Become a member of the Wizu community and discover a workspace that feels like a home-from-home.
At Wizu, the staff are an extension of your own team, they’ll be there to help you any time of the day and will go above and beyond to accommodate your needs.
Whether it be sharing a smile with you in the hallway, leaving a welcome gift in your office when you move in, or catching up with you at beer and pizza night - their attitude sets the president for the working environment so everyone feels a part of the Wizu family.
Within an instant at Wizu, you'll be made to feel right at home.
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Sometimes working from home can feel quite lonely, no matter how many video calls or phone meetings you've got scheduled in the day.
Just interacting with like-minded people in a vibrant and uplifting environment can make a huge difference, and this is where the Wizu community goes above and beyond.
Founded in 2016 and fuelled by countless cups of Yorkshire Tea, Wizu has been paving the way for flexible workspaces ever since.
With ten centrally located buildings in prime locations, a Wizu workspace boasts community-led environments to make you the most comfortable and productive you can be.
A Wizu workspace is designed to give you the opportunity to network, make friends and find a home-from-home to grow your business. From exclusive Member events to monthly newsletters, there's so much that Wizu does that sets them apart from the rest.
Member Events
Whether you're a business in a private office or a member of the co-working community, you're invited to each and every exciting event that Wizu holds in your office location. And the best part? It's all included in your membership.
Often collaborating with local businesses, you can expect cocktail masterclasses from popular bars, food events from nearby restaurants and so much more. Who doesn't love a cheeky passionfruit martini on a Tuesday afternoon?
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Events take place at least twice a month, often coinciding with events such as Halloween or national days like World Mental Health Day or Cancer Support Coffee Mornings.
It's a great opportunity to take your mind off work for an hour or two, relax, network and meet new friends.
Member Newsletter
Want to stay up to date with what's going on in the Wizu world? Well luckily for you, as a valid member, you'll be sent a monthly newsletter to help keep you in the know.
Included are photos from recent events so you can try to spot yourself, next month's jam-packed events calendar, Wizu company news such as new office openings and any other Wizu member news like current offers and discounts that you can utilise.
If this sounds like a workspace community you'd like to be a part of, then you won't have to go far to find yours. With three of the ten locations in Leeds city centre, and four others across the North of England – Wizu currently boast 250,000 sq ft in total of tailor-made workspace and are still growing.
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Fancy trying it out for yourself? Wizu offers a free taster day so you can test out their vibrant co-working spaces for yourself, so you can see which space works the best for you. Simply visit their website to find out more.
Rachel Woolford, the winner of the BBC’s ‘The Apprentice’, has revealed plans to launch her first joint business with Lord Sugar.
The exciting new business venture will see Leeds local Rachel expand her hugely successful fitness space, North Studio, to offer a dedicated Reformer Pilates studio - right next door.
Lord Sugar has partnered with Rachel to purchase the commercial premises which will be part of the expansion of the existing Leeds studio and will add to North Studio’s Pilates offering with an extra 120 classes a month.
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Former business management student turned fitness entrepreneur Rachel beat pie shop owner, Phil Turner, in the recent final of the The Apprentice with both pitching to Lord Sugar to win £250,000 and go into business with him.
Speaking about the investment Lord Sugar said: "Our acquisition of the commercial premises marks not only a significant milestone for North Studio but also a bold step forward in our new business partnership.
"This project brings an expansion of the existing North Studio offering is a direct response to the growing demand in the fitness industry for Reformer Pilates”.
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Speaking on the expansion Rachel said: “At North Studio, we're all about delivering the highest quality, small group personalised fitness experiences. With investment from Lord Sugar, we are now able to achieve the next stage in our planned growth with the addition of a fantastic new space dedicated to Reformer Pilates that is still in keeping with our boutique studio vibe.
“I am extremely excited to start this new chapter in partnership with Lord Sugar and the team is working hard to bring the new studio to life ready to welcome clients.”
For more information about North Studio, check out their website.
Popular LGBTQ-friendly Leeds coffee shop put up for sale with an asking price of £45,000
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Flamingos Coffee House in Leeds' Central Arcade on Briggate has recently been put up for sale.
Providing a safe and welcoming space for everyone in the LGBTQ community, Flamingos Coffee House is a well known spot amongst locals.
Serving up delicious cakes, sandwiches and hot drinks, it's also known for their numerous events held during the week such as open mic nights, student Sundays and loads more.
Constantly raising money for LGBTQ charities, it's a real asset to the city.
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Flamingos has recently gone up for sale, with an asking price of £44,950.
The ad listing states: "Ernest Wilson are delighted to bring to market this immaculately presented city centre coffee shop. Our client has operated this business since 2023, during which time the premises have undergone an extensive refurbishment throughout and really must be seen to be appreciated.
"The business trades in easy hours over six days, opening at 10.30am daily – wonderful scope for enthusiastic new owners to consider opening earlier to develop the breakfast trade and boost turnover.
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"The premises occupy a prime trading position within a busy shopping arcade in the heart of Leeds City Centre with thousands of people passing daily. The premises are held on secure lease and comprise glass fronted coffee shop providing 26 covers in comfort."
This coffee shop is a real asset to the city and we hope it gains a wonderful new owner to maintain Flamingos in all its glory.