Our Mill Street Partners

Introducing Our Mill Street Partners

Mill Street wouldn’t be what it is without our team, our members and our Mill Street partners.

At 1 Mill Street in Leamington Spa, partnerships are at the heart of what we do. We work closely with local businesses, organisations, and community groups to create opportunities that inspire collaboration, spark innovation, and support growth.

From incubators and creative networks to industry-specific meet ups and graduate initiatives, these partnerships allow us to connect people, share expertise, and strengthen Leamington’s vibrant business community — all under one roof.

Want to potentially partner with us? Enquire here.

Purple Monster

Since the beginning of 2020, we’ve been injecting some extra excitement into our event offerings through our partnership with our good friends at Purple Monster.

Alan Heap, founding Director of Purple Monster, was one of our very first Mill Street members, and we’ve been blessed with his presence since the beginning. (He’s a real OG, this one)

Purple Monster is a virtual first communications & engagement agency with a mission to turn content into a creative experience.

The best bit? They’re only around the corner.

If you’re looking for a green-screen studio, photography studio, or help with event coordination, the team has the tools to provide an engaging, interactive, and enjoyable experience for audiences inside Mill Street and beyond.

PURPLE MONSTER

Creative Futures

Over the past five years, Creative Futures at 1 Mill Street, Leamington Spa, has supported 50 creative and digital start-ups to launch and grow — all under one roof. Powered by a partnership with The University of Warwick, our business incubator offers entrepreneurs mentoring, expert advice, networking opportunities, and hands-on support. Every six months, five new businesses join our programme, receiving a year’s membership at 1 Mill Street and six months of tailored business support worth £10,000.

If you’re looking to start or scale your creative business in Leamington Spa, apply now for the next Creative Futures cohort or learn more via the Warwick Innovation District website.

CREATIVE FUTURES

The Game Dev Group

At 1 Mill Street, we’re proud to partner with The Game Dev Group, Leamington Spa’s vibrant community of game developers, creatives, and enthusiasts.

Based here, they provide a welcoming space for programmers, designers, voice actors, indie devs, and anyone passionate about game creation to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate.
Each month, they host events ranging from industry talks and fireside chats to game jams, social nights, and recruitment events with partners like Playground Games — all helping to strengthen Leamington’s thriving gaming scene.

GAMES DEV GROUP

Mill Pool

Bridging the gap for young entrepreneurs.

Introducing Millpool – our newest collaboration between 1 Mill Street and Warwick College and University Centre (WCUC) – designed to open doors for Leamington’s creative graduates as they transition from further education into the professional world.

This partnership offers WCUC graduates access to helpful resources, exposure to potential employers, support from the Mill Street community and access to the Mill Street space and facilities.

Inspired by our relationship with Creative Futures, the initiative helps bridge the gap between education and industry, giving local students networking opportunities and a platform to grow their portfolios.

Get in touch to learn more about our partnership with Millpool or if you’d like to introduce yourself to Warwickshire’s young entrepreneurs.

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The 51% Club

We’re proud to collaborate with The 51% Club, a thriving community for female founders across all industries, dedicated to helping women scale their businesses and unlock their full potential.

Through this partnership, we host expert-led workshops, evening networking events, and inspiring talks right here at 1 Mill Street, Leamington Spa, connecting ambitious female entrepreneurs with the insights, peer support, and opportunities they need to thrive.

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