Why Rent a Serviced Office in The City of London?
The City of London is the UK’s financial centre. Notably. the London Stock Exchange and the Bank of England are both based here, alongside the world’s largest banks. Of course, it has always attracted financial businesses of all types – insurance, brokerage, fintech – as well as companies from the corporate sector generally. However, they have been joined by many other business types renting office space in the Square Mile – seeking proximity to the main occupiers. Crucially, in a modern office, offering coworking spaces, the networking opportunities are immense for the right type of business.
As to be expected, transport Links in the City of London are excellent. National rail stations Cannon Street, Moorgate, Fenchurch Street, Liverpool Street are all within a short walking distance. The Stansted Express runs from Liverpool Street station to Stansted Airport every 15 mins. The Docklands Light Railway(DLR) at Bank Tube Station connects the City to Canary Wharf and London City Airport
Of course The City of London has worldwide profile, so a City business address provides international recognition. If you looking for a new office in The City of London, serviced space is a quick and straightforward way to gain that recognition. Compared with costs across the capital for serviced offices, City of London rents are in the mid-range.
What does a City business centre typically offer?
City of London Business centres collectively offer the full range of flexible office options. From co working spaces or hotdesking in open plan, shared offices – for entrepreneurs, freelancers and start ups – to self-contained executive suites aimed at larger, more established businesses. Serviced space of all sizes and types is typically fully-furnished. Importablty, high speed internet and telecoms is included as standard along with your rent in a single monthly bill. Furthermore, many providers also offer conference or meeting room hire by the hour. Additionally a virtual office service is often available – with call answering and mail handling – if you simply require a City business address without the physical space. Finally, very flexible terms are available – often on a month to month basis – with rent calculated on a per-workstation basis. If you are looking to grow your business, this type of flexibility is a game-changer.
In order to support an ongoing surge in the provision of serviced office space, The City of London has seen a growth in the number and range of bars and restaurants. The City boasts great architecture, with buildings of historical significance, such as St Paul’s Cathedral, alongside a growing number of contemporary skyscrapers. The City’s skyline remains in perpetual evolution.
Business Networking
The Peal Networking Club meets monthly at the Tokenhouse in Moorgate, with no membership commitment. The Athena Network is a female networking group which meets twice a month for lunch at The Happenstance in Paternoster Square.
Business Lunch
Certainly these days you’ll be spoilt for choice eating out in the City. Duck & Waffle is open 24/7 and can be found on the 40th floor of 110 Bishopsgate in London. Other options include St John Bread & Wine, Goodman, City Social, Humble Grape and the Michelin-starred seafood restaurant – Angler.
For more information, please see our location guide for office space in The City of London.
The City of London Serviced Office Rental Guide
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Serviced offices provide an all-inclusive fully furnished solution with telecoms, internet and power and business rates all included in the monthly rent. Office rental rates exclude VAT.
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| Hot Desk | £200 | £300 |
| Dedicated Desk | £325 | £550 |
| Private Office | £400 | £1,000 |
Compare serviced office rent in The City of London to rent other Central London locations.
Serviced Offices in Central London
Flexible, serviced offices can be found throughout central London, with many providers offering coworking space, meeting rooms and virtual offices.
For more general information about flexible office space, please see our Serviced Offices in London guide.
We also have location guides for serviced offices in other central London locations:
Available Serviced Offices in The City of London
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Bishopsgate, The City of London, London EC2N
Serviced Office110 Bishopsgate is an award-winning skyscraper located in the heart of Liverpool Street, offering highly prestigious Grade A serviced office space with the Wow factor!
Situated over 3 floors and benefitting from panoramic views across London, all office is delivered fully furnished to th…
from: £950 per person per month -
St Thomas Street, The City of London, London SE1
Serviced Office Meeting RoomsThis boutique style office space London Bridge is situated within an impressive Georgian building just yards from the world famous Shard and London Bridge Station.
from: £500 per person per month -
Lower Thames Street, The City of London, London EC3R
Serviced Office Meeting RoomsBrand new to market, this beautiful business centre has been newly refurbished throughout, to create stunning serviced office space to rent, in the heart of the City of London.
from: £400 per person per month -
Borough High Street, The City of London, London SE1
Serviced Office Coworking OfficeThe original old Victorian printworks is now transformed into a purpose built workspace for members.
from: £Quote per person per month -
Southwark Street, The City of London, London SE1
Serviced Office Meeting RoomsSituated in the heart of London Bridge, this tech inspired serviced office has undergone an extensive refurbishment to create design-led office space to accommodate all types of businesses.
from: £750 per person per month -
St Martin's Le-Grand, The City of London, London EC1A
Serviced Office Meeting RoomsWith its portico entrance, and elegant decorative plastered lift lobbies, this traditional style St Paul's property shouts tradition and class, with an entrance hall that is bound to impress visitors.
from: £600 per person per month -
Princelet Street, The City of London, London E1
Serviced OfficePromoting innovation, inspiration and wellness, this design-led flexible workspace on Princelet Street has been newly refurbished to stunning specification and boasts panoramic views across East London, including the Old Truman Brewery chimney, from its impressive top floor space.
from: £575 per person per month -
Whitefriars Street, The City of London, London EC4Y
Serviced Office Meeting RoomsStunning boutique style serviced office conveniently located just off Fleet Street, offers a prime London address in the Law and Legal district.
from: £480 per person per month -
Leadenhall Street, The City of London, London EC3A
Serviced Office Meeting RoomsLeadenhall Street is located in the heart of the insurance district, 150 metres from Lloyd's of London, also neighbouring Sir Richard Roger's 'Cheesegrater', and is 300 metres from the shops, restaurants and bars of Leadenhall market.
from: £500 per person per month -
Leadenhall Street, The City of London, London EC3V
Serviced Office Meeting RoomsThis much anticipated addition to the London Skyline, The Leadenhall Building, or "The Cheesegrater", is the tallest building on the north side of the River.
from: £900 per person per month
Map of The City of London
Tube Stations
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Bank
- Central
- Northern
- Waterloo and City
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Cannon Street
- Circle
- District
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Monument
- Circle
- District
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Mansion House
- Circle
- District
National Rail Stations
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London Cannon Street
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Moorgate
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London Fenchurch Street
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London Liverpool Street
DLR Stations
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Bank
Bike Docking Stations
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Bank of England Museum, Bank
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