Where it all started

We sat wondering why Bromley, with its rich cultural heritage, had nothing for creatives and we decided to try to change that.

Cofounders Ewan and Stephen

A space with a purpose

Contingent Works exists because we want to help make Bromley a better place. Bromley has an amazing heritage, with former residents who have helped change the world, and yet often it feels like there is little to inspire the next generation of world-shakers.

We met when our children started at Raglan Primary school, the same school David Bowie went to for a year or two in the ‘50s. That friendship grew, and with our children now finishing university, we wondered what Bromley would offer them. For all the creatives, startups, home workers, and entrepreneurs, the obvious choice was to get on the fast train to London. We want to change that.

In curating a space near the high street that can showcase local talent while being backed by a sustainable cowork office, gallery, and production studio, we can engage with the local community, surface new ideas and talent, create business connections for startups, and make Bromley a thriving local hub of entrepreneurship.