The Camber is a key part of Portsmouth’s story.
The building remains a landmark, where business
meets innovation and community.
Key information.
Space: 69,804 square foot
Floors: 4 floors
Desk capacity: 600 desks
Address: The Camber, 54 East Street, Old Portsmouth, PO1 2JJ
EPC: B Rating
Sustainability features: Solar panels and water harvesting systems
Amenities.
Facilities: bike storage, car parking (76 spaces including 4 guest spots), ground to sea launch capability, pontoon, solar panels, air conditioning, and a boatyard for R&D activities.
Services: Full-time reception, building manager and 24/7 security.
Food & Beverage: Nearby amenities include cafes, pubs, niche restaurants, a local fish market, and artisan shops in the Hot Walls (an old fortress repurposed for arts and crafts).
Architectural features.
Current State: The building is in good condition with no recent renovations. Originally designed for a single tenant, it has been adapted for multiple occupancy.
Tenants & Local Impact: The building houses 300 specialist employees from two industries: Military R&D (Subsea Craft) and Engineering (Bar Tech). The presence of these high-skilled, high-salary jobs contributes significantly to the local community.
Portsmouth, UK.
Portsmouth is a port city on the south coast of England, within the ceremonial county of Hampshire. It’s known for being the UK's only island city, located on Portsea Island. It has excellent transport links, including ferry services to the Isle of Wight and continental Europe, as well as strong rail connections to London (just 90 minutes away by train).
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London transport
2 hr 30 min – Train to London
1 hr 50 min – Driving to London
Southampton transport
1 hr 20 min – Train to Southampton
34 mins – Driving to Southampton
Winchester transport
1 hr 30 min – Train to Winchester
40 mins – Driving to Winchester
Guildford transport
1 hr 30 min – Train to Guildford
54 mins – Driving to Guildford
History.
The building is located in Portsmouth, just inside the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour on the South Coast. It was originally constructed for the America's Cup Challenge.
The building sits on the site of the former fish market, across from the ferry terminal that links to the Isle of Wight.
It's eco-friendly, featuring solar panels, water harvesting systems, and high EPC ratings. The building plays an active role in the community, including car park support for events, quarterly meetings with local groups, and youth tours of the building. It is located within a conservation area (Old Portsmouth) and has strong connections with the Portsmouth Harbour Authority.
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