Four ways that Serviced Offices can help businesses save money

1st June 2018

More and more companies continue to move into Serviced Offices and not without good reason. Businesses now have the opportunity to set up shop in pre-furnished, pre-decorated, often impressive Serviced Offices, cutting days of hassle out of their schedule and leaving them free to get on with business from the day they move in. No longer do they have to bring furniture, buy internet connections or paint walls, but just move in and get on with work in their new, often elegant and impressive, Serviced Office. This might seem like a luxury that only a few could afford. However, FreeOfficeFinder recognised that Serviced Offices can actually save businesses money. Given that many costs are included in the monthly bill and […]

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Teaming up with ‘Balanced Edinburgh’

15th May 2018

Balanced Edinburgh have teamed up with Kingsford Offices to provide you with access to physiotherapy, sports/remedial massage, and osteopathy. Take advantage of 20% initial assessments or book in for a free 15 minute consultation! We have a specialist team of practitioners who are able to provide a one stop shop for all your healthcare needs. We are Edinburghs leading Clinic for postural pain, persistent pain and sports injuries and can provide fast access to expert assessment and onward referral where needed to ensure that you get the fastest recovery possible. Book now and quote ‘Kingsford Office’ for 20% off initial assessments! There is no need to see your GP first, just call or email the clinic and we can arrange […]

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24 Stories in 24 Hours: Jamie’s Charity Challenge

17th July 2017

This weekend Kingsford Business Club were delighted to host Jamie Graham, a copywriter at Editions Financial, as he took on the challenge of writing 24 short stories in 24 hours (non-stop!). Jamie has always had a keen interest in writing and won a BBC Radio Scotland competition as a kid which was acted out on national radio. Since then he has written children’s stories and a novella, as well as competing the 24 hour challenge once before by writing 24 kids stories to raise funds for Bloodwise. To make the challenge more difficult this time around, Jamie started on Saturday without any ideas and his colleagues supplied prompts pulled out of a hat as the challenge unfolded. Jamie has so far raised […]

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Coworking Membership

13th June 2017

If you are considering coworking and don’t know whether it’s for you, here are a few tips to find the right membership for you and to make the most of it. 1. Choose your Coworking Space Carefully There are a huge variety of coworking spaces out there. Some are artistic and creative; attracting freelance journalists, writers, and artists. Others are more corporate and executive; attracting professionals such as lawyers, PR agents, and accountants who need a boutique space to make a good impression with clients. There ‘incubator’ coworking spaces to explore, which tend to be geared towards start-ups and young online businesses and are designed to accelerate and push companies towards success. If you want to make the most out of your […]

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10 Person Office Available at Albany Street

3rd May 2017

We are delighted to offer a spacious 10 person office at 4 Albany Street from August onwards. This office is quiet and private, with large windows so it remains a light bright space even on grey Edinburgh days.   1 2 3 4   The office will be fully furnished with high quality desks and comfortable chairs, as well as wall mounted storage. You have access to the two members kitchens on site, which are kept regularly topped up with a selection of gourmet teas and Nespresso coffees, soft drinks and cereals. Your office also includes a membership to Kingsford Business Club at 26 Dublin Street which comes with a wealth of benefits including a members discount card, discounted boardroom […]

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Coworking Abroad – The Perfect Solution for the Entrepreneurial Adventurer.

1st May 2017

In the digital age, the traditional 9 til 5 office job is increasingly becoming a thing of the past. The rise of remote working, freelancing, global coworking and self-employment over the past decade has led to the creation of a new breed of worker – the digital nomad. Needing only an internet connection to get by, the digital nomad can work from anywhere in the world. Laptop in one hand, passport in the other, he/she not bound by any location and has complete freedom. Sounds nice doesn’t it? Unfortunately, like most things, whilst the idea of remote working is romantic, the reality is often less than convenient. Firstly, there’s the price; unless you are prepared to carry a tent around […]

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Meeting Room Hire in Central Edinburgh from just £18

10th April 2017

Kingsford Office has 3 beautiful Edinburgh meeting rooms available for hire, located at Dublin Street and Albany Street (just a few minutes walk from Waverley Train Station) and our West End location at Walker Street, just moments away from Haymarket Station. The first of our meeting rooms is located within Kingsford Business Club on Dublin Street:   Or if you prefer a West End location, Walker Street is ideal for you:   Our Edinburgh meeting rooms are priced at £30 + VAT / hour, £110 + VAT for half a day or £180 + VAT for a full day. If you are a member of Kingsford Office, you receive a discounted member rate of £18 + VAT/hour, £60 + VAT […]

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The Beach Office: 6 Person Office Available in Edinburgh City Centre

8th March 2017

This office has now been taken. Please get in touch for information on other offices and coworking opportunities!   We are delighted to offer this great 6 person office at 26 Dublin Street. Located towards the back of the building, this office is quiet and private. With a classic townhouse window and dreamy beach mural, this office remains a light bright space even on grey Edinburgh days! The office is fully furnished with high quality desks and comfortable chairs, as well as wall mounted storage. You have access to the two members kitchens on site, which are kept regularly topped up with a selection of gourmet teas and Nespresso coffees, soft drinks, cereals and fresh fruit. Your office also includes a membership to Kingsford […]

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Start-up Tips: Keep Your Costs Down with a Virtual Office

27th February 2017

In this digital technology age, it really is possible to work from anywhere in the world – smart phones, laptops, tablets and a vast number of spaces offering free WiFi have enabled companies to grow from pretty much any location. That being said, there is still value to be added by establishing a professional base. Virtual offices can offer start-ups a brilliant platform to build on, without costing the earth. A virtual office bridges the gap between working from your home, coffee shops, the garden shed or your friend’s living room to having a professional premises and address. City Centre Locations, without the City Centre Price Tag A virtual office comes with all the benefits and prestige of having a city […]

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5 Valentine’s Gift Ideas for the Entrepreneur in Your Life

7th February 2017

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’ve put together some gift ideas for the entrepreneur in your life. From note taking technology to co-working inspiration, here are some great tips to boost productivity and save time (meaning more of their time can be spent with you!). 1. Bamboo Folio Help your entrepreneur to work smarter with the Bamboo Folio. You just write notes and ideas naturally with a pen on any paper, then with the push of a button, Bamboo Folio converts handwriting into “living” digital files. Because sometimes there’s no substitute for a good hand-written note! 2. Nespresso Most entrepreneurs run on coffee, so why not give the basic instant options a miss in exchange for something that is actually enjoyable to […]

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