Temple occupies a unique position in London's office ecosystem, literally sandwiched between the legal establishments of the Inns of Court and the creative energy of the South Bank. OSiT Blackfriars exemplifies this blend perfectly with its wellness-focused design and roof terrace just moments from the river.
The area's compact footprint means you're never more than six minutes from a station, with most venues like Regus Tallis House sitting just two minutes from Blackfriars. This proximity creates an intensity of professional activity that's hard to match elsewhere in London.
Temple's pricing reflects its central location and professional pedigree, with hot desks starting from around £279 per month at established operators. Private offices at Hamilton House command £675 per desk monthly for riverside views, while boutique spaces like The Clement Rooms by Spacemade typically range £450-575.
For creative teams, Soho Works offers membership from £300 monthly with private offices from £4,500, working out to roughly £500-750 per desk depending on team size. The sweet spot for most businesses sits around £500-600 per desk for quality serviced offices with meeting room access.
While legal firms remain the backbone of Temple's business community, the area has diversified remarkably. Temple Chambers on Temple Avenue hosts arbitration and mediation specialists alongside tech consultancies, while creative agencies gravitate toward Soho Works' 180 Strand with its design-led interiors and member events.
Financial services firms appreciate the proximity to the City, often choosing spaces like LentaSpace Thanet House with its 450+ workstations and professional atmosphere. The common thread is businesses that value both prestige and practicality.
Temple's transport connectivity is exceptional, with three major stations within a 10-minute radius. Temple Station itself connects to the Circle and District lines, while Blackfriars offers Thameslink services reaching Gatwick in 45 minutes and St Pancras International in 8 minutes.
Venues like OSiT Blackfriars sit just 2 minutes from Blackfriars Station, while The Boutique Workplace Company on Whitefriars Street reaches City Thameslink in 5 minutes. For international connections, the Eurostar at St Pancras is just 15 minutes via Thameslink.
Temple has embraced flexible working with several venues offering varied membership structures. Regus Tallis House provides day offices from £129 and office memberships from £195 monthly, perfect for hybrid teams needing occasional touchdown space.
Soho Works takes flexibility further with hot desk memberships at £300 monthly that include access to their entire London network, plus options for private day offices when client meetings demand more privacy. Even traditional spaces like Hamilton House now offer shorter-term arrangements for project teams.
Temple offices excel at meeting facilities, with OSiT Blackfriars leading the pack with nine themed rooms including spaces inspired by Sherlock Holmes. Regus Tallis House features the Watson room for up to 16 people, while smaller Holmes-themed rooms handle intimate discussions.
LentaSpace provides six meeting rooms ranging from 2-16 capacity with AV equipment included, and Temple Chambers offers rooms for 4-22 people with video conferencing capabilities. Most venues include at least two hours of meeting room time in their membership packages.
Modern Temple offices have moved well beyond basic desk provision. Hamilton House features a private terrace with Thames views and the Hamilton Suite for presentations, while LentaSpace Thanet House includes an onsite gym and roof terrace alongside secure bike storage.
End-of-journey facilities are now standard, with venues like Temple Chambers offering showers and changing rooms. OSiT Blackfriars takes wellness seriously with a gym studio, client lounges, and sit-stand desks throughout, earning its 'Home of Happiness' designation.
Temple has options for startups, though it requires strategic choices. Hot desking at Soho Works from £300 monthly provides a prestigious address with networking opportunities, while Regus Tallis House offers small private offices from £279 per desk on flexible terms.
Smart startups often begin with managed space arrangements at venues like 21 Whitefriars Street, where 40-desk floors cost around £563 per desk monthly on shorter commitments. The key is starting small and scaling within the same building as growth demands.
Serviced offices like those at OSiT Blackfriars come fully furnished with reception, meeting rooms, and all services included in one monthly fee. You can move in immediately with just laptops. Managed offices at venues like 21 Whitefriars Street offer more customisation for larger teams, typically whole floors from 40 desks upward.
The Boutique Workplace Company at 36 Whitefriars bridges both models with unbranded, design-led suites that feel bespoke while maintaining serviced office convenience. Managed space typically costs 15-20% less but requires longer commitments.
Speed of occupation varies dramatically across Temple venues. Regus Tallis House can activate memberships within 24 hours for immediate access, while Hamilton House typically needs 5-7 days for private office setup including IT configuration and access cards.
Bespoke managed floors at venues like Temple Chambers might require 2-4 weeks for customisation, though their plug-and-play suites can be ready within a week. Soho Works processes applications within 48 hours, with private offices available immediately upon approval through Zipcube's platform.