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# HQ Independent House

Independent House is the Norwich centre for people who want the railway station to be part of the office. The HQ-branded Regus centre sits at 18-20 Thorpe Road, NR1 1RY, and the operator places it 550 m from Norwich railway station, with a bus stop outside the door. That makes it the most station-minded of the Norwich centres. Trains on the Great Eastern line take less than two hours to London Liverpool Street, so a team that travels to the capital can start and finish the day on the platform within a short walk of the office.

The building has a story of its own. The operator describes a historic building with impressive period features, a former residential property converted into expansive modern offices. A house turned into offices tends to give rooms of varied sizes and character, which is useful for small firms that want a space with some individuality. Inside, the operator lists ergonomic furniture, high-speed internet, bookable meeting rooms with Viewsonic Viewboard technology, comfortable breakout areas and a well-stocked kitchen.

Who is it for? Consultants, start-ups, agencies and professional firms that travel by train to London or across East Anglia; regional teams of companies with head offices elsewhere; and entrepreneurs who want hot-desking as and when needed or a private suite as a permanent base. The centre lists a lounge area and meeting rooms, and the operator promotes a community of professionals who join in a city described as a growing hub for start-ups and established businesses looking to expand.

What is around the building? Thorpe Road leads towards Foundry Bridge, which crosses the River Wensum into the city centre, and the operator suggests a short stroll across it after work to the cafes, restaurants and shops. Across the river to the south is Carrow Road, the home ground of Norwich City Football Club, which brings a lively crowd on match days. Norwich Airport lies under 6 km away.

Where does it fit less well? Businesses that need car parking for many visitors should consider a business-park centre outside the ring road. Firms that want a purpose-built open-plan floor with a creative community may prefer Spaces Digital Hub. For people who want an address with character beside the station and good transport to London, Independent House is a strong pick.

Quick answers. Where is it? Independent House, 18-20 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY. What does it offer? Hot desks, suites, private offices, meeting rooms and breakout areas. How do you arrive? By train to Norwich and a short walk, by bus or by car. Is it flexible? Yes, from hot-desking to a permanent suite.

Ask which offices keep the original room shapes, how many people each holds and how the meeting rooms are booked. Request a price and a visit on this page.

Working at Independent House feels more like working in a converted townhouse than in an office block. Rooms are of varied size, and the operator stresses expansive modern offices with ergonomic furniture, fast internet and bookable meeting rooms. The well-stocked kitchen and breakout areas encourage informal conversations, and the community of professionals gives small teams a sense of belonging.

For a commuter, the day is simple: arrive at the station, walk along Thorpe Road, start work, and leave in time for the evening train. A weekday morning visit shows how busy the station area is and how the building feels at its busiest. Ask about the arrangements for visitors who arrive by car, as parking in this part of Norwich is limited. Compare it with Spaces Digital Hub, which is bigger and more creative in tone, and with Cavell House, which has a modern interior and a ring-road position. Request a price and ask about the notice period.

- **Location:** Norwich — City Centre (Norwich)
- **Address:** Independent House, 18-20 Thorpe Road, Norwich NR1 1RY
- **Operator:** HQ
- **Amenities:** Reception, Purified Water, Ergonomic Chairs, Snacks, High-speed WiFi, Office Supplies, AC / Heating, Meeting Rooms, External Monitors, Lockers, Printer / Scanner, Kitchenette, Lounge Area

## Pricing

- Private office at HQ Independent House, Norwich (Private Office): £125/month

## Nearby transport

- Railway Station (bus, 1 min walk)
- Riverside Road, Stop DJ;Rail Station Forecourt City Tour Bus (bus, 1 min walk)
- Riverside Road (bus, 2 min walk)
- Riverside Road, Stop DC (bus, 2 min walk)
- Norwich (train, 2 min walk)

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