Why Bloomsbury is a Great Place to Work and Play

Situated in London's West End, Bloomsbury has long been an attractive area to work and play. The area is perhaps best known as a Knowledge Hub, with links to top universities and educational establishments and some of the country’s oldest cultural institutions. Prestigious bodies that call the area home include the British Museum, University College London (UCL) and the Royal College of Physicians.

As well as being an intellectual and literary hub, there are also many serviced offices in Bloomsbury that are buzzing with businesses across a range of sectors, all making the most of this 15-minute neighbourhood. With excellent bars and restaurants nearby, plenty of cultural and architectural highlights and an abundance of green spaces, Bloomsbury offices offer the sort of environment that modern workers want to commute to. And with employee retention so important, that’s a big plus.

Although Bloomsbury has no official boundaries, it’s generally agreed that Fitzrovia sits to the south, Holborn to the east, Marylebone to the west and Euston to the north. That central location, along with its great transport links and excellent amenities, make Bloomsbury one of the most exciting and underrating places to work and play in London.

Commuting to Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury stations

Russell Square Underground Station, Zone 1, Bernard Street, WC1N 1LJ
Piccadilly Line

King’s Cross St. Pancras Underground Station, Zone 1, Euston Road, N1 9AL
Circle Line
Piccadilly Line
Hammersmith & City Line
Northern Line
Metropolitan Line
Victoria Line

Euston Square Underground Station, Zone 1, Euston Road, NW1 2BN
Circle Line
Hammersmith & City Line
Metropolitan Line

London Euston Station, Zone 1, Euston Road, NW1 2RT
London King’s Cross Station, Zone 1, Euston Road, N1 9AL
St. Pancras International, Zone 1, Euston Road, N1C 4QP

Bloomsbury buses

17, 19, 38, 46, 55, 243, 341

Things To Do In Bloomsbury

The historical streets and pretty Georgian squares give Bloomsbury a village feel, but its location well within the boundaries of central London also gives you access to some of the best attractions and amenities London has to offer.

Oxford Street

Bloomsbury serviced offices are just a short walk from Oxford Street, officially the world’s biggest high street offering 1.5 miles of shopping and more than 90 flagship stores. Alternatively, you can head east to Marchmont Street for a quieter high street with more of a local feel.

Bloomsbury Farmers’ Market

Open every Thursday from 9am - 2pm, Bloomsbury Farmers’ Market is the best place in the area to grab your workday lunch. Everything in the market comes straight from the farm or is made using local, sustainable ingredients, from pasta and pizza to dosas and doughnuts.

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Featured office space in Bloomsbury

2 Stephen Street

London,  W1T 1AN

A modernised, sociable space in bustling Bloomsbury

From

£750pp/m

Private Office

£375pp/m

Hot Desk

£375pp/m

Shared Office

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14 Great James Street

London,  WC1N 3DP

A charming spot for collaboration in Holborn

From

£550pp/m

Private Office

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4/4a Bloomsbury Square

London,  WC1A 2RP

An impressive office space in the heart of Bloomsbury

From

£404pp/m

Private Office

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Best for team building

There’s no need to travel across the country for team-building activities when there are so many attractions and amenities within easy reach of your Bloomsbury offices.

Bloomsbury Lanes

For team building with a difference, check out the retro Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes. Offering all the quirks and perks of a 1950s American bowling alley, your team can hit some strikes, enjoy a cocktail or milkshake in the bar, book a booth at Ray’s classic American diner and belt out some classics in one of the five karaoke rooms.

Fitzroy Tavern

Whether you want to talk business or let off some steam, the Fitzroy Tavern in nearby Fitzrovia is the perfect place to do it. With six separate drinking areas dotted around a semi-island bar, you’re sure to find a quiet spot for you and the team for lunch or an after-work catch-up.

Best for out-of-office meetings

Setting up your business in a serviced office in Bloomsbury is a great way to impress prospective new hires and clients. With many of the modern amenities that commuters crave and world-famous academic, medical and cultural institutions nearby, your Bloomsbury office can become a powerful asset for your business.

Dalloway Terrace

The Virginia Woolf-inspired Dalloway Terrace services a mixture of British and European Classics in a tranquil English garden setting. This elegant, outdoor space is fully heated throughout the year, giving it a secluded secret garden feel, even in the depths of winter.

Bloomsbury Street Kitchen

Just moments away from London’s iconic theatres, museums and boutiques is the Bloomsbury Street Kitchen, which offers Mediterranean and Japanese small-plate dining in a relaxed and modern setting. This hidden gem can help you wow clients and new hires and celebrate new deals with wines, sake and signature cocktails.

Best for wellbeing

Staff wellbeing is now a business imperative and individuals are no longer being left to their own devices to achieve it. Bloomsbury’s green spaces and nearby parks and gyms can help you instil a true sense of workplace wellbeing.

Russell Square Gardens

Bloomsbury is well known for its numerous square gardens, including Russell Square. This early 19th-century public square with lawns, walks and an ornamental fountain is the perfect leafy space for a walking meeting or lunch in the fresh air.

Regent’s Park

The large open spaces and tree-lined pathways of Regent’s Park are perfect for a quick stroll or lunchtime jog. It also has excellent sports facilities and the Open Air Theatre, a cultural hub and a firm fixture of summer in the city.

Bloomsbury gyms

Bloomsbury serviced offices are within easy reach of some of the area’s best gyms. Gymbox Holborn combines the latest cardio kit, a huge free weights area, a boxing ring and a sprint track with a neon yellow nightclub setting to really get you pumped. Meanwhile, Rena Health and Leisure takes a more tranquil approach to pre and post-work workouts, offering an urban sanctuary where you can rejuvenate your body and mind.