Meet Tony Appleton, Kings Hill’s newest handyman

Churchill Square Business Centre has consistently held a reputation for modern facilities and flawless services. But maintaining that reputation is not possible without the hard work and dedication of centre staff, such as new recruit Tony Appleton.

Meet Churchill Square’s Newest Handyperson

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to secure reliable business accommodation, knowing that your workspace is looked after by passionate professionals makes all the difference. Tony recently joined Capital Space as a part-time facilities handyperson at Churchill Square Business Centre in Kings Hill.

His extensive background spans high-level workmanship, solar PV installation, and electrical expertise. Having worked across various sectors, Tony thrives on the day-to-day dynamic of facilities management. When asked what he enjoyed most about his previous experience, Tony explained: “I’ve always enjoyed the variety and the practical side of my previous roles. As an electrician, I’ve always liked being hands-on, solving problems and working with people, and I’m happiest when no two days are exactly the same.”

This problem-solving mindset and dedication to service quality are what make him a key asset to the team. When reflecting on what his previous bosses would say about his work ethic, Tony noted: “Reliable, practical, and approachable.”

Why Tony Chose Capital Space

Capital Space is committed to supporting entrepreneurs and business owners across the Southeast by creating welcoming, productive, and efficient workplaces. Providing flexible offices, workshops, and studios, the centre depends on staff who share that same dedication to customer care.

When looking for his next career step, Tony was drawn to the positive working environment and team culture at Churchill Square. Describing his decision to join Capital Space, Tony said: “I wanted an interesting role that offered me variety and allows me to use many of the practical skills I’ve learned over the years. When I met the team, I got a really good feel for the people, the environment and what the job involved when I came for interviews and, to confirm, no two days have been the same!”

Whether businesses are taking advantage of flexible easy-in, easy-out licences or hosting partners in fully equipped meeting rooms, having dependable on-site maintenance at our Kings Hill location ensures everything runs smoothly every day.

Beyond the Workshop: Hobbies, Horticulture, and Travel

Outside of work, Tony enjoys photography and creative side-projects, is a big film fan (Jaws being an all-time favourite), and has a love for country music.

His practical expertise also extends into horticulture. In a previous role, Tony hosted hands-on workshops at a garden centre to help local gardeners pick up seasonal tips. Sharing how those sessions worked, Tony recalled: “The horticultural workshops I ran at a garden centre were informal information sessions for customers who wanted to pick up a few useful gardening tips. Customers would sign up and I would spend around 20 minutes demonstrating something practical and seasonal – things like potting, pruning roses or general plant care.”

Among the highlights was demonstrating how to build a ‘bulb lasagne’ by layering tulips and daffodils for spring. As Tony explained: “The idea was simply for people to learn something useful, enjoy themselves, and go home with a few tips they could try in their own gardens.”

When he isn’t working on creative projects, Tony loves travelling with his wife and two children. Highlighting his top three adventures to date, Tony shared: “One of the biggest highlights was going to Las Vegas and taking a helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon. That was absolutely amazing and something I’ll never forget.” He added: “I’ve also been lucky enough to visit New York twice, and I’ve loved it both times. There’s just something about the place – the atmosphere, the pace and the whole vibe is completely different to anywhere else I’ve ever been.”

Family trips hold a special place too, with a recent holiday topping the list. Tony said: “Since having our children, taking them to Disneyland Paris for the first time last year has to be up there. We had the best time. We all came home completely exhausted, but it was absolutely fabulous, and seeing them experience it for the first time made it really special.”

A well-maintained workspace driven by dedicated professionals helps small businesses thrive, ensuring that every entrepreneur has the dependable environment they need to achieve business success.

If you’re looking for office space from a provider that wants to support your business success, get in touch.