An office space at Alderley Park no longer consists of microscopes and Bunsen burners. The idea that this business park is solely science-based is out of date. The campus has quietly grown into something much broader, with excellent opportunities for business of any type to thrive and grow here.
What Kind of Businesses Are Actually Based at Alderley Park?
With over 250 companies on site, such as Boeing, Cisco and Medica Forte, there is a wide range of businesses covering industries from aviation and technology to professional services and beyond. From start-ups to full corporate HQs, Alderley Park offers the flexibility to suit businesses at every stage, whether you need a compact office for a growing team or a larger space to house an established headquarters.
That kind of variety doesn’t happen by accident. It’s backed by a setting and set of facilities built to support businesses of every kind and that’s where Alderley Park really sets itself apart.
What Makes the Alderley Park Setting Different from a Normal Office Park?
Alderley Park is not like any other office park, with 400 acres of parkland available for you to take a relaxing break in nature from your busy working day. Sit and have your lunch by the beautiful mere and soak up the sunshine. There’s plenty of spaces to blow off some steam, with an on-site gym, padel court, sports facilities and walking and cycling trails. When it’s time to eat and drink, indulge in cheese, wines, meats and more at the on-site Grantham’s Fine Food & Wine shop which is also a great spot for a morning coffee. Or head to The Churchill Tree, a country pub on campus perfect for after-work drinks or a pub lunch with the team. Alderley Park will have you wanting to go to the office on your day off.
How well Connected Is Alderley Park for Businesses?
Located 18 miles from Manchester City Centre, Alderley Park is close enough for client meetings, but far enough to feel different from a city-centre office. It’s centrally located within easy reach of the M6 and M56 motorway network, and only 20 minutes away from Manchester Airport. Alderley Edge, Wilmslow and Macclesfield train stations are all within a 15-minute drive. Alderley Park also provides a dedicated electric shuttle bus service connecting the campus to local rail hubs.
What Types of Space Are Available Beyond Labs?
Space at Alderley Park goes well beyond lab facilities, with three distinct developments offering something for businesses at every stage. Park View and Glasshouse are the campus’s tech-focused workspaces, offering fully fitted and furnished offices and flexible leased space from around 1,400 sq ft up to over 15,000 sq ft, with bright, open-plan layouts, breakout areas and ultra-fast connectivity built for growing, collaborative teams. Mereside takes a more adaptable approach, with options ranging from blank-canvas CAT A space to fully fitted CAT A+ suites, a good fit whether you’re a start-up building out your own space from scratch or an established business wanting to move straight in.
All three buildings share the same on-site management and support, so whichever space you choose, the day-to-day is taken care of. Whatever stage your business is at, there’s a genuine fit here.
If Alderley Park sounds like the right fit for you and your team, get in contact with Canning O’Neill today.
