The History of Oldham

History is a vital component of our work. The inspiration for The Mills at Hollinwood comes from the area’s rich history of manufacturing as a key hub during the industrial revolution, and we want to deliver the same sense of forward-thinking and innovation to drive our own business revolution.

The development of the project was inspired by Oldham’s history at the forefront of the UK textiles industry during the 1800s, which represents the values of hard work and innovation that power The Mills.

We were also driven by the opportunity to regenerate a former industrial site, and to create a state-of-the-art office space development through multiple phases over the next few years that will serve the local community as a vital business hub.

Our aim is to make The Mills best for you, best for your team, and best for your business. To learn how we can help you with an office space configured to your needs, call us today on 0161 763 0828.

Our inspiration

In the mid-19th century, Oldham was at the heart of the industrial revolution thanks to its strong connection to the textile industry and valuable reserves of coal. The growth and transformation of cotton mills was powered by the work ethic and determination of the local people, qualities that have never subsided.

That spirit of transformation and revolution is fundamental to the design philosophy of The Mills and we’ve worked to create an office space with the flexibility to suit a wide variety of needs and a range of future-proof features to deliver everything that the modern business needs.

Annie Kenney Mill, the first phase of the development, is named after a revolutionary suffragette who grew up in Greater Manchester and became one of the region’s proudest heroes. Annie Kenney worked in Oldham’s cotton mills for 15 years before she went on to become a notable activist fighting for women’s suffrage through a leadership role in the  Women's Social and Political Union. 

That determination for change and belief in a better future was a lodestar for our own technological revolution in developing The Mills at Hollinwood

Our Spaces

The Mills

Total Accessibility

Immediate access to the motorway network

Total Flexibility

Configure the space that works for you

Solar Regeneration

Maximising renewable energy for a cleaner future

Total Global Reach

Manchester airport in 30 minutes

Total Environmental Benefit

EV charging points on site

Total Connectivity

Class-leading wi-fi and broadband

Regeneration

The longevity and proud history of the textiles manufacturing industry in Oldham and the surrounding areas reflect the values of the area’s hard-working, industrious people.

We recognised an opportunity to harness that spirit and ethos by creating a new, state-of-the-art office environment that would meet your exact specifications and provide everything you need from a modern workspace.

We believe that a new industrial revolution is taking place, transforming the way we work and the needs of the modern office. In that spirit, we’ve developed The Mills to provide cutting-edge, stylish and flexible office space for the business of the future. The Mills is a multi-phase development that will take shape over the next several years, so no matter the scope of your business’ needs, we can help.

To enquire about office space at The Mills at Hollinwood, please get in touch by calling us on 0161 763 0828.