New chapter for iconic building

A Shrewsbury buildings is set to begin a vibrant new chapter as Co-Founded officially signs a lease with Morris & Company, transforming surplus office space at Welsh Bridge in Shrewsbury into a modern, flexible workspace.

Created by the innovative team at FORJ Digital, Co-Founded was born from a vision to provide a high quality environment where new businesses and professionals can thrive.

The new workspace offers a contemporary twist on the historic Morris & Company building, which was completed by the Morris brothers in 1924. The property boasts distinctive Queen Anne styling, grand windows, and a private entrance featuring doors built for the ocean liner HMHS Britannic - sister ship to the Titanic.

Securing this landmark location marks a major step toward establishing Shrewsbury’s newest hub for innovation and collaboration.

Co-Founded will offer a comprehensive suite of amenities, including 36 desks, a professional board room, private meeting rooms, and sound-insulated pods for focused calls - available on day/hourly hire. The space includes modern kitchen and coffee facilities on the ground floor, designed to foster a sense of community among members.

The letting marks a significant investment in Shrewsbury's business infrastructure. Neil Anderson, head of estates at Morris Property, said: "We are delighted to welcome Co-Founded. It is a fantastic use of the space, and we wish the team every success in building what promises to be a thriving business community.”

Jon Ditchburn, founder of Co-Founded, said: "This is an exciting venture. We’ve focused on creating great facilities tailored specifically for the modern professional - offering a space that balances productivity with a premium experience.”

The letting was sourced by Andrew Birtwistle, commercial agent at Cooper Green Pooks, who said: “Securing a tenant like Co-Founded for such a prominent building is a testament to the demand for flexible, high-quality office solutions in the heart of Shrewsbury. We are pleased to have played a part in bringing this project to life.”