Winter Working at CoWorking Devon

There's something lovely about coming into CoWorking Devon on a cold November morning, making a coffee, finding your desk and hearing the wood burner crackling away. With a fresh delivery of logs arriving this week, we're getting ready for the colder months at our riverside coworking space in Buckfastleigh.

We're based in an old paper mill, not a modern office block. That's part of what makes working here feel a little different.

Winter working in a former paper mill

Our building formed part of the old Kilbury Paper Mill at Dart Mills, a site with a history stretching back centuries. The mill once used water power, and the river remains a big part of the place today. We love being able to look out across the River Dart while getting on with the working day.

The generous windows and open spaces bring in plenty of natural light. They also mean a historic building needs a different approach to heating than a modern office. We've adapted the space for everyday working, with heating, blankets when people want them and the wood burner coming into its own during colder weather.

A fire going, coffee on and somewhere to settle

The wood burner isn't the reason people choose a coworking space, but it's one of the little things that can make winter mornings more welcoming. There is something satisfying about seeing the fire going while everyone's getting on with their work.

When somebody asks about visiting, they usually start with the practical stuff: desks, Wi-Fi, screens, making a drink, or whether they can come in for half a day. Those things absolutely matter. But the atmosphere matters too.

Our shared coworking space in Buckfastleigh, South Devon, brings together people doing all sorts of jobs. You can concentrate on your own work, have a conversation in the kitchen when you fancy one and enjoy a change of scene from the home office.

What people notice about the space

The riverside views and friendly atmosphere are things visitors have mentioned in feedback. It's good to know the small details make a difference. We want the place to be useful first, but somewhere people feel comfortable coming back to as well.

That's why we keep making practical improvements as the seasons change. Having an older building isn't an excuse to stand still. It's an opportunity to make a working space that fits its surroundings rather than losing the character that drew us here in the first place.

A flexible place to work through winter

If your usual working week is mostly at home, you don't have to change everything to get the benefit of being around other people. Some people join us for a half-day or an occasional full day. Others want a regular desk and a more settled routine.

We have flexible desk bookings and memberships, so you can find an option that fits your actual working week. You can explore our workspace options or arrange a free trial day before deciding whether coworking is for you.

Come and try it

The river, the big windows, the familiar faces and the wood burner are all part of winter here. It's an old mill that has found a rather different use, and we're glad to be giving it a new chapter.

If you'd like to work somewhere different for a day, come and see us in Buckfastleigh. Bring the work you need to get through, and we'll show you around. If it's your first visit, our directions and parking information will help you find us.