The state-of-the-art space has a range of facilities including co-working studios, a bar and wellness lounge
A huge new workspace in Gloucester has officially opened for use. Patch Gloucester is a 17,000 sq ft space that is part of the £107m Forum regeneration scheme in the town’s centre.
The co-working space is Patch’s largest to date and its first within a new mixed-use development. The space includes private offices and co-working studios alongside publicly bookable meeting rooms and event spaces.
Freddie Fforde, founder of Patch, said: “I’m excited to open our largest Patch right in the heart of Gloucester. Being part of this ambitious city project to revitalise an important Gloucester neighbourhood is a real privilege.
“Patch will create meaningful impact by providing a vibrant home for businesses and community groups, attracting fresh talent and driving new opportunities for work and culture across the city.”
The Forum development is led by Gloucester City Council in partnership with Reef + Partners and includes 135,000 sq ft of Grade A office space, a four-star Hotel Indigo (IHG Hotels), a 393-space car park with 41 EV charging points, residential apartments and retail units.
Cllr Jeremy Hilton, leader of Gloucester City Council, said: “We’re delighted to see Patch opening at The Forum – a significant milestone for both this game-changing development and Gloucester’s wider regeneration.
“In opening their flagship office in Gloucester this fast-growing, dynamic company shares our vision and confidence in our city’s future growth.
“Patch will create exciting opportunities for entrepreneurs and community groups, attract fresh talent, and bring even more jobs and activity into the heart of the city.”
Patch Gloucester includes a range of facilities including a members’ lounge and bar; a wellness lounge for coaching and therapy sessions; and a content creation studio for podcast production. There are also private phone booths and tea-points with complimentary coffee.
The workspace features an original textile artwork called ‘Gloucester Patchwork’ by Stroud-based artist Clemency Calkin, while prints by local artists Alice Brisland and Marcus Walters are also on display.
Leading the space is Laura Griffiths, a Gloucester local, alongside team members Clive Bremner and Hettie Gardner.
Ms Griffiths, director of Patch Gloucester, said: “Patch combines big ambition with local warmth. I’m passionate about creating a space where businesses – from emerging creatives to scale-ups – can thrive. We’re already welcoming a great mix of organisations, and I can’t wait to see the space come alive with activity, energy and inspiring ideas.”
Peter Langly-Smith, managing director at Reef + Partners, added: “The opening of Patch Gloucester is a major milestone for The Forum. Patch brings energy, creativity and community to the development and plays a key role in establishing The Forum as a vibrant destination for business growth in the city centre.”
