The EpiCentre Passes the 50 Customer Milestone

The Epicentre has passed its half-century and is now working with over 50 companies as it celebrates five years since it opened its doors

Centre Manager, Helen Earl, says: “Supporting more than 50 companies today is a fantastic milestone but in reality, over that five years, 180 companies have passed through our doors whether as customers taking offices, co-working desks or signing up as virtual customers.

“It is a real testament to the strength of The EpiCentre community that is full of ambitious innovators, creatives and businesses. Companies are increasingly looking for flexible, supportive environments that allow them to grow without unnecessary pressure on costs, and that’s exactly what we can provide at The EpiCentre.”

The growing business community includes a diverse mix of companies reflecting The EpiCentre’s flexible model, designed to support businesses at every stage of their development — from start-ups and entrepreneurs to more established firms.

A major factor behind The EpiCentre’s success is its location. Situated within easy reach of Cambridge, a globally recognised hub for biotechnology and technology, customers can tap into the city’s talent pool, expertise and innovation ecosystem, while avoiding the congestion associated with Cambridge.

Earl adds: “Our location gives businesses the best of both worlds — close proximity to Cambridge’s world-class tech and biotech cluster, combined with a more accessible, cost-effective base. Alongside this, our dedicated management team works closely with customers to offer tailored business support and encourage collaboration.”

As well as dedicated offices, The EpiCentre’s daily hot desks offer businesses and solo entrepreneurs flexible, on-demand coworking options, with the opportunity to progress to dedicated office space in the future. Additionally, its virtual office packages are designed to give small businesses a credible professional presence without needing a physical workspace.

Customers at The EpiCentre also benefit from being part of the Oxford Innovation network, which provides specialist support, mentoring and connections to help entrepreneurial businesses scale and succeed.

Together, these elements have enabled The EpiCentre to establish itself as a successful and vibrant hub for innovation and business growth across the region. If you’re interested in joining the community, please contact Helen on hearl@oxin.co.uk to arrange an introductory conversation.