OCEAN VILLAGE INNOVATION CENTRE
Flexible Coworking Space in Southampton
Escape the home office and work in a professional, energising environment alongside a community of ambitious businesses. Ocean Village Innovation Centre’s coworking space in Southampton’s Ocean Village Marina offers flexible options for freelancers, remote workers and small teams who want more than just a desk.
Choose Your Way of Working
Whether you need flexibility by the day or a permanent desk to call your own, Ocean Village Innovation Centre has a coworking option that fits.
Daily Hotdesks
The most flexible way to work at Ocean Village Innovation Centre. Book a desk for the day, turn up when you need to, and work in a professional environment without any commitment.
- Choose from available desks in our shared workspace
- Available weekdays from 8:30am to 5:00pm, excluding bank holidays
- Superfast Wi-Fi included
- Kitchen access with complimentary tea and coffee
- Pay only for the days you use
£10 per day (plus VAT)
Dedicated Desk
Your own permanent desk in our shared workspace. Perfect for those who work regularly and want the consistency of a fixed space, with all the community benefits of coworking.
- Your own desk with lockable storage
- 24-hour access, seven days a week
- Business mailing address
- Professional reception services
- Superfast Wi-Fi included
- Kitchen access with complimentary tea and coffee
- Free one-to-one business support included
- Access to all centre events at no extra charge
£200 per month (plus VAT)
BUSINESS SUPPORT
Celebrating 15 Years of Supporting Businesses
Ocean Village Innovation Centre has been supporting businesses across the Solent region since 2010. Every coworking member has access to our dedicated Business Growth Manager, free networking events and a community of businesses to connect and grow with.
- Business Growth Manager support
- Funding guidance
- Marketing support
- Recruitment advice
- Networking opportunities
- Workshops and events
BETTER TOGETHER
Join a Collaborative Business Community
Coworking at Ocean Village Innovation Centre means joining a community, not just renting a desk. Our occupiers include businesses from marine, technology, engineering and professional services. Connections form naturally here, and many of our members count the relationships they build as one of the most valuable parts of being based at Ocean Village Innovation Centre.
BENEFITS
Why Businesses Choose Ocean Village Innovation Centre
Flexible office
agreements
24/7 secure
access
Superfast
Wi-Fi
Free parking
& EV charging
Fully equipped shared workspace
Meeting room
access
Business support
included
Networking
& events
Kitchen &
breakout areas
Professional
reception
MORE THAN JUST WORKSPACE
Additional Services
Available on Request
Use Ocean Village Innovation Centre as your Companies House Registered Address for an extra £10 per month, ensuring official mail is securely handled while maintaining a credible business presence. Contact the team to find out more.
LOCATION
Prime Southampton Marina Location
Located in Ocean Village Marina within the Solent Freeport, Ocean Village Innovation Centre places your business in one of Southampton’s most dynamic commercial addresses. Enjoy waterside surroundings, strong transport links, and easy access to a collaborative business network.
Getting here
- 10 minutes to Southampton Central station
- 15 minutes to Southampton Airport
- 90 minutes to London Waterloo by train
- Direct access from the M27, M3 and A33
On your doorstep
- Restaurants, cafés, a cinema and a hotel within walking distance
- On-site parking with EV charging
- Multi-storey car park directly opposite for visitors
- Bike racks on site
Business advantages
- Located within the Solent Freeport for unique trading and investment benefits
- Close to the National Oceanography Centre and University of Southampton
- Part of the Oxford Innovation Space network of 30+ UK & Ireland centres
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will I have a dedicated desk when coworking at Ocean Village Innovation Centre?
A. Ocean Village Innovation Centre offers two coworking options. Hot desk members can choose any available desk in the shared workspace each day, while dedicated desk members have their own fixed desk with lockable storage.
Q. When can I access coworking space at Ocean Village Innovation Centre on a pay-as-you-go basis?
A. Pay-as-you-go coworking access is available Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. Dedicated desk members benefit from 24/7 access to the building.
Q. Can I hire desks for my business?
A. Yes. Businesses can hire multiple dedicated desks for their team, making Ocean Village Innovation Centre a practical satellite office or flexible workspace solution for hybrid teams.
Q. Can I upgrade to a private office as my team grows?
A. Absolutely. Many of our coworking members have grown into private offices within the building. We make the transition as straightforward as possible.
Q. Can I use Ocean Village Innovation Centre as my registered business address?
A. Yes. A business mailing address is included with dedicated desk membership. Hotdesk users can add this as an optional extra. A Companies House registered address is also available for an additional £10 per month.
Q. Is there parking?
A. Free on-site parking is available for all Ocean Village Innovation Centre members, with EV charging points. A multi-storey car park is directly opposite for additional visitor parking. Bike racks are also available on site.
OCEAN VILLAGE INNOVATION CENTRE
Join Southampton’s thriving community of future-facing businesses
Book your free tour today and discover how Ocean Village Innovation Centre can help your business grow with confidence.