Our Network

We connect 1 Mill street and the University with the UK’s largest creative cluster outside London to foster innovation and collaboration.

What is Our Network?

Our location at 1 Mill Street facilitates cross-disciplinary exchange, connecting the University with the UK’s largest creative cluster outside London to foster innovation and collaboration. We have led innovative and placemaking activities such as direct business support, 5G-powered esports centre in the Pump Rooms, community events during Commonwealth Games, R&D funding for small businesses, and challenge funding for societal issues.

  1. Reap the benefits of our 1 Mill Street resources:
  2. Reap the benefits of our Access to Talent programme:
  3. Work experience. We offer various work experience arrangements to suit different business needs and student availability:

    • Internships: Structured periods of work outside of studies, with agreed goals and objectives. These provide students with relevant professional experience while aligning with business needs.
    • Placements: Work experience integrated into academic degree courses. Students often complete assignments or progress reports alongside their tasks for the business.
    • Project Work and Consultancy: Collaborative projects between businesses and the University to solve problems, conduct research, or explore business decisions. These may be part of a course or linked to broader University research activities.
    • Casual Work: Part-time or temporary positions that can meet immediate business needs while offering students work experience. This can provide businesses with fresh skills and help build relationships with student cohorts.
  4. Support for Freelancers. We recognise the unique challenges freelancers face and are dedicated to providing tailored support to help you thrive in the creative industry, including guidance on business development and networking opportunities.

Key Information

Location

1 Mill Street,

Royal Leamington Spa,

CV31 1ES

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Whether you need support with knowledge exchange, a versatile event venue, or connections to local industry, find out how Creative Futures can help you.

What is it?

A programme that provides practical business advice on finding the right talent, accessing finance and grants, and securing workspace.

Who is it for?

The Mill Street Exchange is a collaborative initiative between the University of Warwick, Warwickshire County Council, and 1 Mill Street, aimed at supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs. This service is open to any business in the local area as well as Mill Street members.

When is it?
Every Thursday | 10.00am – 2.00pm

Testimonial

“Extremely helpful … my colleague and I were grateful for the well-informed help.”

Samantha Elvyhart – Pathways Psychotherapy

What are they?

30 minute tours of the building.

When is it?

Every Monday and Friday

How to book?

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What is it?
 Come and deliver 1:1 sessions or workshops for our community of SMEs.

What is it?
Build relationships to aid research, collaboration and knowledge exchange.

What is it?
Connect with your courses, promote events and opportunities such as jobs, placements and challenges for students.

What is it?
A range of spaces and facilities available to book

Who is it for?
Available to Warwick colleagues as part of our partnership

What spaces are available?

  • Urban Garden: A flexible indoor venue available for University of Warwick staff to book
  • Coffee House: Ideal for informal meetings.
  • Meeting Rooms: Suitable for 8-12 people, at a discounted rate of £20 per hour.
  • Podcast Studio: Available to hire at the members rate of £50 per hour.
  • Phone Booths: Quiet spaces for video calls and meetings.

 

Booking is essential, contact the team to request access to any of the above. To explore how we can assist you, please reach out to us.

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          We are passionate about creating a diverse talent pipeline, which responds to skills gaps within the creative sector, increasing the opportunities for students, graduates and local businesses. Our work focuses on knowledge exchange, business engagement, employability and talent, drawing on the University of Warwick’s excellence in education and research.

Clare Green, Associate Director – Creative Futures

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