A Guide to Working in Manchester
Manchester is one of the coolest cities in the North, if not the entire country. With a two hugely successful football teams, a major musical background featuring some of the greatest British bands of the last century, and a hugely popular nightlife scene, Manchester is without a doubt one of the best places to be.
Whether you’re just hot desking for the week and need help with your Manchester coworking plans or relocating permanently, here’s our guide to working in Manchester, and why we think you definitely should.
Why Should You Work in Manchester?
There’s a variety of reasons that Manchester is the place to work, but besides its hugely successful cultural sector, great transport links and bustling nightlife, it also has a much lower cost of living when compared with other major cities such as London. It’s a fantastic place for professionals to set up shop as it’s the second largest hub of both creative and digital industry within Europe, and with its University being ranked as one of the best in the country, the businesses that surround it are of the same calibre, including the Banking sector, which is one of the city’s major employers.
What Services do Spacepool Offer in Manchester?
We have over 100 different spaces available to rent long or short term in the City. From single person pods to 35+ Ideation Suites for the entire team, there’s a variety of choice to suit all businesses.
Are Manchester Day Passes Available?
Yes, we offer Manchester coworking day passes from as little as £18 per day and cancellation notices as short as 1 day, perfect for those last-minute meetings that require flexibility and a dynamic timetable.
The Benefits
Culture
From tiny clubs like Rebellion, home to thousands of underground music artists to the massive BEC Arena, which has seen huge artists, conventions and events, Manchester’s Culture is like no other. Despite only being the 5th largest city in the UK, the capital of the North has produced some of the most successful bands ever, including Oasis, the Stone Roses, The Smiths (including frontman Morrisey) and The Verve. Art and music have always been at the heart of Manchester’s soul, and with 10 Museums, 12 art galleries, you’ll never be short of things to fall in love with. For those who love their architecture, the city also offers the beautiful Manchester Cathedral situated on Victoria Street, a stunning Gothic Grade 1 listed building built in the 15th century.
Transport
One of the most straight forward cities to navigate, the core of Manchester’s local is it’s Metrolink Tram system, with almost 100 stops across the city, making it a breeze to get around no matter where you’re based. For longer journeys, the Manchester Piccadilly train station offers journeys across the whole country, and with Manchester Airport only 9 miles outside of the city centre, it’s perfect for international travel too. For those people looking to go green, or that just love a cycle, it also has miles and miles of specially designed infrastructure to allow cyclists safe passage throughout the city.
Accommodation
Property prices and rentals are considerably more affordable than many other major European cities, despite offering a better quality of life and a variety of entertainment and culture. The average house price in Manchester is almost half that of London, with the average house price being around £250,000 for a home and around £1,100 for a rental.
Leisure Activities
With a massive 9 shopping centres, Manchester has more than you could ever need in terms of nightlife, retail therapy and days out. For the fitness conscious, there’s over 40 gyms in the city, more than almost anywhere else in the country, 8 outdoor running tracks, and 2 football stadiums you may have heard of, meaning you’re covered no matter your sport of choice.
Browse Spacepool’s Manchester Coworking Solutions
With thousands of different spaces available up and down the country, Spacepool has everything you need to find that perfect location. From open plan creative hubs for the whole team to privacy focused pods for that important call or pitch meeting, Spacepool's coworking solutions has it all. Whether you’re Coworking in Manchester or hotdesking in London, we’ve got you covered.