10 things you didn't know about Cheltenham's Hub8 workspace

Hub8 is one of Cheltenham's leading coworking and innovation spaces, bringing together a diverse range of businesses from tech start-ups to creative agencies and hyperscalers. SoGlos finds out more about some of the surprising things on offer.

By Emma Luther  |  Published
Many know the distinctive Hub8MX in Cheltenham but few know what goes on behind the doors.

The dynamic work environment at Cheltenham's Hub8 has been designed to transform business productivity, collaboration and growth. 

Workers can make use of facilities at Hub8 MX and Hub8 GC, making the most of its flexible, community-driven workspaces. And there are plenty of reasons that you might not have been aware of to check out the spaces. Dive in to our hotlist to discover just what they are!

Moosh coffee shop at Hub8

Hub8 MX is home to Moosh, one of Cheltenham's best speciality coffee shops. 

Moosh is open to the public and offers speciality roast coffees as well as an array of sweet treats.

The independent coffee shop is one of only a few coffee shops in Cheltenham to serve Clifton Coffee. 

It's also popular for its indulgent hot chocolates. There are bagels, toasties and iced drinks on the menu, too.

Quality catering and event services at Hub8

Event packages at Hub8 cater for a variety of budgets with tea, coffee and refreshments served along with a comprehensive catering service, too. 


There are bespoke catering packages available for all events, as well as pre-organised packages which include:

  • Bronze Package (up to 49 people) for £250, making it ideal for intimate gatherings, workshops and small team meetings.
  • Silver Package (50 to 99 people) for £500. It's perfect for mid-sized events that require more space and additional services.
  • Gold Package (more than 100 people) for £1,000. This premium package is designed for larger-scale events, offering an all-inclusive experience with high-quality services and personalised touches.

Flexible event hire at Hub8

The main event space at Hub8 MX accommodates up to 150 seated or 200 standing guests with comprehensive AV setup, stage, projectors and technical support. 


Multiple layout options include theatre style, conference, boardroom and horseshoe configurations. 


Additional spaces include The Growth Hub on the ground floor and the boardroom on the first floor with full AV. 


There's also a members lounge on the second floor with a balcony overlooking Minster Gardens.


Valuable membership benefits to Hub8’s network of locations in Cheltenham

There are many benefits to Hub8 membership, including multi-location access. One membership works across both Hub8 locations in the town centre and at Gloucestershire College.

With rolling monthly contracts, there are no long-term commitments, so businesses can scale up or down as needed. It's also great value. Hot desks start from £40 per month.

The range of private offices cater for four people right up to 40 people and there are part-time office options with two to three-day-a-week packages available.

What many people don't know is that members get access to Plexal London at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Through a reciprocal partnership established in 2020, Hub8 members gain access to the UK's largest innovation centre, connecting with a diverse community of professionals across multiple industries.

Community collaboration at Hub8

Hub8 serves as a hub for Cheltenham's technology and digital sectors, hosting a community of more than 500 professionals from more than 60 companies. 


The space facilitates collaboration between industry, academia and government. This includes a partnership with The Growth Hub for business support services.


There's also a connection to Advanced Digital Academy (ADA) at the Hub8 GC location that's delivered in partnership with Gloucestershire College for talent pipeline.


  • CyNam offers a partnership for major tech initiatives and events, too.

  • Regular community events at Hub8

    Monthly networking breakfast events at Hub8, such as Cyber Sips, consistently sell out. 

    Cyber fusion brings students together with startups and scale-ups for mentorship. 

    And founder roundtables include industry expert talks and discussions, plus, a brand-new event series is launching in 2026  set to be revealed very soon.

    Strategic locations for Hub8 bases

    Hub8 MX is in the heart of Cheltenham town centre on Chester Walk, close to car parks, Royal Well Bus Station (five minutes away) and Cheltenham Spa Railway Station (15 minutes away).

    Hub8 GC is based at Gloucestershire College’s Cheltenham campus, adjacent to GCHQ with onsite parking.

    Professional facilities at Hub8

    Hub8 offers a turn-key solution – it exists so business owners can focus on growing their business. There are bespoke packages for each member depending on their needs.

    Members can use secure bike racks and shower facilities to stay refreshed. And once the working day starts, meeting rooms with superfast WiFi are fully kitted out. There's also coffee, tea, biscuits and fruit included in Hub8 membership.

    Phone booths provide privacy for calls and when teams want to connect there are breakout spaces and collaboration zones to encourage teamwork.

    More than just technology at Hub8

    While Hub8 is known as a tech hub, the community spans far beyond  from creative agencies and consultants through to educational content creators and financial services. 


    The 60-plus companies that use Hub8 represent a diverse mix of industries and they all benefit from the collaborative ecosystem and cross-sector connections.

     

    Hub8 - where Cheltenham does business

    Since launching in 2019, Hub8 has played a strategic role to help establish Cheltenham as a global centre for secure technologies ahead of the £1 billion Golden Valley development


    Hub8 has attracted global companies to develop a footprint in the town; from startups to hyperscalers, SMEs to freelancers, it is home to companies of all sizes. 


    Both Hub8 locations are delivered in partnership; Hub8 MX in partnership with Cheltenham Borough Council and Hub8 GC in partnership with Gloucestershire College, as Hub8 supports inclusive economic growth for Cheltenham and the south west. 

    In partnership with Hub8  |  hub8and.co

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