Margate’s first co-working space · est. 2009

A co-working space for writers and creatives overlooking Margate’s iconic beach

We support Margate’s creative community with affordable desk space, writers’ resources, workshops, events and more.

We are situated between Margate Railway Station and Turner Contemporary, right by the clocktower and Margate’s Main Sands. See map.

People sharing food at a First Friday, with drawings pinned up around the walls

First Friday of every month, since 2009

Art, science & heritage

First Friday (est. 2009) is a place for the inquisitive where art, science and heritage meet, a town-wide opportunity for the community to explore, celebrate, network and connect. The First Friday programme at Marine Studios includes exhibitions, talks, games nights, workshops and more.

Supported by Arts Council England

The Writers’ Room

Housed at Marine Studios in Margate, the Writers’ Room provides a hub for writers of all backgrounds and means. Bringing together writers and members of the wider creative community, the Writers’ Room offers a poetry library, regular development and support programming, as well as subsidised desk spaces for low-income writers.

Writers at work in the Writers’ Room
A desk by the window, looking out over Margate Main Sands

Make this your office

Join our friendly, productive co-working space for writers and creatives.

Meeting rooms & hot desks

The large meeting room with sea views

Large Meeting Room

£70 / half day

Suitable for board meetings, small workshops and round tables. Sea views, a big-screen monitor, wi-fi and a flip chart. Up to 16 people.

The small meeting room: a round table and four chairs

Small Meeting Room

£70 / half day

Perfect for a meeting for 2 to 4 people or an online meeting. Round table and four chairs, wi-fi. Tea and coffee is included.

A hot desk by the window overlooking the beach

Hot Desk

£15 / day

Hot desks are available in both the Co-working Room and the Writer’s Room. Tea and coffee is included.

With support from

Arts Council England
Funded by Boost