexit negotiations, according to the latest Citibase Business Confidence Index, reflecting rising uncertainty caused by stalling Brexit talks and the suggestion that Britain could be prepared to walk away from the EU […]

A massive congratulations to Citibase Walsall Operations Manager Glen McCulloch for winning the ‘Young Achiever Award’ at this years In Touch With Walsall awards ceremony. It’s a fantastic award and recognition of the great work Glen has done over the last couple of years. Glen (pictured above collecting his well deserved award) added: “I just […]

New independent academic research supported by Citibase, the leading independent business centre operator, has warned the commercial office sector is facing a £4.8bn timebomb.

The research released by Citibase, has been conducted by Northumbria University and reveals how commercial building owners could lose £4.8bn over the next ten years if they fail to fill their space with tenants. The study which looks at the secondary office market in 27 cities and towns across England, Scotland and Wales, highlights how the sector is failing to adapt to the changing needs of the economy, SMEs and the workplace.

We know that office life can be hectic and full of day to day challenges. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of handy tips, tricks and hacks to boost your productivity on the little things that shouldn’t cause you hassle.

As Brexit uncertainty marches on, the latest Citibase Business Confidence Index reveals that UK SMEs are well equipped for the future with 64% reporting that they have already started – or are about to start – creating strategies to deal with post-Brexit issues, up from 59% last quarter. More interestingly, 57% reported that they were […]

Located in one of the town’s most prominent business locations, Citibase Newcastle-under-Lyme is in a bright, recently refurbished landmark building. All the shops, restaurants and amenities of the town centre are a short stroll away. The four storey office also benefits from excellent commuting links being just a few minutes’ walk to the Central Bus […]

Designed to resemble the bow of a ship pointing towards the River Tyne, Citibase Newcastle Dean Street is in a unique and historic Baroque style, Grade II Edwardian building. The office features a dramatic atria, stunning communal areas with art nouveau tiles, mosaic floors and painted panels which is sure to make a dramatic first […]

Introduction and Purpose The Modern Slavery Act 2015 (the “Act”) is a UK law which came into force in 2015. The Act requires commercial organisations with an annual turnover of more than £36 million, to publish a slavery and human trafficking statement for each financial year. Citibase is a brand under the NewFlex family of […]

The new fully serviced business centre, Citibase Warrington Birchwood was honoured to have the Mayor of Warrington declare the centre officially open at a grand ribbon cutting ceremony and open day yesterday, Wednesday 26th April. Located in one of the best business addresses in the ‘gateway to the North West’ in the iconic Genesis Centre […]

Situated in the modern Atrium building, Citibase Uxbridge marked its official with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday 15th July 2019 with special guests Cllr David Yarrow, Mayor of Hillingdon and Mary O’Connor MBE, Mayoress of Hillingdon.   The Mayor and Mayoress were given a tour of the Centre by members of the Citibase team […]

If you are looking for a prestigious, landmark address in the City of Westminster to base your business, then Citibase London Millbank is for you. Located by the Tate Britain on the bank of the Thames, our flexible offices are spread over two floors of the iconic Millbank Tower including the 15th floor, with many […]

We recently partnered with Newable, our parent company, to research the attitudes of SMEs in the face of Covid-19.

Did you know that many entrepreneurs fail to make it past five years in business? A hit idea, sound commercial knowledge, location and a bit of luck can make all the difference, says entrepreneur, Daniel Hill.

We recently partnered with Newable, our parent company, to research the attitudes of SMEs in the face of Covid-19.

Meet Laura, She’s one of our Finance Business Partners who has a passion for numbers and isn’t afraid to use it. On Fridays, she can be found sipping a hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows.

Meet Laetitia, she’s our HR Business Partner who handles everything from training to payroll – And was recently found jumping off a boat into the Blue Lagoon!

Meet Dan, he’s one of our Centre of Excellence Coaches who is focused on coaching our centre teams, drinking vanilla lattes and getting down to some old-school classics!

Meet Chris, he’s one of our Commercial Development Managers who focuses on building and maintaining relationships with new and existing Customers. It’s also been claimed that with glasses on, he’s a convincing Clark Kent! 

“Brexit is accelerating the trend for small business to seek flexible office space” Citibase, the UK’s leading independent operator of business centres, has just seen its best three months of sales ever in the period leading up to, during and after Brexit. May, June and July this year saw the best volume of business across […]

Citibase was featured in the 9th July edition of Estates Gazette magazine. You can read the full article below: Trading places: Steve Jude, chief executive of serviced office group Citibase, can often be found in his company’s Birmingham office, an old converted draper’s warehouse in the heart of the Mailbox district. But how would he […]

Housed in an impressive Grade ‘A’ listed building in the heart of the Capital’s New Town, Citibase Edinburgh St. Colme Street is a truly prestigious location for any business. The centre’s classic Edinburgh granite town houses have been recently sensitively refurbished to restore their period elegance whilst offering all the modern facilities businesses expect.   […]

Situated in a bright, modern and recently refurbished building, Citibase Edinburgh Gyleview’s location is acknowledged as one of Scotland’s premier out of town business districts. Set in landscaped grounds, the three storey centre has showers and changing rooms as well as a great social and breakout space.   Just six miles west of the city […]

At easyHub, we believe in taking the stress of running an office off your hands so that you can focus on running your business.   Looking for an office that’s just 10 minutes from Central London in a thriving South London business community? easyHub Croydon is the perfect choice.   Occupying the 2nd floor of […]

In early 2016, the guys at Brewgooder set out on a simple mission – to provide clean water for 1,000,000 people by donating 100% of their profits from their special craft beer to clean water charities. We’re proud that this great social enterprise calls Citibase Edinburgh St. Colme Street home, and were delighted that Alan […]

It’s been a tough few weeks hasn’t it? I hope that you and your loved ones have remained safe during these very strange times. Although some of us will be lucky enough to be going back to work soon, all of us will find that the world of work will be different from the one […]

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Leading publications have this week published the fascinating results from the brand new Citibase Business Confidence Index. It revealed that UK SMEs were upbeat on the ‘Trump effect’ showing just 18% think he will have a negative impact on business. This regular activity tracker of over 1,100 small businesses gauges their real opinions on the […]

The Citibase Sales team were recently voted the best Sales Team by Instant Offices, the world’s largest office broking service, in their quarterly Operator Awards. It’s a fantastic recognition from one of our key broker partners. It exemplifies the strength of our relationship and how we both have a single minded-focus to provide customers with […]

Housed in a landmark building Citibase Warrington Birchwood couldn’t be better located. Surrounded by handy transport links it offers the perfect place to run and grow any business in modern, fully serviced office suites. You’ll be in good company in this leafy neighbourhood, as the area hosts many large and small companies from a huge variety […]

The recently opened Citibase Wakefield was proud to host over 100 members of the City’s business community at the prestigious Insider: Wakefield Economic Forum Breakfast 2017 on Wednesday 15th November. Held in conjunction with Insider, Wakefield Council and NGC Networks, attendees took part in a debate with an expert panel including Peter Box, leader of […]

With fantastic transport links and just a short walk to Uxbridge underground station, Citibase Uxbridge is perfectly located on the edge of a bustling, cosmopolitan town, providing the perfect new home for your business.   Housed inside The Atrium building, the centre boasts a welcoming reception area, meeting rooms ready to service your individual needs […]

Today, Citibase launched it’s latest trade ad campaign with a new creative in Property Week. The campaign focusses on how ‘the world of work has changed’ and office occupiers are looking ever more for shorter, more flexible contracts on their office space. You can learn how you can prosper from our unique property management service. […]

Citibase, The Property Manager for the New Economy, has opened a vibrant new work hub in Uxbridge, West London, with potential to provide over 28,000 sq ft of flexible and affordable serviced office space. Housed inside The Atrium building across two floors, the centre provides the perfect space for SMEs, start-ups, entrepreneurs and larger corporates […]

Citibase, the UK’s leading independent operator of business centres, has released the results from its inaugural Brexit Tracker Survey, designed to follow current sentiment among its UK SME Customers following the Brexit referendum result in June. One of the standout findings from the survey was that confidence remains high among small businesses using serviced offices […]

Citibase, the UK’s leading independent operator of business centres, has released the results from its inaugural Brexit Tracker Survey, designed to follow current sentiment among its UK SME Customers following the Brexit referendum result in June. One of the standout findings from the survey was that confidence remains high among small businesses using serviced offices […]

A massive well done to Andrew Quigley, Marcus Shelton, Emma Brady, Chris Hanna, Lee Street, Emily Sharman, Reece Giovanni, Dec Hughes, Glen McCulloch and Joe Phillips from the Sales team who all took part in the Rough Runner event in Bristol on Saturday. They all completed the event and raised an impressive £500 for the charity […]

In its latest annual review, Citibase has released its best results in its 23 year history. The company delivered a record EBITDA of £2m, its best operating margin of 15.2% and its highest cash at bank of £4.3m. These very positive results continue to back the case suggesting the world of work has changed forever, […]

Our staff are proud to say ‘we work at Citibase’ and strive to go the extra mile to make our customers happy customers. Many of our centres received some amazing nominations for Business Centre of the Year (Groups) at the prestigious 2016 BCA Awards held last month in London. Here’s a selection of quotes from […]

We never need an excuse for a cup of coffee and a slice of red velvet cake, or any cake for that matter. But when an opportunity presents itself to do what we love AND raise money for a good cause, we’re all in.

Flexible office champion, Citibase, is poised for further growth with the appointment of Mike Jones as General Manager. Mike will have overall responsibility for the performance of all of Citibase’s network of centres, from Aberdeen to Brighton, with a particular focus on customer service, compliance and profitability. Mike (pictured here) joins from Lifetime Training, a highly […]

Flexible office champion, Citibase, which has 35 fully serviced business centres in the UK, is continuing its rapid expansion with the appointment of Tim Irons in the newly created role of Group Finance Director. Reporting to CEO Steve Jude, Tim joins from CVP (Creative Video Productions), one of the UK’s most successful broadcast equipment providers, […]

Citibase, The Property Manager for the New Economy, is opening its second centre in the heart of Leeds with the launch of Citibase Leeds Arena Point, which has potential to provide over 12,000 sq ft of flexible and affordable serviced office space. The new hub will offer a vibrant home for over 216 SMEs, start-ups, […]

The launch of Citibase Oxford has been picked up by local news publication ThisIsOxford this week, who had this to say about the opening of the centre: A NEW 10,000sq ft office block with ‘flexible working space’ has opened on Botley Road. The ‘vibrant work hub’ has been created in the offices above Johnsons Oxford car dealership […]

  Housed in a landmark building Citibase Manchester Old Trafford couldn’t be better located. Surrounded by handy transport links it offers the perfect place to run and grow any business in modern, fully serviced office suites.   Having been recently refurbished to a high-specification, the building features an impressive entrance reception, six passenger lifts and […]

Citibase has today announced its brand new YouTube channel which will be the central hub for all things video for the company. The channel includes a selection of new videos, made recently by award winning South London film makers Go Film It , shot using cutting edge iPhone technology. The new videos of Citibase Reading […]

Citibase has launched a new 10,000 sq ft site in Halesowen, near Birmingham, as we look to cash in on growing appetite from occupiers for having bases outside cities. Citibase Halesowen, which is seven miles outside the UK’s second city, allows for reduced commuting, with customers getting free access to one of our spaces in […]

The Property Manager for the New Economy, Citibase, is powering up with a trio of new Area Managers, to assist with continuing its ambitious growth strategy and further boosting overall customer experience in its flexible officing hubs. The appointments come during a record period of growth for the company, which now has 37 fully serviced […]

Want to escape your usual four walls? In need of a new environment to raise those productivity levels? Try out ANY of our Citibase offices any day of this month for free!   Download our leaflet for more information.

Citibase, the UK’s leading flexible officer operator, has announced a major expansion in Scotland with the launch of Citibase Aberdeen Hill of Rubislaw, which has the potential to provide over 166,289 sq ft of flexible and affordable serviced office space. The new centre is Citibase’s fifth centre in Scotland, reflecting the country’s appetite for its […]

Yesterday (14th April 2016), Citibase’s CEO, Steve Jude was one of the key panellists at the prestigious BCA (Business Centre Association) 2016 Annual Conference at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in Westminster. Focussing on whether collaborative workspaces are the new serviced space, Steve delivered a presentation to a room of industry leaders and key […]

Citibase CEO Steve Jude is one of the great and the good of the property world giving his predictions for the year ahead in the current edition of Property Week magazine. In the article, Steve predicts a great future for flexible offices with their risk-free option helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses without the worry of being tied down […]

Flexible office champion Citibase is continuing its rapid expansion with a raft of senior appointments, across a number of departments including client development, operations, commercial development, property services and HR. Their arrivals will bolster the senior ranks at a time when Citibase looks to build on its recent growth. Jo Murray, who is taking on […]

Customers at Citibase Bristol Business Park can now enjoy the stylish new ‘Yew Lounge’ in one of the South West’s leading fully serviced offices. The lounge features a specially curated range of local Bristol-themed artwork and stylish furniture giving customers a modern, welcoming space to relax in. Centre Manager Steve Rice added: “I’m really happy […]

The Property Manager for the New Economy, Citibase, which manages 36 fully serviced business centres in the UK on behalf of building owners, has appointed Emily Sharman in the new role of Client Services Consultant, to spearhead the growth of its network of flexible officing hubs. The Citibase network has already enjoyed rapid expansion, with […]

The great and the good of the Aberdeen business community were welcomed to the open day of Aberdeen’s newest business centre – Citibase Aberdeen – on Friday 3rd February. Watch our short video on the open day here The guests were given a tour of the amazing fully serviced office facilities on offer to small […]

Located in the heart of the evolving Western office corridor, Citibase Aberdeen Hill of Rubislaw is a modern, stylish business centre and the perfect place if you’re looking for a new home for your business.   Having been recently renovated, the centre boasts an on-site Pure gym, a vibrant open plan reception, with state of […]

Situated in one of the best business addresses in the heart of the prestigious West End, Citibase Aberdeen is housed in an historic Jacobean style villa with attractive modern extension.   Built in 1878, the Category B listed detached granite building has been beautifully restored retaining many magnificent period features throughout. The stunning modern addition […]

Whether you’re starting a new business, changing from working from home to an office environment or just looking for a new place to work from, there’s some important things you need to consider when selecting your work space.

With the new year and a new decade now well underway, businesses across the UK are hard at work delivering their strategies for 2020 and exploring opportunities for growth and retention. We invited a few Citibase customers to share what they’re focused on for the year ahead as well as provide some insightful advice for […]

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Following the surprise election announcement, a revealing new poll suggests that the government has the backing of SMEs on Brexit as more said they were confident the government would negotiate a good deal with the EU for UK businesses than not (44% vs 32%). Over the past year there have been some huge political changes […]

Following the surprise election announcement, a revealing new poll suggests that the government has the backing of SMEs on Brexit as more said they were confident the government would negotiate a good deal with the EU for UK businesses than not (44% vs 32%). Over the past year there have been some huge political changes […]

Situated opposite the University of the West of England campus, Citibase Bristol Business Park is a superb place to base your business amongst the thriving community of companies on this highly regarded business park. The centre is located in a modern, self-contained building within beautiful 38-acre landscaped grounds and offers great transport links to Bristol […]

Located on one of the most prestigious business parks in the South West, just minutes from the M4/M5 interchange, Citibase Bristol Aztec West offers superb access across the South West, South Wales, the Midlands, London and beyond. The recently refurbished centre is situated in a landmark, modern building featuring a unique and dramatic three storey […]

Brighton has always been a vibrant city brimming with endless culture, art and entertainment as well as a multitude of shops, restaurants and bars. Ideally located just a short walk from Brighton’s unique and vibrant North Laines, railway station and famous seafront, Citibase Brighton is a one-of-a-kind place to base and grow your business with […]

Housed in a striking Gothic listed building, built in 1854, Citibase Brighton is a one-of-a-kind place to base and grow your business. Having been recently sensitively refurbished to restore its historic features, the centre is ideally located just a short walk from Brighton’s unique and vibrant North Laines and railway station. The famous seafront and […]

Confidence begins to return in China as European and Northern American operators start to feel the strain. The UK flexible office sector is looking closely at China to see how the coronavirus pandemic might impact the sector here in the coming weeks and months. The Chinese government loosened lockdown restrictions last week amid signs the […]

A Tale of Two – Aberdeen Aberdeen is a city with many connections to the number two – It is situated between two river mouths, began life as two separate ‘burghs’, has two universities, two Aberdeen-based football teams in the SPFL and two leopards in its national coat of arms. So naturally there are two […]