The Office Space
The Davidson Building strikes a confident balance between period character and modern performance. Original features and generous proportions reflect the area’s rich architectural heritage, while carefully considered upgrades bring the workspace firmly into the present day. These pet-friendly offices come fully furnished and ready to go, featuring air conditioning and private phone booths for focused calls.
Contracts and rental periods are tailored on a case-by-case basis to evolve with your business, providing genuine control over your workspace. Tenants benefit from fixed rates and shared high-speed internet, alongside practical additions like on-site shower cubicles and breakout spaces. This flexible approach makes the centre a natural fit for growing teams seeking a professional yet adaptable base.
About the Area
The building at 5 Southampton Street sits just steps from the Covent Garden Piazza and is a short walk from Covent Garden Underground station. Charing Cross, Waterloo, and Victoria mainline stations provide easy access from across the capital. For international travel, London City Airport is around 35 minutes away by car, while Heathrow is reachable via the Piccadilly line.
The surrounding West End district features major cultural landmarks, including the Royal Opera House and the Strand. Local dining options are plentiful, with Honest Burgers and Frog by Adam Handling just moments away. Nearby amenities include an M&S Food and the Strand Palace hotel, making the area highly convenient for daily business needs.
Mobile & Internet Coverage
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Carrier
EE
Indoor Calls
Excellent
Indoor Data
Excellent
Outdoor Calls
Excellent
Outdoor Data
Excellent
Carrier
Three
Indoor Calls
Excellent
Indoor Data
Excellent
Outdoor Calls
Excellent
Outdoor Data
Excellent
Carrier
O2
Indoor Calls
Excellent
Indoor Data
Excellent
Outdoor Calls
Excellent
Outdoor Data
Excellent
Carrier
Vodafone
Indoor Calls
Excellent
Indoor Data
Excellent
Outdoor Calls
Excellent
Outdoor Data
Excellent
- Basic broadband is available at this location with download speeds averaging 18.3 Mbps (upload: 1 Mbps).
- Superfast broadband is not currently available at this location.
- Ultrafast broadband is available at this location with download speeds averaging 9100 Mbps (upload: 9100 Mbps).
- Maximum predicted speed: 8274.4 Mbps download / 8272.8 Mbps upload.
Last updated 22/05/2026. Please check with providers for latest availability. Data provided by Ofcom.
Location & Access
- London City Airport 40 mins via road
- London Heathrow Airport 1 hr via road
- London Charing Cross 5 min walk
- London Waterloo 14 min walk
- London Victoria 12 mins via public transport
- Southampton Street / Covent Garden (Stop A) 2 min walk
- Bedford Street (Stop J) 3 min walk
- Charing Cross Station (Stop H) 5 min walk
- Trafalgar Square (Stop C) 6 min walk
- Embankment Pier 8 mins via road
- Westminster Millennium Pier 12 mins via road
Nearby Amenities and Services
- M&S Food - 1 min walk
- Frog by Adam Handling - 1 min walk
- Costa - 1 min walk
- The Gin Palace - 1 min walk
- Eve Bar - 1 min walk
- Trespass - 1 min walk
- Runners Need - 1 min walk
- Cotswold Outdoor - 1 min walk
- Constellation Energy - 1 min walk
- Robert Dyas - 1 min walk
- TotalEnergies - 1 min walk
- School for Startups - 1 min walk
- London Elite College - 1 min walk
- Communicate Well - 1 min walk
- The Savoy Events & - 1 min walk
- Strand Lane 'Roman' - 1 min walk
- Strand Palace - 1 min walk
- The Visa Office - 1 min walk
- Post Office Travel - 1 min walk
- Post Office Strand - 1 min walk
- Howard Hair Salon - 1 min walk
- E-One IPL UK & Ireland - 1 min walk
- The London - 1 min walk
- Corpus Christi - 1 min walk