For Bristol’s ambitious SMEs and scale-up teams, the right workspace can make all the difference. You need somewhere that keeps your team connected, productive, and inspired - without the rigidity or costs of a traditional office.
That’s where DeskLodge Bristol comes in. With two distinctive locations; Temple Meads and Beacon Tower, we’ve built environments designed around the needs of fast-growing companies.
Each space has its own character, community, and advantages. Here’s how to decide which one will best support your team’s next stage of growth.
Temple Meads:
If your business is scaling across regions or regularly hosting partners and clients, DeskLodge Temple Meads offers unmatched convenience. Just a short walk from Bristol Temple Meads Station, it’s perfect for teams that split time between Bristol, London, and the South West.
You’ll save valuable hours on travel and make it easier for visiting clients to reach you - a key factor for fast-moving businesses where time and accessibility matter.
Beacon Tower (City Centre):
If your SME thrives on energy and collaboration, DeskLodge Beacon Tower puts you right in the heart of Bristol’s creative community. It’s surrounded by independent cafés, quick lunch spots, and after-work venues, making it ideal for teams who want to blend productivity with city life.
The central location also suits teams who cycle, walk, or bus into work - no complicated commute required.
Both spaces share the same friendly, entrepreneurial DNA that DeskLodge is known for - but the atmosphere at each has its own rhythm.
At Temple Meads, the tone is calm, focused, and purpose-driven. It’s designed for teams scaling operations, running regular client meetings, or needing quiet zones for deep work. You’ll find a professional mix of tech, finance, and partnership-based businesses that value structure and concentration.
Beacon Tower, on the other hand, is buzzing. It attracts creative, marketing, and digital teams who thrive on interaction and energy. The social layout encourages spontaneous conversations and collaboration - great for ideation sessions or when your team feeds off shared momentum.
Both locations offer a full mix of hot desks, fixed desks, private offices, and meeting rooms, designed to flex with your business as it grows.
Hot desking works for smaller teams or hybrid workers who split their time between home and office.
**Dedicated desks and private offices** offer a stable base as you scale, without long-term leases.
Meeting rooms can be booked on demand - perfect for client presentations, workshops, or investor calls.
Temple Meads often appeals to scale-ups that need privacy and reliability, while Beacon Tower suits creative SMEs who want connection, collaboration, and central buzz.
If you’re in growth mode and juggling clients, investors, and new hires, Temple Meads is the workspace that keeps you grounded and efficient.
You’ll benefit from:
Seamless transport links for regional and national travel.
Quiet, focused zones for project delivery and strategic planning.
A professional community of other scale-ups and SMEs growing fast.
Many teams begin with a flexible membership plan at Temple Meads and scale into a private office as headcount increases - a smooth progression that lets you grow without disruption.
For SMEs and scale-ups in Bristol’s creative, marketing, or tech scene, Beacon Tower’s lively, collaborative atmosphere is a natural fit.
You’ll enjoy:
A vibrant city-centre location close to everything Bristol has to offer.
A community of like-minded founders and teams to connect and share ideas with.
Easy access for local meet-ups, socials, and quick client catch-ups.
Many teams use Beacon Tower for team collaboration, brainstorming days, and recruitment interviews, taking advantage of its modern meeting rooms and dynamic open spaces.
The good news is you don’t have to choose just one.
A growing number of Bristol teams mix and match both spaces - using Temple Meads for meeting-heavy, focused workdays and Beacon Tower for creative sessions and collaboration.
That hybrid model gives your team the flexibility to work wherever they perform best, all under the DeskLodge umbrella.
Can we visit before deciding?
Absolutely. You can book a tour or day pass at either location to get a feel for the vibe, commute, and workspace options.
Do both locations have meeting rooms?
Yes - both offer bookable meeting rooms with screens, whiteboards, and all the essentials for presentations or team sessions.
Which is better for growing teams?
Temple Meads is ideal for scaling teams that need focus and easy client access; Beacon Tower suits creative, collaborative SMEs who want to stay central.
Can we switch locations later?
Definitely. DeskLodge memberships are flexible - many businesses start at one location and expand or move between the two as their needs evolve.
Whether your team’s next chapter calls for focus and growth at Temple Meads, or creativity and connection at Beacon Tower, DeskLodge Bristol gives you the flexibility to work your way.
Start small, grow fast, and thrive in spaces built for ambitious SMEs and scale-ups.
👉 Explore memberships or book a tour today to see which location feels like home for your team.
