Wirral Life June 2017 | Page 36

W BUSINESS L DREAM, DARE, CREATE AND SHARE, IN THE SHEDS Wirral’s creative and digital sector has been given a boost with the opening of a truly unique co- workspace in Birkenhead. The Sheds at Pacific Road is the perfect place to ‘dream, dare, create and share’ for freelancers, temps, independent contractors and entrepreneurs looking to take the leap from working at home. Chamber of Commerce staff, who will support the development and growth of businesses within Pacific Road. Pacific Road has business heritage dating back to the 19th century, when it was at the heart of Birkenhead’s international trade. The Sheds has reignited the atmosphere of industrious innovation back to the grade II listed building. Flexible workspace is available across an entire floor of spacious open-plan desks, and the introduction of our Sheds that provide a quirky office space for up to three people. Paula Basnett, CEO, Wirral Chamber of Commerce, said: “The Sheds provide something unique for Wirral’s creative sector, beyond a traditional business centre. We’re looking to get a vibrant mix of businesses and freelancers on board, to add to a positive atmosphere where people genuinely look forward to coming to work each day.” Wirral Chamber of Commerce opened The Sheds to support the growing creative and digital sector through Wirral’s first co-working space. Co-working spaces are shared work areas which encourage professionals to share ideas and experiences at their leisure. Contracts are flexible, ranging from a desk for a day to a permanent business base. All contracts include hi-speed WiFi, communal space and bottomless tea and coffee. The Sheds is already home to several creative enterprises, including graphic design, web design and an architect, with space still available. Alongside opportunities to network and work together, business support is also available on-site from Wirral 36 wirrallife.com For more information, call Jamie Harrison on 0151 650 6940 or email [email protected]. Visit The Sheds website at www.pacificsheds.co.uk @PacificSheds on Twitter & Instagram.