Office Move Announcement

When to use this

Sent 3-4 months ahead of the move. Followed by more practical communications closer to the date. This is the 'shape' announcement that sets expectations.

# We're moving — [New location]

Hello everyone,

I'm pleased to announce that we'll be moving to a new office in [Neighbourhood / city] on [Date].

## Why we're moving
- [Practical reason — capacity, lease, location]
- [Strategic reason — proximity to customers, talent, sites]
- [Quality reason — better workspace, better facilities]

## Where
- Address: [Full address]
- Nearest transport: [Tube / bus / station — distance]
- Cycle / car parking: [Detail]
- Accessibility: [Detail]

## When
- Last day in current office: [Date]
- First day in new office: [Date]
- Transition / cleanup period: [Dates]

## What changes
- [Specific thing — e.g. different floor plan, different desk arrangements]
- [Specific thing]

## What stays the same
- [Reassuring fact — same team, same hours, same coffee, etc.]

## What we need from you
- Pack your personal effects by [Date]
- Tell us about any accessibility needs we should plan for at the new site
- RSVP to the office tour we're running on [Date]

You'll get more practical detail closer to the date. In the meantime, if you have questions, [Name] is the person to ask.

— [Sender]