Unit 2C, Flowers Hill

A bold 7,000 sq ft 1930s steel-framed warehouse standing proud in the heart of Brislington, Cadena House is a genuine piece of Bristol industrial history that has been meticulously brought back to life.

Built in the inter-war years, by the 1940s it had become the beating heart of the much-loved Cadena Café bakery operation. While customers enjoyed afternoon tea and Victoria sponges at the grand Cadena Café on Wine Street in the city centre, this very building was turning out tray after tray of cakes, pastries and fresh bread that kept Bristol sweet for years.

The building later served generations as a furniture showroom for Silkox & Son, but in 2021 it underwent a complete transformation: stripped back, reimagined and refurbished to the highest modern standards by 299 Lighting and designers Form & Fable.

Now boasting an EPC Rating A, 97 rooftop solar panels, super-fast fibre connectivity and smart, sustainable systems throughout, Cadena House has emerged as a landmark example of how 1930s character and 21st-century efficiency can sit perfectly side by side on the A4 corridor between Bristol and Bath.

Heritage you can feel, performance you can measure – Cadena House is Bristol history, fully rebooted.

Sustainability

Cadena House combines 1930s character with genuine green credentials: a fully re-insulated roof, triple-glazed windows and doors throughout, 97 rooftop solar panels delivering 27 kW peak output plus 20 kWh battery storage, and a smart monitoring system that tracks live generation, usage and grid export. On most sunny days the building runs entirely on solar, backed by on-site EV charging points and a hard-earned EPC Rating A. Sustainable never looked this good.

Wellbeing

Cadena House puts wellbeing first with extensive indoor planting for biophilic benefits, advanced acoustic control through perforated panels and specialist flooring, best-in-class BCO-compliant lighting with high-CRI LEDs and individual Bluetooth control, a fresh-air VRF system, low-VOC finishes throughout, and generous breakout areas with a central kitchen hub that encourage movement, interaction and mental recharge. Health and comfort are built in.

Future Proof

Cadena House is fully wired for the future: Cat 6A structured cabling to every desk, dedicated full-fibre 1 Gbps broadband, separate guest and private Wi-Fi networks, smart video entry and app-controlled access, plus a building-wide Bluetooth mesh that ties lighting, sensors and controls together. Managed via a single intuitive app, it’s secure, scalable and ready for the next decade of technology – no retrofits required.

Container Space

Six brand-new container studios right outside Cadena House – the perfect low-cost launchpad for start-ups and growing businesses. Flexible, secure, powered and ready to move into. Use one as your first office, workshop or simply for storage – whatever works for you. Affordable, no fuss, instant enquiries welcome.

The Ground Floor

An exciting 5,000 sq ft industrial space, with loading bays, parking spaces, and private access. Take your business to the next level with a dedicated workshop, studio, or production facility. The industrial unit comes with a private office space for up to 6 individual desks, two fully installed bathrooms, and a high-ceiling warehouse.

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The First Floor

Two fully-enclosed single-desk private offices within our vibrant co-working community. Soundproof, air-conditioned, with smart lighting, individual climate control and weekly cleaning included. Decorate as your own and enjoy a focused, professional space that still feels connected - the perfect step-up for small businesses looking for a place to call home.

Unit 2C, Flowers Hill