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Is there a co-working / desk space for web/media types in surbiton? I'd like to set one up.

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mattyk
29 weeks ago...

I've posted an ad on this in the classifieds section, but I'm also interested to hear peoples thoughts.

I'm a freelance web guy, who's staring to feel the a pinch of cabin fever that goes with home working. I'm totally inspired by Tech Hub in london that offers co-working space for like minded Tech and media types, but having spent 20% of my working life commuting, I'm looking for one in surbiton.

Does anyone know if such a place exists? And would anyone be interested in getting involved - I'd like to set one up.

The concept is to pull together a band of like minded people who can share some common work space. Simple, but the benefits will be huge. Networking, idea sharing and low costs (lower than a monthly travel card to london!)

I have already found a very simple but cool studio workspace, I've 2 or 3 potential co-workers in the pipeline but am looking for another 8 people to make it fly.

This is a not for profit venture. I'm only interested in creating a nice environment to work and I think there are enough people in Surbiton and Kingston make this possible.

Please let me know your thoughts below - and get in touch if you are interested. Matt - 07968 443407

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Anonymous, 4 weeks ago...

The space looks really nice in your ad, very bright and stylish. I am currently renting a desk in Surb for £280pm but the space isn't amazing and would be embarrassed to bring clients here to be honest... Your idea sounds great unfortunately I am tied into a 3 month notice contract so may be in touch after then if there is space available...
I think a lot of home workers find cabin fever, lack of social interaction to be an issue particularly after a year or so. I think your ideas is a good one and sure it will be popular. Will pass on to any one I know looking for space.
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Anonymous, 2 weeks ago...

That's great news. We've had some interest but we're still looking for someone.

We've put together this video to show it off a bit

http://db.tt/BFlyyj2U

Even if you're thinking for the future, drop us a line and come over for a coffee. It's always good to know more home workers in Surbiton if nothing else.

Matt 07968 443407
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shbib, 5 days ago...

Hi Matt,

I'm interested but that link's not working currently.

Cheers
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Anonymous, 6 weeks ago...

There is now - check this out

http://www.gumtree.com/p/flats-houses/flexible-and-fun-deskspace--office...

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