Ad-hoc co-working space and meeting rooms now available at Witney Business & Innovation Centre

Established more than 12 years ago, Witney Business & Innovation Centre (WBIC), situated on Windrush Industrial estate, has been instrumental in nurturing small businesses and start-ups by offering flexible individual office spaces tailored to their needs, in a supportive community environment. The building itself, Windrush House, on the entrance to Windrush Industrial estate, was previously Smith’s Industries HQ for their successful car-heater division. As a major employer in the town, Smith’s Industries became the ‘hub’ of the community, providing hundreds of jobs until the 1980’s, with many employees also living on the purpose-built housing estate nearby. 

WBIC Manager, Amy Waller recalls; “Last year, we hosted a luncheon for some of the former Smith’s workers, many of whom are now in their 70s and 80s. What struck me most was the close-knit community that Smiths Industries cultivated here, and that’s precisely the atmosphere we aim to recreate at WBIC.” She added: “We have always offered flexible leasing for individual office spaces and are now also going to be offering ad-hoc social workspace in our business lounge, which will feature 10 hot desks, three new meeting rooms, and two private office spaces available for daily rental.”

WBIC has helped over 100 businesses, created over 300 jobs, and supported companies in diverse sectors, from healthcare to technology, legal services to aerospace. Over the years, the Centre has witnessed numerous success stories, with companies expanding and eventually moving into their own premises, including Oxford Medical Products and MGi Engineering, who have expanded and relocated to larger units within the Windrush Estate. Recently, Witney BIC has welcomed new businesses such as Health Doctor, a chiropractic and wellness practice, and Oxford Garden Design have joined the Centre, further enriching its diverse community.

Managed by Oxford Innovation Space, WBIC prides itself on its inclusive approach, supporting diverse businesses, and contributing to the sustainable growth of the local economy and community. Amy Waller said: “For a small town, Witney has so much to offer and has an impressive industrial heritage. It’s my goal to make sure that the legacy of Windrush House continues and that WBIC continues to play a crucial role in supporting businesses, innovation, and the local economy. Am sure that our new social workspaces, alongside our current office spaces will be a useful addition for businesses both in the town and wider community.”

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