5 reasons to start your creative business in Bristol

In recent years Bristol has gone from strength to strength as a hotspot for creative business. In May this year it was named in the top ten creative destinations outside of London by Insider Media, confirming it as one of the places to be if you are in the creative industry. That coupled with the range of resources Bristol has to offer really does make it a hub for innovation and ideas. So, if you are about to set up shop as a creative business, but not yet decided the perfect place to do it, let us convince you that Bristol should be your pick.

1. Networking

As the old saying goes it’s not what you know, but who you know. Making great connections when you are first starting out can be really beneficial going forward. Whether it is simply just being able to ask advice or a for a collaborative project, knowing that you have a professional in the field that you can turn to will take some of the pressure off. Our top picks for networking in Bristol, Yena at The Square Club and Bristol Media.

2. Connections

Bristol is the beating heart of the south west. With great train connections to both London and the Midlands, getting to another UK city for a design brief or business meeting is done with ease. Not only that but the ever-expanding list of destinations available from Bristol Airport mean that international business is within easy reach of your new creative empire.

3. Culture

Every creative will hit a wall at some point. That moment when you feel like no matter how much time and effort you spend on a project, progression seems out of reach. The dreaded ‘creative block’ is something that can’t always be avoided, however living in Bristol, it is something that can be remedied quickly. Bristol is a culture hub as well as a creative hub and whether it is street art, history or architecture there will be something to inspire. Get out and explore the city and you’ll find that that block you have melts away.

4. Workspace

Whatever stage your business is at, with the range of spaces Bristol has to offer you’ll be sure to find something to encourage those creative juices. From a casual setting at Square Works to flexible desk and studio space, we would put money on the fact that you’ll find the perfect place to give your business the kick-start it needs.

5. Trailblazers

The proof is in the pudding. If you are still not convinced, look to other creative Bristol-based businesses that have conquered their industry. Our favourite example is Crack Magazine. Started by two friends in 2009, they now employ a large team in their Bristol-based office, have interviewed some of the biggest names in music and have launched editions in Berlin and Amsterdam.

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