Technology & Gaming hub in the heart of the UK Fully serviced office space and facilities tailored to supporting business growth Welcome We are the premier location in the Midlands for technology and gaming businesses requiring flexible office space; from a fixed desk in our open plan facility to enclosed offices for up to 2,000 square feet. Forward House is located in Henley-in-Arden close to the M40 and a short walk from the train station, providing convenient access to Warwick, Birmingham, Oxford and surrounding areas. Forward House is a modern fully air-conditioned, grade ‘A’ office building with a grand marble floored entrance, providing serviced office space from one workstation upwards. As part of the benefits; rent, utility bills, air-conditioning, furniture, fit-out and cleaning are all part of the inclusive price you pay for serviced office space. Compared with conventional office space, the all-inclusive rate offers significant savings with additional services such as photocopying, centralised services, reception and admin support and postage available at value-for-money rates. Forward House Incubator offers high quality business accommodation, meeting & conference room facilities, training and interview rooms. All of the rooms are fitted with top quality furnishings that are attractive, professional, durable and comfortable, and are equipped with the latest audio visual equipment. In addition, there is ample kitchen space and breakout areas, free parking and access to centralised cost-effective services to meet your business requirements. In partnership with: mercia fund management “Forward House Workspace offers a superb place for people working in the games industry. Not only will they benefit from great office space and the ability to work alongside other games companies, but they have direct access to experts in finance, funding, business operations, marketing and gaming. An exciting place to be for anyone in gaming, especially early-stage entrepreneurs.” Nick Wheelwright Mercia Investment Panel (ex CEO Codemasters) Key features – 24 hour access to facilities – Serviced office space from one-person permanent desks in an open plan facility to offices with Flexispace accommodation meeting the needs for up to 10 people – Modern building with grand marble floored entrance – Situated on the High Street, a short walk from the train station and short drive from the M40 and Birmingham’s transport network – Car parking available: 50 spaces in underground car park, and a further 100 spaces in a newly constructed car park adjacent to Forward House – Kitchen and dining area, boardroom, library/print room, reception, meeting space and a large seminar room/demonstrator room – Secure storage space is also available – High-speed, fibre optic leased line internet connectivity – Our easy to use phone and internet services are ready to go as soon as you move into your new office with direct dial phones, voicemail facilities, client portal and choice of cost-effective call tariffs and connectivity options – Selective centralised services to support your business needs. These include ‘Modern, flexible telephone receptionist, administrative services, management accounts preparations and company house filings, corporate advisory and fund accommodation and raising services, and other business operation-related services – Discounted access to Henley Golf & Country Club and Best Western facilities for the growing Plus Henley Hotel business’ Location Henley-in-Arden With ample car parking underneath and outside of Forward House, Henley-in-Arden is approximately 9 miles west of the county town of Warwick, 15 miles southeast of Birmingham, 9 miles east of Redditch and 9 miles north of Stratford upon Avon. We are also just 15 minutes from Birmingham International Airport and the National Exhibition Centre. The town itself lies at a crossroads between the A3400 and the A4189 roads and is the starting point for the circular Arden Way path. It also sits on the Heart of England Way. Henley-in-Arden has a railway station on the Birmingham to Stratford Line and has regular rail services to Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon. The town lies a few miles southwest of the M40 motorway, which links Birmingham and London. Bus service X20 running from Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon runs through the town along the High Street, this service is operated by local Henley-in-Arden based bus and coach company Johnsons Coach and Bus under contract to Warwickshire County Council operating up to every 60 minutes. How to find us M40 from the North Exit at Junction 16, turn right taking the A3400 to Henley-in-Arden. Forward House is the second building on the left hand side at the beginning of the High Street. M40 from the South Exit at Junction 15 and take the second exit signed for Stratford-on-Avon. Immediately access the right hand lane and take the sign for Henley workspace and Norton Lindsey. You will come to a T-junction. Turn left here onto the A4189 signed for Claverdon and Henley. Drive straight on through Claverdon until you reach traffic lights. Turn right into the High Street in Henley-in-Arden. Forward House is the last but one building on the right hand side toward the end of the High Street. “With Mercia on site, tenants at Forward House Workspace benefit from having an established, knowledgable and active investor in the games and digital market to help deliver ideal facilities and support for new and burgeoning business ventures” Mike Hayes Mercia Venture Partner (ex CEO SEGA) Tailored to you Other Facilities On-site shower facilities, kitchens, photocopying, post/ franking, meeting & conference facilities, and 24 hour access. Telephone Costs Each phone line will carry a £10+VAT per month rental charge Each line will have its own voicemail, the ability to transfer calls around the office, the ability to forward calls to mobiles when individuals are not in the office. There is a setup charge per individual phone. The first phone is charged at £130+VAT. Business Rates Tenants are responsible for their business rates which are payable direct to the local authority. The business rates typically range between £4.50-£6 per sq ft. We have secured a discount on such rates and are happy to discuss this further with you. Internet Costs Forward House Incubator is pleased to be able to offer high speed internet connections to its tenants. This service is charged at a single monthly cost, and there is no charge for line rental and in most cases no charge for installation. Prices are based on provision of a single IP address which will allow connection to the World Wide Web. The service does not include a firewall or monitoring of traffic, although these services are available together with hosting and other ICT services if required. ‘Next steps?’ Forward House Incubator has in place 1 x 100mb internet. All of our services include a static, public IP address and a Linksys router. The most common services we offer are: Please contact us directly to discuss your requirements and arrange a tour of the – 5m Download, 1m upload - £50 per month facilities at Forward House Workspace. – 10m download, 1m upload - £80 per month Unfortunately due to high demand we are only able to offer the facility to selected businesses. For further information please contact: Ian Scott, Finance Director Mercia Fund Management [email protected] Tel: +44 (0)330 223 1430 Forward House Henley-in-Arden Warwickshire B95 5AA.