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Finding business premises

There are a number of options available within Essex for businesses of all sizes looking for business premises. Whether you are setting up a company and looking for a first office, relocating to the county or expanding, the following services can provide assistance in a variety of ways.

Essex Enterprise Centres

Essex Enterprise Centres enable new businesses to access affordable business premises and business support. There are Enterprise Centres in Clacton and Basildon. Additionally, the Colchester Business Enterprise Agency (Colbea), funded by Colchester and Tendring Borough Councils and the East of England Development Agency, provides office space for new businesses amongst a wide range of services.

Essex Technology and Innovation Centre

Located just outside Ongar, the Centre provides floorspace for new businesses as well as a range of expert advice and academic and commercial contacts. 

INVEST Essex

For businesses of all sizes looking for premises, whether starting up, expanding or looking to relocate, Invest Essex has a property search that provides details of available sites across the county. 

University of Essex Business Hub

The University of Essex operates the Business Hub at its Southend campus. Through the Hub, the University of Essex provides a range of facilities to businesses from conference rooms to an incubation centre providing space and support for new businesses. The University of Essex also provides conference and event facilities and on site business support.