Why Clerkenwell and Farringdon is a Great Place to Work and Play

Clerkenwell and Farringdon are technically two separate areas but, due to their proximity, they often come as a pair. Clerkenwell is just a little further north than the central neighbourhood of Farringdon, but both are smart, fun and vibrant districts that offer easy access to the rest of London.

Clerkenwell and Farringdon are the perfect mix of the old and the new, with the butchers of Smithfield Market and the jewellers of Hatton Garden sitting alongside publishers, architects and a new wave of post-Shoreditch tech companies. The same can be said for Clerkenwell and Farringdon office spaces, with everything from vast townhouses that have been converted into office spaces to modern and purpose-built shared offices.

Whatever you go for, your business and team culture are sure to get a boost. The central location ensures easy commuting and travelling between meetings, while the newly opened Elizabeth Line makes Farringdon one of the best-connected stations in the country.

Commuting to Clerkenwell

Clerkenwell stations

Angel Underground Station, Zone 1, Islington High Street, N1 9LQ
Northern Line

Kings Cross Underground Station, Zone 1, Euston Road, N1 9AL
Northern Line
Piccadilly Line
Victoria Line
Circle Line
Hammersmith and City Line
Metropolitan Line

London Kings Cross Station, Zone 1, Euston Road, N1 9AL
St. Pancras International, Zone 1, Euston Road, N1C 4QP

Clerkenwell buses

4, 8, N8, 17, 19, N19, 25, N25, 38, N38, 40, N41, 46, 55, N55, 56, 63, N63, 76, 153, N242, 243, 341, 421 & 521

Commuting to Farringdon

Farringdon stations

Farringdon Underground Station, Zone 1, Cowcross Street, EC1M 6BY
Circle Line
Hammersmith and City Line
Metropolitan Line
Elizabeth Line

Barbican Underground Station, Zone 1, Aldersgate Street, EC1A 4JA
Circle Line
Hammersmith and City Line
Metropolitan Line

Chancery Lane Underground Station, Zone 1, High Holborn, WC1V 6DR
Central Line

Farringdon Rail Station, Zone 1, Cowcross Street, EC1M 6BY

Farringdon buses

40, 45, 63, N63, 250, 341 & 435

Things To Do In Clerkenwell and Farringdon

With an abundance of restaurants, outdoor markets and cultural attractions within easy reach, employees in Clerkenwell and Farringdon office spaces are spoiled for choice.

Smithfield Market

Smithfield Market is the largest wholesale meat market in the UK and has an ornate structure that dates back to 1868. It’s touted to become the heart of The City’s Culture Mile, with the Museum of London set to move to a revamped part of the market.

Sadler’s Wells
Sadler’s Wells is one of the world’s best contemporary dance venues where you can unwind after a hard day’s work by watching local and international dance talent in original performances.

Exmouth Market

Head down to Exmouth Market for a tasty break from your lunchbox, with trendy cafes, restaurants and street food marvels such as risottos, curries and pastas.

Leather Lane Market

The big question you need to ask yourself is “what do I fancy today?” Along with a delicious array of street food, you’ll find microbrewed cask ales at the Sir Christoper Hatton pub, great sushi at Tajima-Tei and some of the best Southeast Asian food from Kin.

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Featured office space in Clerkenwell and Farringdon

5 St John's Lane

London,  EC1M 4BH

A comfortable and welcoming office space, centrally located near London’s legal district

From

£450pp/m

Private Office

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24 St John Street

London,  EC1M 4AY

An elegant and laid-back office space in Farringdon

From

£650pp/m

Private Office

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38-39 St Johns Lane

London,  EC1M 4BJ

A contemporary office space in the design centre of London

From

£375pp/m

Private Office

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Best for team building

Clerkenwell and Farringdon office spaces are also within easy reach of a range of attractions where you can give your team a treat.

Bounce

Bounce in Farringdon is the ultimate Ping Pong bar, offering 17 table tennis tables where you can humiliate yourself or your team, trendy cocktails and an eclectic menu. You can also rent a private area with its own cocktail bar, 3 ping pong tables and a karaoke booth if you’re really having a party.

Piano Works

The Piano Works in Farringdon is a 400-capacity live music venue where you can party into the small hours during most days of the week. The USP is that you can hand music requests to your waiter that are performed by live musicians.

Chocolate Cocktail Club

If your team has a sweet tooth, take them along to the Chocolate Cocktail Club to put a smile on their face. It serves mouth-watering chocolatey creations including the Chocotini and the Chocolate Espresso Martini.

Best for out-of-office meetings

Shared office spaces in Farringdon and Clerkenwell typically have access to meeting rooms but, if you fancy doing something special, there are some fantastic options in the area.

The Quality Chop House

Get a transcendent pork chop and glass of wine at the Quality Chop House while chewing the fat with your clients. Expect excellent service, wonderful wine and a meaty, seasonal menu.

Ibérica

Ibérica tapas house in Farringdon is a top-class restaurant in the heart of the city. It serves a signature range of dishes and some established favourites that you can wash down with the full spectrum of Spanish booze.

Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings

Dubbed Clerkenwell’s best bar, Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings features a restaurant, greenhouse and cocktail bar just off Exmouth Market. It serves brunch and dinner by day before transforming into an underground drinking and dancing den by night.

Best for wellbeing

Clerkenwell and Farringdon might be urban neighbourhoods, but there are plenty of green spaces if you know where to look, as well as good gyms nearby to keep your team physically and mentally fit.

Clerkenwell and Farringdon gardens

Spa Fields, tucked away behind Exmouth Market, provides an oasis of greenery in this central area and is a popular spot for workers to eat lunch in the summer. St James’s Church Garden is smaller but has a large patch of grass in the shadow of a historic church.

Clerkenwell and Farringdon gyms

F45 in Farringdon offers a mix of circuit and HIIT-style workouts. The 45 signifies the length of each class, with every 45-minute session aiming to burn 750 calories. Ten Health and Fitness in Hatton Garden offers reformer pilates classes and PT sessions to start, finish and break up the working day.