Leasehold Offices in Covent Garden

Covent Garden is where culture, commerce, and creativity meet in the heart of London. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, historic architecture, and world-class amenities, it attracts forward-thinking businesses across sectors including media, fashion, hospitality, and technology.A leasehold office in Covent Garden isn’t just a place to work. It’s a long-term base in one of the city’s most iconic neighbourhoods. With its street performers, high-end retail, and growing business scene, Covent Garden helps you build a workplace that reflects your brand’s personality and ambition.Leasehold offices give you full control over your space. From bespoke layouts to immersive brand environments, this model supports long-term growth with lower costs per desk compared to flexible options. Lease terms typically range from 3 to 15 years, offering consistency and value for companies ready to scale.Tupelo Spaces offers exclusive access to high-quality leasehold properties in Covent Garden, including heritage buildings and off-market gems. We handle everything from search to negotiation, so you secure the best space with none of the risk.

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A bright, modern co-working space with floor to ceiling windows and spiral staircase.
A bright warehouse office with exposed brick, parquet floors and sit-stand desks in banks of 8.
The waiting area of a modern office with the boardroom in the center of the office. Exposed concrete beams and exposed services.
A communal kitchen in a serviced office, painted in a calming, tone with muted colours used throughout. Stainless steal counter tops and an instant hot water tap.
The communal working space in the atrium of a managed office. A modern warehouse conversion with a floating staircase.
An open space in a serviced office, with communal working areas and event space.
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What Are Leasehold Offices?

A leasehold office is a long-term rental where your business takes full responsibility for the premises, usually over 3 to 15 years.
Key benefits include:
Total freedom to design and brand your workspace

Lower long-term costs than managed or serviced alternatives for growing teams

Security and stability to support strategic business decisions

The option to expand within the building or neighbourhood as you grow


Leasehold offices are ideal for companies with a strong identity, a clear growth plan, and a desire to create a lasting presence in London.

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The kitchen in a serviced office with beer taps and original tiles.

Why Choose a Leasehold Office in Covent Garden?

Central and Iconic

A Covent Garden address places you at the heart of London’s cultural and commercial life, offering both visibility and prestige.

Brand Visibility

Design every element of your workspace to reflect your values and make a lasting impression on clients and employees.

Financial Efficiency

Leaseholds typically offer lower per-desk costs over time, especially for companies with more than 30 team members.

Attract and Retain Talent

The area's mix of entertainment, dining, and connectivity makes it a magnet for top talent across industries.

Unique Character

Work in beautifully converted buildings, cobbled courtyards, or sleek modern spaces, all steeped in Covent Garden’s historic charm.

The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

Pitfalls to Watch Out For in Covent Garden Leases

Covent Garden offers undeniable appeal, but there are challenges to navigate when securing a leasehold office.
Common pitfalls include:
Underestimating the cost of fitting out older or listed properties

Taking on more space than needed and increasing operational overheads

Inflexible leases that don’t support future changes

Higher service charges in premium heritage buildings

Compliance challenges related to conservation areas

Tupelo’s tenant-only advisory approach ensures your lease is carefully negotiated, fully transparent, and aligned with your business needs.

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Who Benefits Most from Leasehold Offices in Covent Garden?

Media and Entertainment Companies: Looking for a central, creative base near production houses and talent agencies

Design and Fashion Brands: Wanting a stylish HQ in a neighbourhood known for culture and retail

Professional Services and Consultants: Needing a well-connected, high-profile location

Tech Startups and Scaleups: Seeking a lively, walkable area that attracts forward-thinking talent

Example: A hospitality consultancy moved from a managed office to a 4,200 sq ft leasehold space above a historic Covent Garden arcade. The team created a multi-use layout featuring client demo kitchens, collaboration spaces, and a rooftop terrace, delivering brand alignment and operational savings.

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The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

Leasehold vs Serviced vs Managed in Covent Garden

Office Type
Features
Best For
Serviced Offices
Flexible and fast to move into but expensive with limited branding options
Startups, small agile teams, remote-first companies
Managed Offices
Some design freedom and shorter leases but higher costs than leasehold
Growing businesses, creative teams, scaleups
Leasehold Offices
The best choice for control, long-term value, and a distinctive presence
Established firms, corporate HQs, companies with 30+ staff

Leasehold offices provide the strongest long-term return and brand impact in Covent Garden for businesses ready to invest in a space they can truly call their own.

The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

Why Covent Garden Stands Out Compared to Other Districts

Mayfair: Prestigious but more traditional and finance-oriented

Soho: Creative and energetic but busier and more nightlife-driven

City of London: Commercially dense but less lifestyle-led

Covent Garden: A balanced hub of creativity, commerce, and culture with standout appeal for brand-forward businesses

Covent Garden offers the rare combination of landmark location, walkability, and charm that few London districts can match.

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The Tupelo Advantage in Leasehold Negotiations

Tupelo Spaces works exclusively for tenants. That means no conflicts of interest and no landlord bias. Just clear, expert guidance to help you make the smartest property decision for your business.We provide:Access to the best on and off-market leasehold spaces in Covent Garden
Strategic lease negotiation including rent-free periods and break clauses
Fit-out and legal advice tailored to heritage or listed buildings
Full support from property search to move-in day

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A refurbished office space with raised floors and suspended ceilings, ready for an office fit out.
The open plan office space in a managed office. Modern planters separating the entrance to the office and the desks.

Practical Checklist Before Signing a Leasehold in Covent Garden

Confirm the flexibility of the lease including any break clauses and renewal rights

Review service charge arrangements and potential hidden costs

Ensure your budget covers the fit-out, especially in period properties

Check compliance obligations if the building is listed or in a conservation area

Make sure the layout supports your team today and your projected growth

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Hear what our great customers say

“Very highly recommended and professional.”

I have used Tupelo Spaces twice to find office spaces in London and both times they have managed to find us the perfect space within budget and with all considerations accounted for.The team are great at scoping out key requirements and do all of the difficult leg work to make the process seamless and smooth.Very highly recommended and professional.

Ally Boulton, Medefer

“There was a lot of information we hadn't considered which was given to us in a clear way ”

Tupelo were incredibly knowledgeable and insightful in our property search. The diversity of the office spaces (lease/ flexi/ serviced etc) has been incredibly useful and allowed us gain valuable insight to the market and will be help us revise the specification and start from a much stronger position when we resume our search later this year. There was a lot of information we hadn't considered which was given to us in a clear way and helped us identify what it is we need.

David Chatterjee, BERA

“Helpful, focused, nice to deal with and found us an office we are very happy with”

Will Beck, New Change FX

“Would recommend for any scale up that needs new space”

“The Tupelo team were amazing at securing us our space in Farringdon. We saw over 30 properties to narrow down what we were interested in and ended up getting a great deal on an ideal space, after only a few weeks of searching. Would recommend for any scale up that needs new space that can scale with them - Adam and the team look further than just what you're looking for now and build you a sustainable plan for how you scale space in London as you grow over the coming years.”

George Davis, BVNK

“Highly recommended”

The Tupelo team worked hard to find a site offering extraordinary value for our limited budget. Highly recommended.

Joe Magrath, Rhotic Media

“Absolutely fantastic service”

“Absolutely fantastic service. Within 1 day of contact Adam had arranged 4 viewings covering all the bases that we needed. Made the effort to understand our business in detail & find the perfect space for us. Moved into our new space within a week from first contact. Cannot thank him enough & highly recommend Tupelo to others.”

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Ben Simpson

“The process was made so much easier”

“The process of finding the right office, at the right price, in the right part of London, was made so much easier through working with Tupelo. Adam and the team worked hard to understand the brief, and made the entire project more systematic and understandable, less stressful and time consuming. Many thanks.”

Philip Young, Capital Markets Elite Group

Tupelo was absolutely fantastic

Tupelo was absolutely fantastic - they made the office search painless and looked after us all along the way. Definitely five-star service!

Vanessa Ganguin, Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law

“I would not hesitate to use Tupelo again in the future”

“The team at Tupelo Spaces was a great help when I was looking for new office space for my consultancy company. They were very responsive to my brief, presented a range of options, accompanied me on visits to my shortlisted options, and helped negotiate a good deal with my chosen provider. My team and I are very happy in our new Farringdon home and I would not hesitate to use Tupelo again in the future.”

Andrew Britton, Kumi Consulting

FAQs – Leasehold Offices in Covent Garden

Most transactions complete in 6 to 12 weeks depending on the fit-out and negotiations.

Typical costs include legal fees, a rental deposit, fit-out expenses, and stamp duty if applicable.

Yes, as long as your lease permits it. Tupelo will negotiate subletting rights on your behalf.

Yes. Rent-free incentives of 3 to 6 months are often included to cover fit-out time.

Most leases run between 3 and 15 years, with 5 to 10 years being the norm for scaling businesses.

Absolutely. Many companies use it as a central collaboration hub while supporting remote work flexibility.

Yes. We coordinate with designers, contractors, and IT teams to ensure a seamless setup.

Take the Next Step Toward Your Covent Garden HQ

A leasehold office in Covent Garden gives your business more than just a workspace. It provides a platform for creativity, connection, and culture. With Tupelo Spaces guiding the process, you’ll secure a space that supports your growth, protects your investment, and strengthens your brand.

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