Welcome
Friar Gate Studios is home to some of Derby’s most exciting young creative businesses – web and fashion designers, film and radio producers, advertising agencies, architects and many more. Together, they represent the ‘creative industries’, one of the fastest growing business sectors in the region.
In the heart of the city's commercial district, Friar Gate Studios offers affordable modern office facilities and a creative environment for ambitious creative businesses.
Friar Gate Studios opened to the creative industries in November 2006. Although the project is led by Derby City Council and funded by a basket of public sector finance including a £1m grant from Derby & Derbyshire Economic Partnership (DDEP), it is running as a commercial venture with a ‘private sector’ image.
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Latest news
Design agency teams up with TV star
A Derby design company has landed a deal to create a new website for one of the hottest stars of reality TV.
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Cafe Bean - Bean Bag offer
Bean Café have started to do a takeaway ‘meal deal’
Same great food, just served in a bag!
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Managing international design and branding projects
Former global head of industrial design at Bombardier Transportation – the world’s number one train manufacturer. ...
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Tips & hints from Revolver Revolver
How to appoint a creative partner for your business ...
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Creative Community
Continually bringing together diverse and innovative creatives...
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Spotlight Tenant
This month we are highlighting the talents of David Gordon Ltdand showcasing...
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