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Supporting people to improve their lives by developing initiatives and projects
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Quayside Tower
252-260 Broad Street
Birmingham
B1 2HF​
Benefits for Tenants
Free or low-cost space in vacant commercial units
Boosts your credibility with a professional base for work
Flexible terms, no long leases, just 21–28 days’ notice
​Expand impact with room for training, events, or admin
Variety of spaces: retail units, offices, storage, studios, cafés
Safe, legal, and fully vetted properties for peace of mind
We handle all setup- legal docs, health & safety
No costs; funded by Community Foundation
Spaces Available
Admin Offices
Arts and Community Events
Training/ Support Sessions
Storage Centers
Drop-in Spaces or Pop-up Events
Donation Centers
Eligibility
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Registered Charity
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CIC & non profits
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Faith & Community groups
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Volunteer led & grassroots projects
Next Step
Apply – Tell us what kind of space you need
Match – We find a suitable property from our landlord partners
Move In – We help with legal setup, health & safety, insurance
Use It Freely – For community benefit
Move Out Easily – If needed, with short notice
FAQs:
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1. Do we have to pay rent or utilities?
Most spaces are provided rent-free, though some utility or service costs (e.g. electricity, internet) may need to be covered by you, depending on the property.
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2. How long can we stay in the space?
It depends on the landlord's availability and your needs. Many groups stay for 3 to 12 months, but some spaces may only be available short term with a 28-day notice to vacate.
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3. Can we use the space for fundraising or retail?
Yes, as long as your activity supports a charitable or community purpose. Retail use (e.g., pop-up shops) is welcomed if aligned with your mission.
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4. Do we need insurance or legal documents?
Yes, you’ll need Public Liability Insurance, and we help you with any risk assessments, H&S compliance, and agreements to get you set up smoothly.
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5. What if we’re not a registered charity?
That’s okay. We also accept CICs, faith groups, volunteer-led projects, and community organisations with charitable aims, even if not formally registered.
Leila Hussain, Community Group Lead
We were running programs from borrowed venues. Now we have a stable, accessible place to operate, without the stress of rent
Marcus Greene, Volunteer Coordinator
Having a real location made us more visible and professional. We used the space for training sessions, drop-ins, and admin. The support we received was amazing.
​Priya Singh, Programme Manager
As a small CIC, finding affordable space is tough. Manzil matched us with a landlord willing to support our mission. The unit was ideal for our 3-month food hub.