An original heritage red-brick building, Cigar Factory is where the city's creatives come to cowork, collaborate, and create.
Once a thriving tobacco factory, part of Bristol’s cultural heritage, Cigar Factory is our flagship co-working space and creative hub in Southville. Choose from flexible hot-desking, fixed desks, and private studios. Plus a large communal kitchen and cosy community space to suit all types of work.
Natural light pours into the space, highlighting the original features and thoughtful interiors. There are nooks and crannies for quiet contemplation alongside shared meeting rooms for gatherings and intimate events.
History & Building Features
Located in the heart of Southville, known for its cultural significance, thriving arts and strong community spirit. Just 100 yards from renowned North Street with its independent eateries, pubs and bars, including beloved Bristol favourites Mark’s Bread, Bristol Beer Factory and the Tobacco Factory.
Additionally, we’re a stone’s throw away from the expansive greenery of Ashton Court Estate, a short stroll from Wapping Wharf and the bustling Harbourside, and with convenient access to Temple Meads train station and Bristol Airport.
Membership options
Interested in membership at Cigar Factory? Book a tour with one of our community managers we’d love to show you around.
All prices exclusive of VAT
Full-time Flexi
All the benefits of part time and more, 5x days of the week
Resident
A fixed desk with all the benefits of full time flexi tier and more
Studio
Dedicated studios that small creative businesses can call their home.
Virtual
A virtual membership, no desk space but an address to call your own.
We now offer day passes! Click here for more information. New
We get workspace, it’s personal.
Find a plan that works for you.
| Prices from | Virtual £45 / MONTH | Full-time Flexi £195 / MONTH | Resident £275 / MONTH | Studio £750 / MONTH |
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| Access to our spaces | Day Pass | 5 days / week | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| Meeting room credits | £25 / ph | 8 hours incl / mo | 16 hours incl / mo | 16 hours incl per user / mo |
| Rolling monthly membership | Flexible Lease Lengths | |||
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| Work at other GR locations ‘Work Anywhere’ | 2 days/mo | 4 days/mo | 4 days /user/mo |
Day Pass
Everything you need for a productive day.
- No contract and no deposit required
- Bookable Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
- Access to flexi desks, breakout areas and shared facilities
- On site support from our Community Manager
- Super fast fibre optic broadband
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Showers and changing rooms
- Bike storage
Virtual Pass
A virtual membership, no desk space but an address to call your own.
- Register your business at Gather Round
- Or simply use as your day-to-day business address
- Your mail sorted and stored
Local Area
Located in the heart of Southville, we’ve chosen this area for its cultural significance, buzzing arts and cultural scene and thriving community spirit.
Tobacco Factory
Great food, local beers, exhibitions, live music and theatre make the Tobacco Factory a cultural hub of South Bristol. Their weekly market celebrates the best of local makers and crafts.
Sonny Stores
Sonny Stores do it best. A family-run restaurant with a strong Italian influence, nestled in the heart of Southville. They offer a bright and welcoming space where you can pop in for a quick plate of pasta or hunker down for a leisurely three course meal and a bottle of organic wine.
Windmill Hill City Farm
Windmill Hill Farm boasts 4.5 acres of green space in the centre of the city. Find community gardens, farm animals, a play area, cafe and farm shop serving up organic treats. They regularly hold workshops and classes.
Burra
Award-winning antipodean themed cafe in North Street. Serving sustainable, organic bowls, brunch and buns. Burra’s entire menu is sourced from within 25 miles of Bristol and is delicious.
Mon Pote
Scandi designs sit alongisde locally made gifts in this proudly independent shop on North Street. Mon Pote is the go-to for gifts, cards and beautiful homewares.
After speaking with lovely Hannah on a Friday afternoon, I was convinced that Gather Round was the right choice and started the following Monday.
Kendra Futcher
Copywriter
Like what you see? Book a tour with Naomi today.
With a thriving and active community of like-minded individuals, we’re more than just a place to work. Don’t just take our word for it, come and have a look around.
