Patch to open flagship workspace in one of UK’s ‘most exciting cities to start a business’

Set to open this winter, Patch Gloucester will be the firm’s sixth and largest site, and its first to be hosted in a new build commercial development.
 
It will offer office and event space for both one-off events and short or long-term rent to individuals and teams, giving users the chance to meet other like-minded people with the aim of boosting Gloucester’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
 
It will be able to host over 100 businesses and 500 members and offer private offices, coworking studios, dedicated desks, and members’ lounges. There will also be publicly bookable meeting rooms and production studios.
 
Boasting more than 1000 members across the country and hosting everyone from large tech companies to self-employed freelancers, its aim is to offer beautifully designed spaces where people can be part of a vibrant community.
 
And as a certified B-Corp, a mark of social and environment sustainability, the company is also committed to supporting the local community through hosting events, initiatives, and building strong partnerships.
 
Freddie Fforde, founder of Patch, said: “Gloucester is fast becoming one of the UK’s most exciting places to start and grow a business. With its thriving startup ecosystem, strong university links, and a creative energy deeply rooted in the city’s character, it’s full of momentum.
“At Patch, we want to help that energy flourish. We’re creating a welcoming city-centre space where local people, ambitious founders, community projects, and bold ideas can come together, collaborate, and thrive.”
 
Patch is the second tenant announced for The Forum, a £107m mixed-used development being brought forward by Gloucester City Council in partnership with developers Reef + Partners. 
It is set to offer 135,000 sq ft of Grade A office space, a boutique hotel, a 393-space car park with 41 electric vehicle charging points, residential apartments and retail space.
 
Cllr Jeremy Hilton, leader of Gloucester City Council, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Patch to Gloucester. Along with current tenants Fasthosts they share our vision for the city and see its massive potential to grow and attract talent. With the opening of the university city campus, the ongoing completion of the Forum and huge amounts of continuing regeneration of the city, this is a very exciting time for Gloucester.”
 
Peter Langly-Smith, managing director at Reef + Partners, said: “The Forum’s aim is to transform the city centre into a vibrant hub for business growth, and Patch will play a key part in this. Their inspiring workspaces will allow businesses, start-ups and entrepreneurs to be part of this innovation ecosystem.”
 
Centrally located by Kings Square and next to the new University of Gloucestershire city campus, The Forum is a short walk from Gloucester bus and train stations with excellent transport links.
 
Patch’s B Corp certification makes it the perfect fit for The Forum which has a BREEAM Excellent rating, is net zero carbon in operation and hosts the South West’s largest living wall.
 
Patch will offer a range of flexible membership options, from fully serviced offices to part-time coworking memberships, starting at £99+VAT per month.
 
To find out more or register interest, visit https://www.patch.work/locations/gloucester.