Princes Dock Hits Full Occupancy as Demand for Flexible Workspace Surges at Liverpool Waters

Liverpool Waters has reached a major milestone as its flexible office space at Princes Dock hits full occupancy – underscoring the waterfront district’s reputation as one of Liverpool’s most vibrant and fast‑growing business locations.

Over the past year, Princes Dock has seen exceptional demand for its fully serviced workspace across No.10 and No.12, which offer ready‑to‑go suites, short-term leases, ultrafast broadband, meeting rooms, breakout space, a newly installed tenants gym and on-site parking. The expansion of flexible space into No.10 in late 2022 added more than 60 additional desks – a move that has since paid off, with offices now fully let and a waiting list forming.

A wave of new lettings and expansions

The past 18 months have delivered a surge of incoming businesses from across Liverpool’s creative, digital, professional and maritime sectors, including Global Ports Holding, The Guide, Lambert Smith Hampton, SME Wealth Management, LRB Law and Roblox developers Abracadabra Studios.

Recent lettings and expansions at Princes Dock Liverpool Waters in the last week alone include:

• SME Wealth Management, upsizing into a 10‑desk suite at No.10
• Exploreae, a global open‑science initiative, securing new space at No.10
• Liverpool Cruise Port, expanding its footprint within the building
• LRB Law, renewing its tenancy for a further two years
• Abracadabra Studios and Dev House UK, committing to another year

• Into The Light, a growing brand and design agency, moving into a new suite at No.12

This diverse tenant mix, from fast‑growing micro-businesses to regional HQs, reflects the strength of Princes Dock’s flexible workspace model and its appeal to modern, agile companies.

An environment built for creativity, collaboration and growth

Simon Ellis, Managing Director of Into The Light, said: “Into the Light has experienced strong, sustained growth over the past three years and that momentum is set to continue into 2026 and 2027 as we expand our client base specifically targeting the FMCG sector. As a business built around collaboration, creativity and problem-solving, we needed a workspace that genuinely supports the way we work.

“Princes Dock at Liverpool Waters gives us exactly that. The space is light, airy and expansive, with room to think, to collaborate and to bring clients together in a creative environment. The openness of the building, combined with the quality of the surrounding waterfront and outdoor spaces, makes it an ideal location for workshops and creative sessions, and a fantastic base for the next stage of our growth.”

Wellbeing, waterfront views and workspace that grows with you

Set against the iconic Liverpool waterfront, Princes Dock blends wellbeing and work in a way few office locations can match, with riverside views, open-water swimming, outdoor breakout areas and even the UK’s first floating sauna right on the doorstep.

Its flexible, scalable suites also make it a hotspot for ambitious SMEs. Digital signing specialist E‑Sign, for example, has expanded its office three times within Princes Dock as the business continues to grow each time without the disruption of relocating.

A growing national trend

The success at Princes Dock mirrors a UK‑wide shift towards flexible and co-working environments, as businesses look for space that supports hybrid working, speed of set‑up and highly serviced environments. Many landlords across the country now anticipate that a substantial share of their portfolios will be flexible space by 2030.

This demand spans all business types – from freelancers and sole traders looking for 1-2 desk spaces, to large corporates seeking regional hubs or project-based offices. Community-focused, service-led environments like Princes Dock are increasingly setting the standard for modern, agile workplaces.

A place where businesses can scale without limits

Liza Marco, Senior Asset Manager at Liverpool Waters, said: “We’re seeing continued growth in demand from start-ups and SMEs who want high-quality office space that provides room to grow without the stress of relocating. Princes Dock offers that flexibility in an inspirational waterfront setting that supports wellbeing, innovation and business success. It’s an ideal place where businesses can grow, collaborate and thrive in Liverpool.”

Peel Waters are now planning to deliver more flexible office space across Liverpool Waters in 2026 to meet the growing demand.

To find out more about workspace in Liverpool Waters visit: liverpoolwaters.co.uk/spaces/