For multi-sector teams, the right location keeps hybrid working running smoothly
If you manage a hybrid team across different roles, disciplines, or sectors, your workspace has to work hard. It needs to support:
varied working patterns
collaboration days and quiet focus
team meetings and one-to-ones
accessibility for different commutes
culture and connection - without forcing presence
DeskLodge offers two Bristol locations - Temple Meads and City Centre (Beacon Tower), both designed for flexible working, but suited to different operational needs.
This guide helps multi-sector team leads choose the location that best fits how their team actually works.
The high-level difference
Temple Meads is best for multi-sector teams that prioritise:
easy access for regional and hybrid staff
predictable collaboration days
calmer, structured environments
operational efficiency
Beacon Tower suits multi-sector teams that benefit from:
city-centre accessibility
strong in-person connection
collaboration and energy
team engagement and culture
Both locations support hybrid working, the difference is how they support it.
Temple Meads: best for accessibility, structure, and focus
DeskLodge Temple Meads is a strong option for multi-sector teams with varied locations and working patterns.
Commuting & accessibility
Temple Meads is ideal if your team:
includes people commuting from outside Bristol
gathers in person less frequently but intentionally
needs a central, low-friction meeting point
works hybrid by default
Being right next to Bristol Temple Meads station makes attendance easier and more inclusive, especially for cross-functional teams.
Reducing travel complexity is often key to successful hybrid working.
Working environment & layout
Temple Meads offers:
calmer working zones
clear separation between focus and collaboration
strong availability of meeting rooms
layouts that support planning and delivery
This environment suits:
operational roles
project teams
delivery and programme work
structured collaboration days
Best for multi-sector teams that:
are spread geographically
meet in person on set days
value focus and predictability
prioritise operational flow
run planning or delivery-heavy sessions
Beacon Tower: best for collaboration, connection, and engagement
DeskLodge Beacon Tower sits in the heart of Bristol’s city centre and offers a more social and energetic working environment.
City-centre convenience
Beacon Tower works well if your team:
is largely Bristol-based
benefits from easy walk-in access
meets in person more frequently
values proximity to amenities, cafes, and transport
City-centre accessibility can make spontaneous collaboration easier for hybrid teams.
Collaboration & community
Beacon Tower is known for:
vibrant communal spaces
spontaneous conversations
strong community energy
informal collaboration
For multi-sector teams, this environment can help:
strengthen team bonds
make collaboration days more engaging
encourage cross-disciplinary thinking
Hybrid teams often benefit from environments people genuinely enjoy coming into*.*
Best for multi-sector teams that:
rely on in-person collaboration
value team connection and morale
want to build culture through presence
benefit from social energy
work across creative, commercial, or people-focused roles
Comparing Temple Meads and Beacon Tower for multi-sector teams
Accessibility
Temple Meads: ideal for regional and hybrid commutes
Beacon Tower: ideal for city-based teams
Focus vs energy
Temple Meads: calm, structured, focus-led
Beacon Tower: lively, collaborative, energetic
Meeting rooms
Both locations offer professional, hybrid-ready meeting rooms suitable for:
team days
all-hands meetings
planning sessions
workshops
client or partner meetings
Temple Meads often suits:
longer, structured sessions
Beacon Tower often suits:
collaborative and creative workshops
Explore meeting rooms: https://www.desklodge.com/meeting-rooms
Community feel
Temple Meads: professional, focused, supportive
Beacon Tower: social, diverse, community-driven
Can multi-sector teams use both locations?
Yes, and many do.
Some teams:
use Temple Meads for larger, planned team days
meet clients or collaborators at Beacon Tower
rotate locations based on project needs
adapt their setup as working patterns evolve
DeskLodge memberships are designed to support this kind of flexibility.
Explore memberships: https://www.desklodge.com/memberships
FAQs
Which location is better for hybrid teams?
Both support hybrid working, Temple Meads for accessibility, Beacon Tower for engagement.
Which suits cross-functional teams best?
Temple Meads often works well for structured collaboration; Beacon Tower suits creative, people-led teams.
Are meeting rooms hybrid-ready at both locations?
Yes, all meeting rooms support high-quality hybrid collaboration.
Can we change locations later?
Yes, DeskLodge memberships flex as your needs change.
Is one location more formal than the other?
Temple Meads feels more structured; Beacon Tower feels more social.
Choosing the DeskLodge that fits your team’s hybrid rhythm
Choose Temple Meads if your multi-sector team values:
accessibility
focus
predictability
structured collaboration
regional inclusivity
Choose Beacon Tower if your multi-sector team thrives on:
collaboration
connection
city-centre energy
culture and morale
in-person engagement
Both locations support modern hybrid teams, the right choice is the one that best supports how your team comes together.
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