5 of the Best Offices in Victoria (The Argyll Club, Myo and More)

Victoria was once a part of what Charles Dickens dubbed “the devil’s acre”, but its charm has since bloomed. Now, it matches hustle with credibility, inviting businesses of all shapes and sizes to race for its office space.

Following a period of regeneration and heavy investment from the government, Victoria has gone from being a drab throughway for commuters and into a buzzy destination in its own right.

A short walk around the station uncovers pockets of lively pubs, Georgian-style homes and theatres that house in-demand musicals.

The Nova Building, for example, can’t be missed. Completed in 2016 by the UK’s largest commercial property developer, Landsec, the development injects a new lease of life into the district. Among high-spec apartments and offices, it offers a grid of restaurants to match any type of business lunch; from a casual woodfire-oven pizza at Franco Manca to a more meditative shake tataki at Sticks’n’Sushi.

Likewise, Cardinal Place offers plenty of shops, offices and restaurants. The development was built directly above the District and Circle line, with the tube’s tunnels actually passing through Cardinal Place’s basement.

Which companies are based in Victoria?

Among a wide range of businesses, Experian is based at Cardinal Place, while Pret A Manger’s head office is right by Victoria station. And until its landmark ‘groundscraper’ opposite Kings Cross station is ready, Google is based at Belgrave House.

Did you know?

Victoria has a life of its own in literary classics, with mentions in Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest, Harold Pinter’s play Victoria Station and The Final Problem, a short Sherlock Holmes story.

Victoria’s history is steeped in its status as a hub for connectivity.

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Victoria's history of connectivity

For businesses looking for flexible office space in Victoria, the area’s status as a transport hub is likely to be a major pull. Not only is it easily accessible from pockets of London, but it’s well-connected to Home Counties like Kent, Surrey and West Sussex.

According to Amanda Lim, Head of Knight Frank’s Flexible Office Solutions, “Victoria is a great transport hub, and thanks to new bars and restaurants, has a trendy buzz about it. It’s also good for companies who want to be near the prestige of Mayfair and St James’s but want more square footage for their money.”

Victoria’s history is steeped in its status as a hub for connectivity. In the 1850s, London’s three stations only connected you to south London, despite the majority of businesses being located in North and West London.

To combat this, Victoria station was designed to bridge pockets of London that had little to no transport networks.

After an initial rejected proposal in 1842 by John Urpeth Rastrick, one of the first English steam locomotive builders, planning and construction were completed in a piecemeal fashion.

At first, Victoria station felt like it was split into two halves, with one side serving the Brighton line and the other serving the Chatham mainline. By 1929, Herne Hill, Crystal Palace and Epsom had electric links to the West End too.

Today, Victoria is the second-busiest station in the UK after Waterloo.

5 of the best offices in Victoria

If you’re on the hunt for office space in Victoria, all your options are here. But to help you refine your search, we’ve narrowed down five of the best workspaces.The Argyll Club’s Nova North, 11 Bressenden Place

The Argyll Club’s Nova North, 11 Bressenden Place

Designed to the highest spec, this stunning office space is bound to impress. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the workspace with natural light and on the floor of the breakout spaces, you’ll be able to see the building’s original floor-plan.

Good to know: Stand-out features include an impressive bar that gives you panoramic views of London.

Getting to the office: Victoria station is 0.1 miles away and St James’s Park station is 0.4 miles away.

The Office Group’s 84 Eccleston Square

The Office Group’s 84 Eccleston Square

This office’s grand, Regency-style façade contrasts its cool, minimalist interior, which is packed with plants and earthy designs. The workspace features focus booths, a library, a meditation room and event space. In the evening, its café turns into a bar.

Good to know: The office has a fully functioning gym, which even includes a boxing ring. You’ll also have access to two terraces – one on the rooftop and one on the ground floor – with the former giving you incredible views of London.

Getting to the office: Pimlico station is 0.3 miles away and Vauxhall station is 0.6 miles away.

Central Working’s 25 Eccleston Place

Central Working’s 25 Eccleston Place

Perfectly placed between Sloane Square and Victoria in the comely Eccleston Yards development, this modern workspace has a comprehensive events calendar that all members can take advantage of.

Good to know: The pet-friendly office has an outdoor terrace, a kitchen and a bar which serve up an array of snacks and drinks to power your working day.

Getting to the office: Victoria station is 0.2 miles away and Sloane Square is 0.4 miles away. Enquire about Central Working’s 25 Eccleston Place.

Spaces’ 25 Wilton Road

Spaces’ 25 Wilton Road

This enviably-located office space is just a stone’s throw away from Westminster and Belgravia. The workspaces are open, collaborative and designed to inspire. Along with a host of networking events, you’ll have super-fast Wi-Fi and the fully serviced office experience.

Good to know: You’ll have on-site IT support, breakout spaces, communal areas and 24/7 access.

Getting to the office: Victoria station is 0.1 miles away and St James’s Park station is 0.5 miles away.

Myo’s 123 Victoria Street

Myo’s 123 Victoria Street

Perfectly situated among the bustle of Victoria Street, this workspace is surrounded by cafes, restaurants and shops. Inside the space, floor-to-ceiling windows fill the office with natural light. The space includes indoor phone booths, socials, bike storage and showers.

Good to know: Myo offers bespoke design fit-outs, allowing you to choose what type of theme you’d like from a selection of options.

Getting to the office: Victoria station is 0.2 miles away and St James’s Park station is 0.3 miles away.