Rivertech

RIVERTECH – NOW OPEN

**IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT** In line with Government guidelines, and with the approval of our risk assessment to ensure Member safety, we are proud to announce that Rivertech is now open!

We have a limited / reduced number of desk spaces and private rooms – if you are interested in viewing or learning more, please book a VIRTUAL tour. We look forward to welcoming you virtually and then physically to our safe, local, affordable sites, with passion, The Wimbletech CIC Team x

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Home to a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, freelancers + small-medium businesses, Rivertech is the most affordable space in town, with desks starting from £75/m (ex VAT). We’ve space for 100x Members + limited private rooms/office space for teams of 2-20 members from only £345/m (ex VAT).

Set in the heart of Hertfordshire, in the beautiful Three Rivers District, Rivertech is just a few minutes walk from the Metropolitan Line and National Rail station – don’t miss out, book your tour today!

Y(our) Community Manager:

Meet Bex...

Hi, I'm Bex, your Rivertech Community Manager. I love organising events and attending gatherings and celebrations. We can learn so much from engaging and interacting with each other and that’s why Wimbletech CIC and all of its spaces appeal to me so much. I'm based in Hertfordshire and take pride in running one of the larger sites in the CIC Network - I look forward to showing you around Rivertech + welcoming you to the Community :)

Why join?

Physical site or Digital (CIC / local) Membership – you decide!
Connect to 400+* like minded individuals – grow / recover together!
Join our safe, inclusive, affordable + inspiring ‘local’ physical space
Local or Digital Hubs – video chat, connect + collaborate with others
The ‘Xchange’ – your skills / needs, harness the power of the Network
FREE Marketing – your news, offers, services + social amplified
Member ‘Power-Ups’ – to help support your work.life.balance
Community matter – join CIC Member clubs or start your own
Connect with partners, investors, mentors + more
Discounted meeting + events space – locally + across London
Marvin – Wimbletech CIC’s very own AI bot – engage!

#togetherwearestronger #thepoweristhenetwork

3x ways to join:

Fixed Desk

Your very own fixed desk on campus

Flexi Desk

Join + access your hot-desking area

Digital

Local or National - join, connect + grow ;)

Your new home:

Location:

Rivertech, High Street, Rickmansworth, UK

Address:

Rivertech, High Street, Rickmansworth, UK

Directions:

Directions powered by CityMapper – by train, plane, or automobile, we’re closer than you think!

Site Lowdown:

Private Rooms

Available for teams of 2-20 - we've a limited number of private rooms, from £345 (+ vat), perfect for local 3rd Sector & SME's based in Hertfordshire. Avoid the high prices of London, enjoy the benefits of both working in a beautiful listed building + connecting to 400+ start-ups + entrepreneurs #thepoweristhenetwork!

Desks

Flexi - a shared space, bring your laptop + bits, take all with you at the end of the day - £75 + VAT / month*

Fixed - your very own dedicated desk - from £115 + VAT / month*

Rooms - a private space for you business to grow - from £295+ VAT / month*

*No contract required, simply pay-to-play with equivalent of 1x months’ deposit + associated notice period - see FAQs below

Transport

Less than 5x mins walk from Rickmansworth Station. Access via Train, Underground (Metropolitan Line), Bus or by Foot ;)

If you need to drive + park, ask your Community Manager about our new offer from Your Parking Space.

Access: Rivertech is open 7am-10pm, Mon-Fri and 8am-4pm Sat.
Closed Sun and Bank Holidays.
Post: Your post delivered straight to your desk for just £10 + VAT / month
Storage: Add a locker to your Membership for just £10 + VAT / month (subject to availability)
Keep Hydrated: Unlimited FREE water, tea, coffee + biscuits!
Stay Connected: Super-fast, secure, managed WiFi available across Campus for no extra charge

What our members say:

” I’ve worked with several coworking / hot desk setups and these guys are definitely very user-friendly and client-focused. The help desk support is just a call or email away and they are prompt in getting you the answers you need or directing you to where to find them. Loads of opportunities to network your business and interact on a social level too. Check them out if you are looking for a warm and friendly yet professional working environment ” Esther Cato

Need to know more:

What have we done to create a safe space?: We aim is to provide a safe, local, affordable alternative to working from home or travelling across London to a.n.other office. In line with recent government updates re: easing lockdown and a move towards recovery, we have reconfigured all of our sites, removing desks (to create more space) and introduced new processes + measures to facilitate a safe return to operations. Specifically we have: 1. Carried out full COVID-19 site, people + process risk assessment, fully approved by Partners prior to re-opening. 2. Reduced + reconfigured all desks to increase distance / space between Member. 3. Installed protective screens + back-to-back (rather than face-to-face) working. 4. Suspended day passes, external meeting room reservations and events. 5. Moved all events online + no site visitors throughout partial re-open period. 6. Implemented a Member declaration on return to sites – no travel / symptoms / household. 7. Hand sanitisers installed for Members / team to use throughout the space. 8. Increased investment in cleaning e.g.: time to door handles, taps, light switches. 9. CIC back to work ‘reduce the risk’ staff training + return to work safety survey. 10. Continue to monitor government + local updates re: safety in the workplace.
What is a CIC?: A CIC is a (Community Interest Company) - as a CIC, Wimbletech is somewhere between a for profit business and a charity. We exist primarily to deliver community-oriented goals ie.: provide of affordable, flexible desk space for a range of startups + coworkers, offer a home for member + community events plus an Innovation Hub for the local Council / Community...
Is there a contract?: Simple model - no complicated contracts - pay to play (pay desk rental in advance) + deposit - when you join, simply pay your Deposit and your first month’s desk rental together with any additional services

Is there a deposit?: Yes. Your deposit is equal in value to your desk rental. When you leave, simply give notice and we use your deposit as payment for the last month... allows us to keep close to full capacity i.e.: gives us just over one month to fill your space
What’s the notice period?: Give just over 1 x months’ notice. Let us know before the 23rd of any given month, to leave at the end of the following month. We need just over 1 x month’s notice so that we have time to cancel you on system + allocate your deposit as payment for your final month.
How do I pay?: Payments are automatically collected each month via our secure, payment collection provider, GoCardless. GoCardless is a trusted, international provider that serves more than 30000 businesses - the benefit of using GoCardless is that we never see your details + you have full control of payments being made as you can cancel at any time
Do I receive an invoice?: Yes - at the beginning of each month you will automatically receive an invoice for your records
Are there any hidden costs?: Not on your Nelly - wifi, unlimited basic Tea & Coffee, power, water, great vibes, network & Community all included in your monthly fee - the only extras are those that are optional e.g.: postal services, lockers + access to meeting/event space (discounted for Members)
What’s the difference between fixed and flexi?: A Fixed desk is a desk allocated for your use only. Leave your screen, desk organiser + anything else you need on your desk + use the space underneath for drawers, footrest, etc - we do ask all Members to operate a clear desk policy when they leave each day to make life easier for our cleaning teams. Flexi is a hot desk membership. Leave nothing behind each day (only great memories!)
Can I bring my own chair?: If taking a fixed desk you are welcome to bring your own chair, but please let us know before your chair arrives!
Can I use other sites in the network?: Our vision is to allow any Fixed member to access any Flexi area on sites that offer it. In the interim, if you are a Fixed member and would like to access another site, please speak to your Community Manager who can arrange it!

Rooms / Event Spaces:

august, 2020

4x ways to connect

Local Maker, Crafter, Creator?

Sell your Makes!

Local Performer, Entertainer, Artiste?
Access Community Venues!

Wellness Provider...mind / body?
Offer your service

Local Resident? Spare Time?
Help others...

4x ways to support

Local retailer...local service?
Add your discount!

Local investor / coach / mentor?
Support local Startups!

Support local Libraries & Startups...
Support our Project

Live local...
community ideas?
Let us know!