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About Paddington
Nestled between two parks, Paddington is a thriving business district, housing a wide range of companies in flexible offices in the area. It is home to one of the oldest and most active train stations in the UK – this exciting location is also one of the best-connected areas in London. With so many fantastic amenities on the doorstep and an increasing number of developments cropping up in the area in recent years, Paddington is a vibrant place to work.
As a result of the history of the area and modern expansion projects, Paddington’s architecture is a mix of Georgian terraced residences, Victorian cottages and stylish new apartment blocks near to the canal. Paddington has a number of popular landmarks in its vicinity, including Hyde Park, the Paddington Basin, Kensington Palace and Paddington Recreation Ground to name just a few. Situated in the City of Westminster, it has undergone masses of regeneration over the last decade, to make use of disused areas and properties after years of neglect. Today, it is a vibrant business district in an enviable position, close to London’s main areas.
A number of large brands are settled in Paddington, including hospitality companies and telecommunications businesses. While the commercial focus of the region is the station, businesses in the retail, food and drink, and hospitality sectors can really thrive here. A wide range of sectors can certainly benefit from the fantastic transport links and facilities that offices in the area provide.
It is an area that is famous for more than a duffel coat-wearing bear – it is also where several members of the Royal family were born, where penicillin was discovered at St Mary’s Hospital and where Isambard Kingdom Brunel designed its world-famous station.
Paddington Office Space
From small teams to companies requiring space for 500 members of staff, Paddington provides commercial space to suit businesses of all different sizes on a serviced or managed capacity. Flexible leases give companies the option to choose terms that suit their needs, with both private and shared spaces available to accommodate different office requirements.
Paddington provides contemporary and spacious office solutions for businesses in a host of different sectors. The nearby transport links are less than a five-minute walk away in many cases, making it easy for commuters to get to and from work each day, as well as for client meetings elsewhere in the city. The Colonnades NCP, Bell Street car park and Queensway Masterpark provide parking facilities for staff driving in to the office each day.
Nearby Areas
Westbourne Green sits to the west of Paddington, while Palace Green sits at the south and Marylebone can be found in the east. It is bounded in the south by Bayswater.
Transport Links
In addition to Paddington Station itself, the area is well-connected to the rest of London and beyond via a range of transport connections, making Paddington an excellent location to rent office space. Underground services include Bakerloo, District, Circle and Hammersmith and City lines – there are two other Underground stations close to Paddington, which are Edgware Road and Lancaster Gate. A trip to Kings Cross will take you just 11 minutes and from Lancaster Gate, a journey to Bank will take just 14 minutes.
Frequent and reliable bus routes provide easy access to other parts of the capital, including Liverpool Street, Chiswick, Lewisham and Acton, as well as numerous taxis. From Paddington, commuters can be in the City in just 20 minutes and the West End in ten. Direct express routes to Heathrow Airport also mean that workers in this area can be at the airport in 30 minutes. Gatwick, Stansted and London City Airports are all accessible via rail links as well.
Eateries and Entertainment
Paddington offers a wide selection of eateries in the immediate area, as well as quick connections to nearby neighbourhoods for even more choice. From French cuisine and high-end Indian restaurants to chains such as ASK Italian and Nando’s, Paddington offers a diverse mix of cuisines to suit all tastes and budgets.
Sheldon Square is renowned for its choice of restaurants while independent markets and cafés can be found dotted around the area, in addition to stylish stores and charming parks for midday wanders. For after-work drinks, the Paddington Basin and Little Venice make a great location, while Praed Street is great if you want to do some shopping. There are also two Royal Parks nearby, perfect for getting out of the office and enjoying a relaxing walk among the hustle and bustle of the city.
