Celebrating 10 Years of UBC Henley-in-Arden

Celebrating 10 Years of UBC Henley-in-Arden

Ten years ago, UBC opened the doors of Forward House on Henley-in-Arden's High Street, and what a decade it has been. From its friendly, welcoming reception to the buzzing community of businesses that call it home today, our Henley-in-Arden centre has grown into far more than just a collection of offices, it's become a cornerstone of the local business community in Warwickshire and the West Midlands.

To mark this milestone, we're taking a moment to reflect on everything that makes UBC Henley-in-Arden so special.

UBC Henley-in-Arden

A Home for Warwickshire Business

Nestled on the High Street in the heart of Henley-in-Arden, Forward House has always offered something a little different. With quick access to the M40 and M42 motorways, and sitting conveniently between Solihull, Stratford-upon-Avon, Redditch, and Warwick, it's a location that genuinely works for businesses of every size and sector.

Over the past ten years, we've welcomed companies from recruitment, professional services, marketing, IT, technology, supply chain sectors and beyond. From ambitious startups finding their feet to established firms with teams of twenty or more, Forward House has adapted and grown alongside the businesses it houses.

Our clients have all made Forward House their professional home and their kind words say more than we ever could about what UBC Henley means to them. We're proud to hold a 5-star rating on Google and deliver consistently excellent customer service.

The Team Behind It All

None of this would be possible without the people who show up every day with a smile and a genuine desire to help.

Business Centre Manager Chris Anderson has been the heart of the UBC Henley-in-Arden since joining in 2020. Under her leadership the centre has continued to thrive, welcoming new clients, nurturing the existing community, and ensuring Forward House always feels like somewhere you actually want to be.

Christine Anderson, Business Centre Manager at UBC Henley-in-Arden

My first day as Business Centre Manager was 23rd March 2020, a.k.a the day the country went into lockdown. I had to learn everything about the centre and our clients from my dining room table! But that's what makes this place special, the resilience, community and the fact that everyone here genuinely looks out for each other. Our clients are the reason I love coming to work. There's a real warmth at Forward House; people stop and chat over the coffee machine, they get involved in events and they support each other. More of the same for the next ten years, please!

Alongside Chris is Helen, our Customer Service Assistant who ensures every visitor and client is greeted warmly and that the day-to-day running of the centre is seamless. Together, Chris and Helen embody everything UBC stands for: professionalism, friendliness, and going the extra mile.

It's no coincidence that so many of our client testimonials specifically mention the team. As one client put it, the UBC staff are "always smiling, friendly and helpful" and that's no accident. It's a culture that's been carefully cultivated over ten years.

Helen Gregg, Customer Service Assistant at UBC Henley-in-Arden

Community at the Core: hUBClub Networking

One of the things we're proudest of at Henley-in-Arden is the thriving community that has grown around the centre. Through our regular hUBClub networking events, clients and local businesses have the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and support one another.

The Henley hUBClub networking group meets on the last Thursday of every month, giving the local business community a regular, reliable opportunity to build meaningful relationships. It's become a fixture in the diaries of many Warwickshire professionals and a genuine reflection of what flexible workspace can be when it's done right.

Whether you're a coworking member dropping in for the day or a long-standing office client, the sense of belonging at Forward House is something our clients consistently tell us sets UBC apart.

Looking Ahead

As we celebrate ten years, we're more excited than ever about what the next decade holds. The world of work has changed enormously since we first opened our doors, and Forward House has changed with it: embracing coworking, virtual office solutions, and flexible terms that give businesses the freedom to grow on their own terms.

If you've been part of our journey over the past ten years as a client, visitor, or a member of our networking community, thank you. Here's to the next ten.

Interested in becoming part of the UBC Henley-in-Arden community?

Whether you're looking for a private serviced office, a coworking membership, a virtual office address, or a professional meeting room, we'd love to show you around. Find out more here.