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9 comfortable & creative coworking spaces in the North East
Work-life can be a little lonely when you freelance, consult, or hold a remote post. Coworking spaces offer a flexible and affordable alternative to working from home — somewhere you can both socialise and focus, and get the creative juices flowing.
This list covers the most comfortable and creative coworking spaces in the North East. They’re all great for different reasons so, when choosing one for you, make sure to:
- Look at their opening hours. You don’t want to be getting kicked out at 4pm if you’re in meetings ’till 5.30pm.
- Check for call booths. If your role tends to involve lots of calls or meetings, you’ll want a workspace that offers privacy.
- Ask for a free day trial. Taking a coworking space for a (free) spin is the best way to see if it works for you.
Cobalt Studios, Newcastle
Coworking spaces don’t get much more creative than this. Housed on the top floor of Cobalt Studios — an independent arts, gigs, and events venue in Newcastle’s trendy Ouseburn Valley — Cobalt’s dedicated coworking space has all the essentials (and then a little more).
There are plenty of monitors to plug into, barista-made coffee (a payable extra), and the (incredibly cool) furniture was made by hand by one of the venue’s founders. There’s a large sunny balcony with seating and a wood-burning fire for those days when the North East weather just can’t make up its mind!
Coworking: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
10 Boyd St, Shieldfield, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1AP
Wizu Workspace, Newcastle
Wizu is a group of serviced office and coworking spaces across northern England. Their Newcastle venue sits in Portland House, opposite the Laing Gallery, and offers a bright, airy, and modern workspace.
If your role requires a risk-free WiFi connection, Portland House is the only building in Newcastle with its own private, backup power provision — so you’ll never get disconnected!
Coworking: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm
New Bridge St West, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8A
Racquets Court, Newcastle
When you need total flexibility, think Racquets Court. Coworkers can drop in and use the space as needed, as desks are bookable per hour as well as per day. There’s also a discounted ‘School hours access’ package from 9.30am – 2.30pm.
The space itself has been restored with respect to its 130-year history; there’s a stunning, original Victorian spiral staircase and glass ceiling, plus modern showers, meeting rooms, and outdoor balcony seating.
Coworking: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
3 College Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8JG
Cubo, Newcastle
If it’s views you’re after, then check out Cubo. This is a big venue spanning over 750,000 sq feet of office and coworking space and boasting panoramic views of Newcastle city centre. Again, Cubo has venues across a lot of the UK including Manchester, Edinburgh, and London. So if you tend to travel with your role, this could be a good group to join.
And if you need 24/7 access to a workspace then Cubo’s Hot Desk membership has you covered.
Coworking: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
Bank House, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6QF
Space @, Whitley Bay
Not fancying a trip into town? Space @ in Whitley Bay is more on the homely side versus some of the bigger venues on this list. It still offers everything you’d need though, with a dedicated focus on supporting freelancers, remote workers, and local businesses with a real sense of community.
Coworkers can choose from several hot desks for £25/day (take your pick between vintage mahogany writing tables and modern, standing desks) and there’s also a ‘dedicated desk’ package for those needing 24/7 access.
Coworking: Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm
189, 224, 226, and 228 Park View, Whitley Bay, NE26 3QR
BIC, Sunderland
BIC is a happy middle ground between an open-plan office and the privacy of a desk.
This venue feels a little more on the corporate side compared to other coworking spaces in the North East, but if you’re looking for somewhere to cross paths with other local founders or business people then that’s sure to happen here. There’s also an on-site nursery for children between 6 weeks and 5 years old.
Coworking: Monday to Thursday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC), Wearfield, Enterprise Park East, Sunderland, SR5 2TA
Flok, Middlesbrough
Bringing a bold approach to Boro! Flok’s ‘purpose-built zones’ cater to the many needs of a freelance or remote worker. There are private study rooms for focused work and calls, the ‘war room’ for on-site meetings, and even a podcast studio for the content creators among you.
Socialise with other ‘Flokkers’ at the venue’s numerous networking events or grab a coffee together at their bar, which uses the North East’s first-ever Modbar system for undercounter brewing.
Coworking: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
20-26 Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 1PR
Samespace, Hexham
As Samespace’s homepage says, “You need to get out more” — and they certainly make it look inviting! With day passes from only £13, this is a great option for anyone living in Hexham or the surrounding Northumberland area.
The space is warm and welcoming with a homely feel. Pop yourself up at a high table, take a seat on the kitchen bench, or get comfy in an ergonomic computer chair. Like Racquets Court, Samespace also offers ‘Schoolday coworking’ which helps you save money on access between 9.15am and 2.45pm.
Coworking: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
4 Hencotes, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2EJ
Studio 3, Hartlepool
Part of The BIS, run by Hartlepool Borough Council, Studio 3 is a coworking space inside a restored former Post Office building. The BIS space is home to a range of different creative and local businesses including film makers, jewellery makers, a virtual reality innovator, and even a professional quilt maker — so you’re never far from inspiration!
As a coworking space, Studio 3 has everything you’d need. It’s bright and modern with a number of hot desks to choose from, bookable by the day, week, or month.
Coworking: Monday to Thursday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
13-17 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7AD
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