About Us
The Begining
Venom BattleGear was founded in 2016 by Simon Longley – a designer, printer, and lifelong gaming enthusiast.
Before starting the business, Simon spent over a decade working in the paper and watermarking industry as a Dandy Roll Development Technician. Unfortunately, redundancy brought that chapter to a close, and with such a niche skill set, staying in the UK would have meant leaving his expertise behind.
Instead, Simon chose to channel his passion and experience into print and design. He launched iCandy Print in 2013, offering custom printing services. It didn’t take long for his love of tabletop gaming to merge with his professional skills – and so the idea for Venom BattleGear was born.
The journey began with 3×3 foot battlemats designed for Star Wars: X-Wing. Originally named Venom Battlemats, Simon soon realised the brand needed to grow beyond just mats – and so, Venom BattleGear was created. The name reflects our expanded range of custom gaming gear, represented by our signature logo: the Snake in the Gear.
What we do
At Venom BattleGear, we specialise in custom playmats and tabletop gaming accessories, printed right here in the UK. Whether you’re into trading card games or skirmish wargames, we offer high-quality products designed for durability, style, and personalisation.
Our range includes:
Custom Playmats
Templates & Objectives
3D Printed Miniatures
Photo Slates, Panels & Art Boards
Coasters & Gaming Accessories
Battlemats for various systems
Looking for something unique? We also offer bespoke design and illustration services – perfect for gamers who want a custom playmat but don’t have a design of their own. Just share your ideas and we’ll bring them to life
Collaboration & Creativity
We’re constantly innovating, testing new ideas, and expanding our product range. Many exciting items are still being prepared for launch, so keep an eye on the website for updates.
Got a concept in mind? We’re always open to collaborations and new projects. Whether you’re an individual creator, a gaming team, or a brand looking for something special, we’d love to hear from you.
We’ve proudly worked with a variety of gaming communities, companies and developers, including:
- Zatu Games
- Vault-X
- Japan2UK
- Airsmiths
- 3rd Down Collectables
- Loyalty TCG
- Cucumber Games
- Zephyr Wargames
- Team Mewbies
- Geomancy Gaming
- Quill & tale
- Go Again Gaming
…and many more!
Join the Gear
At Venom BattleGear, it’s all about enjoying the hobby and staying creative. Whether you’re customising your first playmat or commissioning a full set of gaming gear, we’re here to help make your tabletop experience unforgettable.
Let’s build something epic – together.