Orbit Spaces: Why Stockport is becoming one of Greater Manchester’s best places to work

With its newest hub at the iconic Regent House now firmly established, SK1’s newest go-to co-working hotspot Orbit Spaces not only offers a high-calibre professional environment for freelancers, start-ups and companies across various fields, but is also tapping directly into the dynamic energy of a town undergoing one of the most ambitious transformations in Greater Manchester, with Stockport now a prime base for remote workers seeking the perfect blend of metropolitan connectivity and a grounded, community-driven place to grow and thrive.

Already renowned for its enviable transport links, the town has evolved into an exceptionally well-connected launchpad with city centre amenities amidst an intimate environment. Its mainline station offers rapid access to Manchester Piccadilly and London Euston, while major upgrades to the transport interchange in 2024 and the confirmed extension of the Metrolink tram into the town continue to solidify its reputation as one of the North West’s most accessible business hubs. With the M60 on the doorstep and seamless cross-region transport integration underway, professionals can move between client meetings, home and workspace with minimal friction, all while side-stepping the lengthy tailbacks and urban frenzy.

In the heart of the blossoming satellite sanctuary, the resurgence in culture and hospitality has reshaped the town centre into a nexus of art, creativity and award-winning food and drink. The revitalised Underbank, once a forgotten thoroughfare, has re-emerged as an epicentre of independent enterprise, with the recently opened namesake beer hall, margarita bar and sound system alongside nearby stand-outs like multiple-MFDF Restaurant of the Year and Michelin Green Star-winner Where the Light Gets In, acclaimed bakery Yellowhammer and cosy vintage bar Stanley’s each garnering national attention. Other renowned residents include Stockport Market’s Wine Boy and smash-hit seafood specialists Cantaloupe, while ever-popular treasures such as The Arden Arms offer a remarkably diverse selection of lunchtime options, after-work hangouts and memorable dining experiences within a short walk of Orbit’s doors.

Significant redevelopment across the town centre, spanning retail, leisure and public spaces over almost two decades of planning, has transformed the area into a destination for contemporary shopping and events. The regeneration of Merseyway has introduced a range of new, modern spaces, while creative and cultural centre Stockroom – opened earlier this year – features learning, performance and events areas including an additional library, children’s spaces, cutting-edge facilities and historical archives. Alongside the legendary viaduct, the historic Weir Mill site is now a new 253-home neighbourhood with a public square that’s set to become a venue for live music, street food pop-ups, parties and al fresco dining under the arches. These bold initiatives are weaving the town’s urban fabric into a place where people choose both to live and work, cultivating a regenerative ecosystem that supports independent business, entrepreneurial experimentation and flexible working formats.

Against this backdrop of growth and optimism, Orbit Spaces adds its own versatile mix of co-working zones, high-spec meeting rooms and flexible memberships in tandem with the town’s electrified spirit, giving professionals an inclusive, intuitive base from which to operate. With light-speed connectivity, dedicated support and purpose-built spaces for collaboration or deep focus, Orbit offers an unfussy, streamlined alternative to both the traditional office and the home set-up.

Orbit Spaces day passes start from just £10, with a range of memberships available for individuals and companies alike.

For more information, head to the Orbit Spaces WEBSITE.