New £800,000 business centre transforms prominent building in central Chesterfield

The substantial refurbishment at York House on St Mary’s Gate includes a range of self-contained offices, workspaces and a coffee shop.

Sovereign Assets & Developments have invested in the premises, which will be known as as York House Business Centre, because of its prime location in central Chesterfield and flexibilty to offer a variety of office sizes and layouts.

A spokesman said: “At York House Business Centre, we’ve been diligently transforming this iconic building into a modern, functional business centre designed to meet the needs of contemporary professionals and businesses.er.

“Our vision for York House is to create a space that not only serves as a practical work environment but also fosters a community of innovation and growth for all its members.

“Every corner of York House has been reimagined to offer the perfect blend of heritage charm and modern convenience, with state-of-the-art facilities that businesses need to thrive in today’s fast-paced world.

“The choice to develop York House into business units was driven by the building’s innate potential and Chesterfield’s growing demand for quality office space.

"By providing top-notch facilities, we’re helping start-ups, scale-ups, and established companies to operate efficiently, which in turn will generate job opportunities and stimulate economic activity.”Twenty-seven office spaces of various sizes are being created, which the company says are ideal for professionals in fields such as beauty, accounting, education among others.

The business centre will include a meeting room, a communal kitchen, an onsite coffee shop operated by Savvy Bak, and a courtyard area.

The spokesman said: "The construction is moving forward at a steady pace, and we anticipate the ground floor offices and the café to be open by late March 2024. Additionally, the first-floor spaces are scheduled for completion in April 2024.”

Offices will be available to let from £4,200 per annum (£3 per sq ft). Businesses and professionals who are interested in finding out more about York House Business Centre can do so by visiting Zoopla, or by emailing: [email protected]