A new chapter for small firms and freelancers has begun after a dedicated workspace threw open its doors to the public, signalling fresh ambition for the town’s growing business community.
Tiverton WorkHub officially opened on Tuesday, February 17 alongside the Tiverton Pannier Market car park, bringing together entrepreneurs, remote workers and residents who supported the project from its inception. The launch event marked both a formal opening and a celebration of the collaboration behind the scheme.
The facility has been created as a space for productivity, collaboration and growth, offering independent workers and businesses a professional environment in which to work and connect.
Simon Lloyd, hub manager, said: “The hub is here to support new and established businesses, give independent workers somewhere to work with focus, and provide a focal point for networking and business events in the region.
“We want it to be a place where ideas grow, partnerships form and local businesses feel genuinely supported.”
The opening represents a long-term investment in the town’s entrepreneurial network. Alongside flexible workspace, the hub plans to host regular networking opportunities, workshops and events aimed at strengthening the local economy and encouraging sustainable growth.
The initiative is driven by SiGNAL, the organisation behind the facility. It provides online and in-person support to small businesses through a network of experts and experienced business owners, offering mentoring, knowledge sharing and practical guidance to those starting or scaling a business.
The WorkHub now serves as a physical extension of that support network, bringing together digital services and in-person collaboration.
Architect David McNicol described the building as “a bright, modern space designed to support local businesses”.
He added: “It has been a fantastic result and a pleasure to work alongside Mid Devon District Council and construction company Arque.”
The partnership between SiGNAL, Mid Devon District Council and Arque underpinned the project, with organisers saying the aim is to create a contemporary workspace suited to start-ups, sole traders and remote employees.
As the town continues to evolve, the WorkHub is intended to provide infrastructure, expertise and a professional community for small businesses across Mid Devon.
With the doors now open, organisers say the hub is positioned to become a central meeting point for enterprise and innovation in the area.
Would have been useful if the article had informed the readers where it is in Tiverton and what if any services are using it, where would you go to book a space etc.
That is how word spreads within the community for support.
I will google!
Agreed, my first thought, where is it?