Runway East brings flexible workspace to Bath

Flexible workspace operator Runway East has signed a deal for 23,000 sq ft of workspace in Kings Court, Bath.

In a 20-year partnership with Abrdn, the space sits within the Grade II listed building on Parsonage Lane in the city centre.

The new site represents Runway East’s third hub in the South West and its second with partner Abrdn, the other being their 45,000 sq ft joint venture, Runway East Bloomsbury.

Abrdn joins L&G, GPE, Peer Group and Soho Estates in being landlords who have opened sites with Runway East, which is also the largest operator of flexible workspace in Bristol.

Natasha Guerra, CEO of Runway East, said, “Bath is internationally known for its UNESCO World Heritage status. It is regularly featured as one of the best places to live, work and visit – so we are thrilled to offer our services here!

“We’re also thrilled Abrdn have chosen us to partner with them on a second site – we pride ourselves on delivering for our landlords. [B&NES] Council have an ambitious ‘Renewal 2030’ vision, which includes facilitating and supporting SMEs to create a fairer, greener, creative and connected region. We’re delighted to do our bit, by creating workplaces that facilitate productivity and places people want to work.”

Peter Tomley, Deputy Fund Manager from Abrdn, added, “We’re really pleased to welcome Runway East to King’s Court, Bath. With a business model to create the best possible environment for startups and scaleups, as well as established businesses looking for more flexible office solutions, their product is a great addition to the city, playing both to the region’s growth agenda whilst also providing the fund with long term, durable income.”

The site will be phased in its opening, with doors opening in spring 2025, with desks priced from £385+VAT.