Colbea
Business Support & Start-Up Services supporting North Essex. About Colchester Business Centre.
Colbea is a not for profit organisation dedicated to helping businesses in Essex start, grow and thrive. Our sole aim is to help improve the economic prosperity of the region. We offer:
-Serviced office suites at two Colchester sites.
-Flexible space and ‘easy in easy out’ rentals within a modern business incubation environment.
-Business advice for start-ups and existing businesses.
-Confidential business advice from accredited professionals
-Business Training.
-Business and vocational training provided in partnership with skilled business trainers/organisations. Our business advice services are either free of charge or heavily subsidised. This is made possible through the generous support of local councils in Colchester and Tendring and by sponsorship from other businesses in Colchester. Colbea is a member of the National Enterprise Network (NEN), which advises the Government on business enterprise and entrepreneurship.
18/09/2026
MacMillan Coffee Morning with Hype Cosmetics
On:
📅Friday, 25th September.
⏰11am-2pm.
📍Unit 22, Colbea City Colchester Business Centre
Our tenant Hype Cosmetics is hosting a special MacMillan Coffee morning to raise money for:
💚MacMillan Cancer Support.
💚Lymphoma Action.
💚And providing free 3D realistic ar**la tattoos for mastectomy patients in memory of her father, who sadly passed away from a rare form of Lymphoma.
This morning will be a good opportunity to not only support meaningful causes but also celebrate the launch of Hype Cosmetics new office.
There’ll be plenty of tea, coffee, cake and other refreshments, as well as flash tattoos available on the day and a raffle, with all helping to raise money for these important causes. 🍰☕️
Raffle Prizes donations wanted!
If you are another business based at Colbea or have an association to Colbea, and would be willing to donate a prize for the raffle, Laura would be incredibly grateful.
18/09/2026
Fund your business with confidence.
Looking to secure funding for your business?
Join 'Colbea's Guide to Grants and Funding workshop' and listen to Business advisor Graham Johnson discuss how to access the grants and funding opportunities available to help your business grow.
During this interactive workshop, you'll:
✅Learn about the latest business grant opportunities.
✅Get step-by-step guidance on creating a strong application.
✅Ask your questions during a Q&A session.
Whether you're launching a new business or looking to grow and thrive, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to apply for funding successfully.
📍Lifehouse Spa and Hotel
📅Tuesday 5th October
⏰10am-4pm
To book your place, follow the below. Spaces are limited. 👇
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/colbeas-guide-to-grants-tickets-1996100429117?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1snoino*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTE3MDIyNjMyNy4xNzg1NDIwMjIz*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3ODU0MjAyMjEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODU0MjAyMjEkajYwJGwwJGgw
17/09/2026
We’re pleased to welcome Go-Cargo as a sponsor of Colbea, supporting our work with start-ups and small businesses across Colchester. 💚
Go-Cargo is a new delivery app making it easier to book and manage delivery services, building on the work of Colchester ECargo, a local delivery service operating in and around Colchester.
Founder Lee Pugh previously received business support from Colbea when starting E-Cargo.
Now, he’s giving back by sponsoring Colbea and helping us continue supporting the next generation of local businesses.
Join Colbea and E-Cargo at:
📍The Digital Forum, 43 Queen Street.
📅Wednesday 23rd September 2026.
⏰5-7pm
..to celebrate the launch of Go-Cargo.
To reserve your place, use the link below 👇
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gocargo-launch-event-tickets-1997564099996?aff=oddtdtcreator
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16/09/2026
Gain expert insight from Colbea's City Office Manager, Leeza Welham as she gives you her business advice that has supported many local entrepreneurs.
15/09/2026
Need somewhere to host your next meeting?
At Colbea city centre, 1 George Williams way, you have the choice of 3 meeting rooms to choose from.
Room 1:
👉£18 + VAT per hour.
👉Seats up to 8 people.
Room 2:
👉£15 + VAT per hour.
👉Seats up to 4 people.
Room 3:
👉£15 + VAT per hour.
👉Seats up to 4 people.
All three meeting rooms additionally have:
✅Ideal access to Colchester city centre- 5 minute walk. ✅Whiteboards/flipcharts available.
✅Unlimited tea and coffee for an additional fee of £10 + VAT per day.
✅FREE parking.
If you're interested in hosting your next meeting at Colbea, follow the link below to Colbea's website 👇 https://www.colbea.co.uk/workspace/meeting-training-room-hire/colchester-city-centre/
14/09/2026
Productivity starts with the right environment.
Comfortable desks, reliable internet, unlimited tea and coffee, a friendly community, FREE parking, and opportunities to network- all under one roof.
Come and hot desk for the day at Colbea's north offices, 340 Crescent, Colchester Business Park.
All for just £10+VAT for the day.
We look forward for you to join the
11/09/2026
Colbea City would like to welcome Hype Cosmetics to Unit 22! 🥳
Hype Cosmetics moved into their new Colbea City office on 1st September, and they’ve already made the space their own.
With a fresh, professional look, their new office provides the perfect setting to welcome both new and returning clients, offering the same trusted Hype Cosmetics experience, now from a refreshed new space. 😶🌫️💄💅
We can’t wait to see their business continue to grow from their new home.
If you own a small business and are looking for an office space, Colbea City has what you need.
To find out more, follow the link below 👇
https://www.colbea.co.uk/workspace/offices/colchester-city-centre/
Have you attended one of Colbea's FREE workshops yet?
A session in AI tools for marketing hosted by Mat Parkins from the AIGuys.
During this session, Mat discussed:
✅How AI can be your collaborative partner.
✅The challenges faced within businesses when they start to use AI and how that can be avoided.
✅The difference between real and AI generated images.
✅Connecting AI with Canva.
Alongside this, thank you to Sunspot for providing the venue, and Rainy bakes for providing delicious food.
If these are the kind of topics you need extra support in, check out Colbea's Eventbrite at all upcoming events we have in the Tendring area.
Use the link below 👇
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/organizations/events
10/09/2026
Need a desk for the day?
At Colbea city offices, we have everything you need for a day of working.
✅Comfortable desks
✅Reliable internet
✅Unlimited tea and coffee.
✅A friendly community.
✅FREE parking
✅And opportunities to network
Productivity starts with the right environment.
For more information, follow the link to our website below 👇
https://www.colbea.co.uk/workspace/hot-desking-services/
10/09/2026
Looking for a co-working space and somewhere to register your business?
Virtual Tenancy Premium includes 5-hours per month of private meeting room space, in addition to unlimited hot use and use of our address on your company stationery.
Prices start from £140 + VAT per month, 30-day rolling contract.
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https://www.colbea.co.uk/workspace/virtual-office/
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |