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Apex, a truly connected collective.
Apex is a unique office building in Reading, designed to encourage strong working relationships. At the heart of the Apex ethos is an understanding that such interaction is founded on genuine connections.
Our community, the Apex Collective, offers a rewarding and enjoyable environment to inhabit, turning away from the old order and embracing a new way of working.
Working at Apex runs deeper than bricks and mortar. It’s about creating an environment where people want to work, and we ensure our ethos runs through everything we do.
This starts at the front door. We have brand ambassadors; we don’t have receptionists. And we want to keep our occupiers happy by hosting a variety of events which encourage interaction, learning, health and happiness.
“ Apex has a really strong sense of community and there are so many great people here. The atrium allows for inclusiveness and is a really nice place to socialise at lunchtime.” Tanisha, Ernst & Young Senior
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Real interaction, not just touching base.The 221,000 sq ft Grade A office building is arranged over four blocks and seven stories, bringing its community together with a bright, full-height atrium and large co-working space on the ground floor.
Our refurbished New Western Entrance, communal areas, cafés and retail space enable natural opportunities to connect and unwind.
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At Apex, we believe working life should be about meaningful connections; more than name badges and nods in the lift. It’s better for work, it’s better for you. Our considered refurbishment has incorporated details which champion interaction. The atrium, ground floor meeting rooms and event spaces enable the Apex Collective to share and learn from each other in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
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We have inspiring spaces for inspiring businesses. Floorplates available from 2,000 sq ft to 16,500 sq ft.
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All the right ingredients for any business to thrive; the right neighbours, fast travel links to central London and the west, and a location in the heart of the UK’s tech hub with a growing social scene.
Reading, open to the world.
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Reading – the power of thinking differently.
Reading’s unique business culture has seen it crowned number one tech hub in the country.
In 2015, it retained its spot as the UK’s most successful economy while tech firms and start-ups across Reading and Bracknell have earned this area the nickname of the UK’s Silicon Valley.
Apex is proud to occupy a prime position in this innovative area. Reading is surrounded by bold thinkers and forward looking pioneers, and is home to 13 of the world’s top 30 brands, including Microsoft, Thales, Bayer, PepsiCo and Ernst & Young.
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“ Apex is right next to the station in a central location, so we have great access to Reading town and London. You get the benefit of being close to London without having to live there.”
Sam, Ernst & Young Associate
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2. Benny’s Gourmet
3. Bierhaus
4. Bill’s
5. Bluegrass BBQ
6. CAU
7. Cerise, The Forbury Hotel
8. CHOW, Friday Street Food Market
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11. Forbury’s Restaurant & Wine Bar
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13. Jamie Oliver’s
14. Kokoro
15. London Street Brasserie
16. Malmaison Hotel / Chez Mal Brasserie
17. Revolución De Cuba
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19. Smash
20. Smokin’ Billy’s
21. Sweeney & Todd
22. The Real Greek
23. Valpy Street Bar & Bistro
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25. Artigiano Espresso and Wine Bar
26. The Biscuit Tin
27. The Botanist
28. Coconut Bar & Kitchen
29. The Mal Bar
30. Milk Bar
31. Nibsy’s Coffee Shop
32. Oakford Social Club
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35. The Three Guineas
36. Whittington’s Tea Barge
37. Zerodegrees Micro- brewery & Restuarant
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41. Cycle Republic
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48. AON Benfield
49. Austin Fraser
50. BDO
51. Blandy & Blandy
52. Bullitt Group
53. Capita
54. Carabao
55. H&M
56. Hammerson
57. HSBC
58. James Cowper Kreston
59. Mabey Holdings
60. Macquarie Bank
61. Osborne Clarke
62. PwC
63. RBS
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Bringing people together.
Apex is at the heart of a buzzing social and cultural scene where people come together. Try everything from jerk chicken to souvlaki at the CHOW Friday Food Market before sitting back to enjoy live bands and exciting cocktails at the stylish Botanist. Dining and dancing, museums and music – Reading is full of hidden gems.
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Cycle routes throughout Reading and beyond allow Apex workers to easily access the town and neighbouring areas. Traffic-free paths enable quieter and safer travel.
Oracle Shopping Centre 2 mins Christchurch Meadows 4 mins Reading West 7 mins Earley 17 mins Tilehurst 20 mins Wokingham 37 mins
Journey times sourced from TfL, Crossrail and National Rail.
Opportunity is always at your fingertips.
Apex is less than a minute’s walk to Reading train station via private link bridge.
The station offers fast connections, with travel to London’s Paddington in 25 minutes. Connections are only set to improve with the addition of the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) in 2019, which will take you to central London in 32 minutes.
The proposed Western Rail Link, which is due to complete in 2021 will enhance train connections between Reading and Heathrow. Once complete, journey times will be approximately 26 minutes.
Easy access to the M4 motorway through J10, J11 and J12 connects you to the rest of the UK and nearby Heathrow Airport.
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0118 959 7555
Join us at Apex.
Keith Wise 0118 959 7555 [email protected]
Alice Hilliard 0118 959 7555 [email protected]
Roddy Abram 020 7861 1280 [email protected]
Alasdair Collins 020 3826 0608 [email protected]
apexreading.co.uk
All CGIs are for indicative purposes only. All floor plans are for indicative purposes only and not to scale.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Whilst all the information in these particulars is believed to be correct, neither agent nor client guarantee its accuracy nor is it intended to form part of any contract. All areas quoted are approximate. BS3141. October 2017.
