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CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY 2024 12th Dec 2024 CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY 2024 We once again donned our best Christmas jumpers for Save the Children! Festive fun all around and all for a great cause! ... Read more
PROUD SPONSORS OF PRUFC 18th Nov 2024 PROUD SPONSORS OF PRUFC At the weekend, we had the privilege of supporting Penrith RUFC as they stormed to a fantastic 54-21 victory against Stoke -on-Trent. As long standing supporters of the Club, it was great to see the team's success on the field. From the Club's hospitality to... Read more
CHILDREN IN NEED 2024 15th Nov 2024 CHILDREN IN NEED 2024 Look who stopped by our office! Thanks, Pudsey, for delivering treats and smiles in support of a special cause. ... Read more
TIM FARRON MP VISIT 11th Nov 2024 TIM FARRON MP VISIT We recently welcomed Tim Farron MP to our development in Ambleside to discuss the importance of affordable housing in this beautiful but increasingly challenging area for locals to secure homes. With demand high and a significant number of homes held as second... Read more
CELEBRATING 42 YEARS! 1st Nov 2024 CELEBRATING 42 YEARS! Another candle on the birthday cake! We are proud to be celebrating 42 successful years of Atkinson Building Contractors! From our first project to the many we’ve been privileged to complete over the years, it’s been an incredible journey built on trust, quality,... Read more
CASTLETOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE IMPROVEMENTS 1st Nov 2024 CASTLETOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE IMPROVEMENTS We recently completed the renovation at Castletown Community Centre, home to Wetheriggs United Football Club! As proud supporters of the Club, we’re honoured to have contributed to creating a refreshed and functional space that serves both the WUFC team and the... Read more
HOSPICE AT HOME RACE DAY 29th Oct 2024 HOSPICE AT HOME RACE DAY Atkinson Building Contractors had the pleasure of attending the Hospice at Home charity race day! It was a fantastic afternoon of racing, connection, and meaningful support for an incredible cause. The work Hospice at Home does for those facing challenging times... Read more
PROJECT COMPLETE: GHYLLMOUNT DENTAL PRACTICE EXTENSION 21st Oct 2024 PROJECT COMPLETE: GHYLLMOUNT DENTAL PRACTICE EXTENSION We’re thrilled to unveil the newly extended Ghyllmount Dental Practice in Penrith! The customer’s priority was to make the space fully functional as quickly as possible, and we delivered - completing the project in just 7 weeks! The extension adds 2 new surgeries... Read more
REACHING NEW HEIGHTS: ATKINSONS TAKES ON KILIMANJARO 21st Oct 2024 REACHING NEW HEIGHTS: ATKINSONS TAKES ON KILIMANJARO Our Managing Director Steve, a lifelong football fan, and Site Supervisor David have completed the adventure of a lifetime - conquering the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in support of the Manchester United Foundation! This incredible achievement required months... Read more
BLOOD BIKES GALA DINNER 18th Oct 2024 BLOOD BIKES GALA DINNER Some of the team had the pleasure of attending the Blood Bikes Cumbria 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner, celebrating the incredible work the charity has done over the past decade! We’re proud supporters of Blood Bikes Cumbria, providing storage for their vital vehicles... Read more
CHAMBER BUSINESS AWARDS REGIONAL WINNER 30th Sep 2024 CHAMBER BUSINESS AWARDS REGIONAL WINNER Exciting news! We’ve been named regional winners at the Business Chamber Awards in the People and Work category! This incredible achievement highlights our ongoing commitment to investing in our people, nurturing talent, and creating a positive and supportive... Read more
HOMES DESIGNED FOR EVERY NEED 23rd Sep 2024 HOMES DESIGNED FOR EVERY NEED At our White Ox Way development in Penrith, we’re proud to have completed a home with multiple adaptations, creating a comfortable and accessible environment for a family with care needs. With the installation of track hoists, a platform lift, and a specialist... Read more
LABC BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARDS - REGIONAL WINNERS 2024 23rd Aug 2024 LABC BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARDS - REGIONAL WINNERS 2024 We are thrilled to share that Atkinson Building Contractors and Atkinson Homes have scooped up not just 1 award in this year's Northern LABC Building Excellence Awards, but 4! George & Dragon, Clifton - Best Non-residential Extension, Alteration or Conversion Matthew... Read more
TRANSFORMING A PENRITH GARAGE INTO A CONTEMPORARY LIVING SPACE 19th Aug 2024 TRANSFORMING A PENRITH GARAGE INTO A CONTEMPORARY LIVING SPACE We’re excited to unveil our recent transformation of a property in Penrith! The brief: convert a traditional garage into a stunning contemporary living space with an extended kitchen. To achieve our client’s vision of an enhanced living space, we removed the... Read more
CHASE PARK AND PADDOCK ROW BRINGS AFFORDABLE, ENERGY EFFICIENT HOMES TO EDEN 15th Jul 2024 CHASE PARK AND PADDOCK ROW BRINGS AFFORDABLE, ENERGY EFFICIENT HOMES TO EDEN We are proud to announce the completion of the Chase Park and Paddock Row housing development in Penrith, which marks a significant milestone in addressing the affordable housing need in Eden. Delivered in conjunction with national housing provider The Riverside... Read more
PROPERTY RENOVATION, KESWICK 4th Jul 2024 PROPERTY RENOVATION, KESWICK Another fantastic project completed by the Atkinsons team! This project included a full internal remodel of a home situated within Keswick, following new ownership. Our clients requested a full renovation to update the interior to their preferences. We completed... Read more
CRY for EDEN CHARITY RUN 1st Jul 2024 CRY for EDEN CHARITY RUN At the weekend, ‘Atky’s Aces’ got their running shoes on for the CRY for Eden 24-hour charity relay run! We’re proud to support CRY for Eden (Cardiac Risk in the Young), a charity providing vital free heart screenings to young people in Eden. Well done team... Read more
ECO-FRIENDLY MILES 3rd Jun 2024 ECO-FRIENDLY MILES Our fleet just got greener with the addition of another electric vehicle! This step is part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. By expanding our electric fleet, we are actively cutting down on emissions, promoting cleaner... Read more
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 15th May 2024 MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and this year’s theme is movement: moving more for our mental health. At Atkinsons, we’re proud to support mental health in every way we can. From supporting local sports clubs to taking part in charity fitness events, we’re advocates... Read more
BIKES BOATS BOOTS 2024 14th May 2024 BIKES BOATS BOOTS 2024 Atkinsons are thrilled to have again taken part in the action-packed Bikes Boats Boots fundraiser for Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria's Children's Hospice.  We are extremely proud to have supported the event and to have helped raise vital funds for these... Read more
FOOTBALL SHIRT FRIDAY 2024 29th Apr 2024 FOOTBALL SHIRT FRIDAY 2024 Another successful Football Shirt Friday in the books! Team Atkinsons came together in style, raising vital funds for bowel cancer research through the Bobby Moore Fund. A big shoutout to everyone who contributed - we've raised a fantastic £330!  ... Read more
NEW DAY NURSERY IN PENRITH 12th Apr 2024 NEW DAY NURSERY IN PENRITH We are pleased to announce planning approval for a new day nursery in Penrith! Conveniently located in Eden Business Park, the nursery will provide much needed additional childcare services for the area. With many businesses based in the Business Park, the nursery... Read more
BEACON CROSS, EASTER 2024 28th Mar 2024 BEACON CROSS, EASTER 2024 In collaboration with Lonsdale Estates and Churches Together in Penrith, Atkinsons are honoured to have reinstalled the cross at Penrith Beacon in time for this year’s Holy Week.   "Thank you so much everyone; this is a wonderful tradition for Penrith and very... Read more
NEW HOMES FOR APPLEBY 27th Mar 2024 NEW HOMES FOR APPLEBY We are delighted that work has officially commenced on a new fully affordable housing scheme in Appleby, Cumbria!  Working in partnership with Home Group, the scheme will revitalise an unused brownfield site within the market town of Appleby, delivering much... Read more
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK 8th Mar 2024 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK At Atkinsons, we are proud to have an exceptional team across all our operations. Today, we are shining the spotlight on our fantastic team of talented and dedicated women!   Happy International Women’s Day and Women in Construction Week! ... Read more
MOUNTAIN RESCUE DONATION 18th Jan 2024 MOUNTAIN RESCUE DONATION We are pleased to have been able to provide our Contracts Manager, Ian Martin, with a drysuit to use while volunteering with the Mountain Rescue Team. Ian has volunteered for the Mountain Rescue team for nearly 24 years and the team is now getting more flood... Read more
TREE COLLECTION FOR HOSPICE AT HOME 15th Jan 2024 TREE COLLECTION FOR HOSPICE AT HOME We are once again proud to have been able to help Hospice at Home with their annual Christmas tree appeal. We are committed to making a positive contribution within our local community and it’s great to be able to help a charity we work so closely with. ... Read more
CHRISTMAS TREE DONATION 18th Dec 2023 CHRISTMAS TREE DONATION As a company we like to give back to the communities in which we provide housing, and we are currently developing a new housing scheme in the heart of Stainton, Penrith. Jubilee Gardens is positioned behind Stainton Village Hall, and we are keen to show our support... Read more
CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY 2023 7th Dec 2023 CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY 2023 We recently took part in the annual Christmas Jumper Day, raising vital funds for Save the Children. This was a great way to get into the festive spirit, and we enjoyed a lovely Christmas lunch made by Tracy. Thank you to everyone who donated, Atkinsons doubled... Read more
INVESTING IN LOCAL PEOPLE 30th Nov 2023 INVESTING IN LOCAL PEOPLE We continue to invest in local people, as part of our commitment to training and employment of school leavers within the local area.   Since 1991, Atkinsons has employed more than 100 apprentices with most going on to achieve significant growth within the company,... Read more
PLANNING APPROVAL, AMBLESIDE 9th Nov 2023 PLANNING APPROVAL, AMBLESIDE Atkinson Building Contractors Ltd is delighted to announce the successful approval of our planning application for 40 residential units with a mixture of tenures on the field located between Loughrigg Park and Borrans Road, Ambleside, Cumbria.  Working in partnership... Read more
CELEBRATING 41 YEARS IN BUSINESS 1st Nov 2023 CELEBRATING 41 YEARS IN BUSINESS Celebrating 41 years of Atkinson Building Contractors! We are extremely proud of our achievements throughout the last 41 years, delivering over 600 affordable homes in the area, supporting over 100 apprentices and trainees, as well as donating tens of thousands... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2023 21st Sep 2023 LABC AWARDS 2023 We are proud to announce that our Hopegill Gardens development has been selected as a regional winner in this year’s LABC Building Excellence Awards. The housing development has been shortlisted for the national grand final in London, having placed first in the... Read more
EDEN ANIMAL RESCUE 20th Sep 2023 EDEN ANIMAL RESCUE We are pleased to have been able to help local charity Eden Animal Rescue with the donation of beds, blankets and toys, following on from the flooding of the centre caused by recent weather conditions. ... Read more
WORKINGTON SITE PROGRESS 12th Sep 2023 WORKINGTON SITE PROGRESS Great progress is being made at Workington with The Metsec frame installation now complete. We are now progressing with the cavity wall insulation & brick tie channel to allow the external leaf of brickwork and blockwork to progress. The external build up to the... Read more
PENRITH BUILDING SOCIETY 11th Aug 2023 PENRITH BUILDING SOCIETY Well done to our team who have recently completed a project at Penrith Building Society. Work was undertaken to improve the layout of each office space, kitchen area, and bathrooms, by moving internal partition walls, as well as rewiring the electrics and plumbing.... Read more
HOME RENOVATION & CONVERSION, THORNTHWAITE 2nd Aug 2023 HOME RENOVATION & CONVERSION, THORNTHWAITE Looking to remodel your home to get the best use of the space you have? Our team have recently undertaken conversion works at a home on the outskirts of Braithwaite, Keswick. Work included the removal of an old kitchen and bathroom, with structural works undertaken... Read more
NEW EXTENSION, PENRITH 30th Jul 2023 NEW EXTENSION, PENRITH Another brilliant job done by the Atkinsons team! We recently completed works on the construction of a new extension at a property within Penrith, with works also including the installation of a new kitchen and bathroom, extensive external works, and the upgrade... Read more
60 YEARS OF WETHERIGGS UNITED 25th Jul 2023 60 YEARS OF WETHERIGGS UNITED WOW, what an excellent day to celebrate 60 years of Wetheriggs United Football Club-we certainly got the best of the weather on Saturday, unexpectedly. A great turn out from past and present players, families, and supporters, with well organised activities for... Read more
GIVE A DAY TO THE CITY 17th Jul 2023 GIVE A DAY TO THE CITY Give a Day to the City... On Friday 30th June, 3 of our apprentices took part in a community project which saw students from Carlisle College give back to the local community, helping those who may need it. Our team headed to James Rennie School in Carlisle... Read more
GEORGE & DRAGON REFURBISHMENT 8th Jun 2023 GEORGE & DRAGON REFURBISHMENT We are pleased to announce the completion of our most recent major refurbishment project at the George & Dragon in Clifton. Atkinsons are proud to have been appointed as the main contractor, helping to reinstate the venue following significant fire damage. Works... Read more
FREE PLANNING ADVICE 2nd Jun 2023 FREE PLANNING ADVICE Thinking of extending or altering your home or business? Contact Atkinsons for the complete planning, design, and project management solutions. We have a full team of experienced staff to help guide and build your dream. Visit our Keswick office on the last... Read more
WORKINGTON SITE PROGRESS 2nd Jun 2023 WORKINGTON SITE PROGRESS We’re pleased to share the photographs of current progress on our Workington project for Riverside Housing Association on a lovely sunny day. We currently have 19 bungalows erected and just completed the concrete floor on the extra care building and started... Read more
BIKES, BOATS & BOOTS 2023 15th May 2023 BIKES, BOATS & BOOTS 2023 A huge well done to team Atkinsons who took part in this years ‘Bikes, Boats & Boots’ event, raising vital funds for a fantastic local charity, Eden Valley Hospice, and Jigsaw’s Childrens Hospice. The event saw each team cycle 30 miles, paddle 2 miles across... Read more
NEW COMMERCIAL UNITS 25th Apr 2023 NEW COMMERCIAL UNITS We have now successfully completed the first two units at our commercial site based at Gilwilly, Penrith. The extension to Eden Business Park is the perfect base for thriving businesses. PSSI and Woggle Goggle have now officially moved into their new custom-built... Read more
FOOTBALL SHIRT FRIDAY 2023 25th Apr 2023 FOOTBALL SHIRT FRIDAY 2023 We have once again taken part in Football Shirt Friday in order to raise money for the Bobby Moore Fund, helping to tackle Bowel Cancer. A great effort by team Atkinsons with some healthy football rivalry included, a huge thank you to everyone who has donate... Read more
THE "BIG HELP OUT" 11th Apr 2023 THE "BIG HELP OUT" We recently donated litter pickers and refuse sacks to assist Keswick Scout Group, Keswick Guides and Threlkeld Brownies with the “Big Help Out”. The “Big Help Out” is a National Day of Volunteering taking place on Monday 8th May.   Pictured: Tony Ripley, Aukje... Read more
CHARITY DONATION, HOSPICE AT HOME 11th Apr 2023 CHARITY DONATION, HOSPICE AT HOME We are delighted to be able to continue to support Hospice at Home with a donation to help fund the production of their Contact Magazine. The money donated will enable Hospice at Home to use their resources elsewhere, providing vital support to those who need it... Read more
MATCH SPONSOR, PENRITH AFC 6th Apr 2023 MATCH SPONSOR, PENRITH AFC On Saturday we sponsored Penrith AFC in their home fixture against Seaham Redstar. Unfortunately, the result, 1-0, went against Penrith in this battle at the bottom, but we once again enjoyed the convivial hospitality that surrounds Frenchfield. We send good... Read more
HAPPY EASTER FROM ATKINSONS 5th Apr 2023 HAPPY EASTER FROM ATKINSONS With the permission from Lonsdale Estates, Atkinson’s are once again proud to erect the cross at Penrith Beacon in time for Easter. “Thank you to the team at Atkinsons and to John and Joanne on behalf of Lonsdale Settled Estates for your support for this special... Read more
STEP INSIDE STRIDING EDGE COURT 3rd Apr 2023 STEP INSIDE STRIDING EDGE COURT Step inside Striding Edge Court… Our new homes within our Striding Edge Court are ready for you to add the finishing touches too! This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a new home within a sought-after area. To book a viewing, please contact our team using... Read more
SITE PROGRESS, WORKINGTON 24th Feb 2023 SITE PROGRESS, WORKINGTON Work is progressing well at our site in Workington, with the first few bungalow timber frames being erected. Work also continues on the main building foundations. A huge well done to everyone involved in the project.  ... Read more
HOME RENOVATION PROJECT 7th Feb 2023 HOME RENOVATION PROJECT Another fantastic home renovation project completed by our experienced team! Works included the internal refurbishment to a property within Braithwaite, Cumbria. We carried out structural works, creating new openings, the installation of a new Ensuite and Kitchen,... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2022 30th Jan 2023 LABC AWARDS 2022 Part of team Atkinson’s headed to London on Friday night to celebrate this years LABC Building Excellence Awards. The awards celebrate significant achievements within the construction industry, rewarding excellent buildings, outstanding companies, as well as partnerships... Read more
CHARITY DONATIONS AT CHRISTMAS 22nd Dec 2022 CHARITY DONATIONS AT CHRISTMAS This year, instead of sending out Christmas cards we have donated to 3 charities, all of which are close to home. These donations will help support each cause, not only over Christmas but well into the new year. We have donated to Bernardo’s children’s charity,... Read more
SALVATION ARMY CHRISTMAS APPEAL 19th Dec 2022 SALVATION ARMY CHRISTMAS APPEAL Each year the Salvation Army launch their annual Christmas appeal, which aims to support those who may be vulnerable throughout December. This year, in the run up to Christmas we have managed to raise over £55 in cash for Penrith’s Salvation Army, as well as over... Read more
CHILDREN IN NEED 2022 18th Nov 2022 CHILDREN IN NEED 2022 We had a very special visitor at our Head office in Penrith this week, raising funds for a fantastic cause. Thank you to Pudsey for delivering some sweet treats! #childreninneed2022  ... Read more
UNDERSTANDING CONSTRUCTION, LAKES COLLEGE 14th Nov 2022 UNDERSTANDING CONSTRUCTION, LAKES COLLEGE On Thursday, students from Lakes College West Cumbria, visited our new Extra Care scheme being constructed in Workington.   The Year 1 and Year 2 T level Design Surveying students from the colleges’ construction department were invited onto site, gaining an insight... Read more
DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING 2nd Nov 2022 DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING Following on from the installation of a new Defibrillator at our head office in Penrith, we are pleased to announce that 7 of our employees are now equipped with the knowledge and training needed in order to efficiently use the medical device. A huge thank you... Read more
GREAT NORTH RUN 18th Oct 2022 GREAT NORTH RUN We would like to say a huge well done to our employees, Richard Thorburn and Martyn Currie for taking part in this year’s Great North Run. They took part in the event in order to raise funds for ‘Bright Red’, a charity fighting blood cancer for a brighter future. Richard... Read more
NEW DEFIBRILLATOR 17th Oct 2022 NEW DEFIBRILLATOR We have successfully installed a new defibrillator at our head office in Penrith. The installation of this piece of medical equipment coincides with ‘Restart a Heart’ month, an annual campaign that runs throughout October. The campaign aims to highlight and educate... Read more
WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2022 10th Oct 2022 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2022 #WorldMentalHealthDay2022 Today marks World Mental Health Day, and as a company we are committed to supporting mental health within the workplace. The theme of this year’s campaign is ‘making mental health a global priority’, with a focus on putting yourself... Read more
PROJECT COMPLETE, HOPEGILL GARDENS 5th Oct 2022 PROJECT COMPLETE, HOPEGILL GARDENS On Friday 30th September, our final home was handed over at Hopegill Gardens, and what a fantastic project it has been. Work started at our site in Braithwaite during June 2021, and has taken just over 15 months to complete. The collection of 5 traditional,... Read more
ATKINSON HOMES, LABC AWARDS 2022 5th Oct 2022 ATKINSON HOMES, LABC AWARDS 2022 We are proud to announce that our Mulberry Gardens Development has been selected as a regional winner in this year’s LABC Building Excellence Awards. The scheme has been shortlisted for the national grand final, having placed first in the ‘Best Medium Volume... Read more
ATKINSON BUILDING CONTRACTORS, LABC AWARDS 2022 5th Oct 2022 ATKINSON BUILDING CONTRACTORS, LABC AWARDS 2022 We are proud to announce that our McDevitt Way & Girdwood Close Development has been selected as a regional winner in this year’s LABC Building Excellence Awards. The scheme has been shortlisted for the national grand final, having placed first in the ‘Best... Read more
HRH QUEEN ELIZABETH II 8th Sep 2022 HRH QUEEN ELIZABETH II It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. We pay tribute to her life of dedicated service and join others around the world in the mourning of her death. 70 years of leadership, dignity, and selflessness. Our... Read more
NEW SPONSOR OF KESWICK RUFC 1ST TEAM 6th Sep 2022 NEW SPONSOR OF KESWICK RUFC 1ST TEAM We are proud to continue to support local organisations and sports clubs within the area and will be the new main shirt sponsor for Keswick RUFC 1st team for the next 2 seasons.   The new kit was unveiled before the opening 1st team fixture of the 2022/2023... Read more
Low Carbon Lake District Grant Scheme 5th Sep 2022 Low Carbon Lake District Grant Scheme As a Company we are taking additional steps in the bid to reduce our energy consumption. As part of our pledge, we have secured a grant from the Lake District Foundation, the Low Carbon Lake District Programme, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government,... Read more
A VISIT FROM WORKINGTON MP, MARK JENKINSON 10th Aug 2022 A VISIT FROM WORKINGTON MP, MARK JENKINSON On Friday 5th August, we were delighted to be able to welcome Mark Jenkinson, MP for Workington, to the site of our new Extra Care Scheme being built for Riverside Housing. A time capsule was placed on the site of the scheme, which is a great initiative to involve... Read more
NETWORKING EVENT 6th Jul 2022 NETWORKING EVENT Cumbria Chamber of Commerce recently held a Networking Lunch with Neil Hudson MP for Penrith and The Border which took place at Roundthorn Country House Hotel. The event provided opportunity to forge business to business relationships as well as an opportunity... Read more
CARLISLE BELL & CUMBERLAND PLATE DAY 23rd Jun 2022 CARLISLE BELL & CUMBERLAND PLATE DAY Atkinson’s were one of the main sponsors at this years Carlisle Bell & Cumberland Plate Day. The event saw members of our team gather at Carlisle Racecourse to support those competing in the ‘Atkinson Building Contractors Cumberland Plate Handicap Stakes’. Congratulations... Read more
CHARITY DAWN WALK 12th Jun 2022 CHARITY DAWN WALK We are proud to have been able to support Hospice at Home as they celebrate their 25th Anniversary. Team Atkinson’s took part in the ‘Dawn Walk’ on Sunday 12th June, which saw Steve, Jonathan, David and Barry walk 7 miles to raise funds for the hospice. We are... Read more
NEW EXTRA CARE SCHEME, WORKINGTON 17th May 2022 NEW EXTRA CARE SCHEME, WORKINGTON We are proud to announce that work has officially commenced on a new Extra Care Scheme being built by Atkinson Building Contractors for Riverside Housing Group. The development sits within a prime position on the Harbour within Workington and will offer 107 affordable... Read more
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 10th May 2022 MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK Mental Health Awareness Week is all about supporting each other to understand and manage our mental health, and as a company we are committed to supporting mental health within the workplace. The theme of this year’s campaign was ‘Loneliness’, and as many of us... Read more
WUFC SPONSORED GOLF DAY 6th May 2022 WUFC SPONSORED GOLF DAY The sun may not have been shining on Friday 6th May, but the rain didn’t stop us! We had a fantastic day raising money for a fantastic club, Wetheriggs United Football Club. A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising the event. ... Read more
BEACON CROSS, HOLY WEEK 2022 13th Apr 2022 BEACON CROSS, HOLY WEEK 2022 In association with Londsdale Estates and Churches Together in Penrith, Atkinsons are once again proud to erect the cross at Penrith Beacon as part of this year’s Holy Week, the week between Palm Sunday and Easter. We built and donated the cross several years... Read more
IS YOUR HOME SAFE AND LEGAL? 12th Apr 2022 IS YOUR HOME SAFE AND LEGAL? Millions of people across the UK expose themselves to the risks that cause electrical accidents in the home, due to a lack of understanding surrounding electrical tests and safety. New regulations require landlords to have their electrical installations inspected... Read more
PROJECT COMPLETE, MULBERRY GARDENS 7th Apr 2022 PROJECT COMPLETE, MULBERRY GARDENS We are proud to announce that we have this week handed over our final home at Mulberry Gardens, Beacon Edge, Penrith. Our luxury development sits within a prime position in one of the most prestigious areas overlooking the town of Penrith, and comprises of 8... Read more
HAPPY RETIREMENT JOHN 4th Apr 2022 HAPPY RETIREMENT JOHN We would like to wish John Airey a Happy Retirement following on from over 18 years service with Atkinson Building Contractors. ‘Aira’ has been a very important part of our operations over many years and has been a great mentor to lots of our up and coming talent.... Read more
A YEAR ON SITE 30th Mar 2022 A YEAR ON SITE After successfully taking part in our ‘Year on Site’ traineeship, we are pleased to say current Site Operative, Jack Waugh, will be starting his Bricklaying apprenticeship with Atkinson’s in September. Well done Jack, keep up the good work! Pictured:... Read more
NEW HOMES WEEK 25th Mar 2022 NEW HOMES WEEK As we come to the end of national #newhomesweek, we want to share the benefits of buying a new home with Atkinson’s. We have been building award winning homes for over 40 years, from exclusive luxury family homes in prestigious locations to first time buyer... Read more
EMPLOYABILITY FAIR 10th Mar 2022 EMPLOYABILITY FAIR Earlier this week we took part in the first ever Employability Fair hosted by Right2Work and the Oaklea Group. The event was a fantastic way to celebrate #nationalcareersweek with over 130 attendees heading down to the Appleby Hub! ... Read more
INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY 2022 8th Mar 2022 INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY 2022 Today we celebrate #internationalwomensday, coinciding with #womeninconstructionweek ����‍♀️ We are grateful for the team we have here at Atkinson’s, celebrating and bringing together accomplished women within our profession. ... Read more
WELCOME TO STAINTON 28th Jan 2022 WELCOME TO STAINTON Atkinson Homes has acquired a new site in Stainton for an upcoming housing development, a prime and popular location on the outskirts of Penrith. Further details to follow. ... Read more
CHRISTMAS TREE COLLECTION APPEAL 13th Jan 2022 CHRISTMAS TREE COLLECTION APPEAL Starting the year as we mean to go on... We are committed to making a positive contribution within our local community and had the opportunity to help a charity we have partnered for many years. Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland we’re on a mission,... Read more
TWILIGHT HOUR 5th Jan 2022 TWILIGHT HOUR Twilight hour at Mulberry Gardens. New Year, New Me, right? Well, how about New Year, New Home… If you are looking for a change of scenery in 2022 and want to live within one of Penrith’s most prestigious locations, then you’ve certainly come to the right... Read more
FOOTBALL SHIRT FRIDAY 2021 19th Nov 2021 FOOTBALL SHIRT FRIDAY 2021 A great effort by the team in support of this year’s #Footballshirtfriday, raising vital funds to help tackle bowel cancer. Thank you to those who have donated, we have managed to raise £135.54 for the Bobby Moore Fund. ... Read more
NEW DEVELOPMENT, STRIDING EDGE COURT 11th Nov 2021 NEW DEVELOPMENT, STRIDING EDGE COURT Striding Edge Court is our latest development consisting of 2 bedroom luxury apartments and cottages. Each dwelling has been designed to create the perfect blend of modern and traditional living. Situated just a stones throw away from Keswick town centre, Striding... Read more
DRIVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION 9th Nov 2021 DRIVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Today we had the pleasure of helping Fine & Country North Cumbria on their travels in the new #minielectric as part of their recent campaign in partnership with Lloyd MINI. Atkinson’s is home to an EV charging point which has recently been installed, demonstrating... Read more
SUCCESS FOR ATKINSON HOMES, LABC AWARDS 2021 3rd Nov 2021 SUCCESS FOR ATKINSON HOMES, LABC AWARDS 2021 Atkinson Homes are proud to have once again been recognised at this years’ Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Regional Excellence Awards. Tynefield Drive, Penrith received a Highly Commended Award in the ‘best medium volume new housing development’ category... Read more
UNDER CONSTRUCTION, HOPEGILL GARDENS 18th Oct 2021 UNDER CONSTRUCTION, HOPEGILL GARDENS Work is progressing well at our Hopegill Gardens development with all 5 homes now sold subject to contract. Faced with elements of traditional Lakeland slate and sandstone features, these superb homes are situated within a popular rural setting. Our new homes are... Read more
HOPEGILL GARDENS, BRAITHWAITE 13th Oct 2021 HOPEGILL GARDENS, BRAITHWAITE All 5 properties at our Hopegill Gardens development have been sold subject to contract. An amazing job done by the Atkinson Homes team!!     ... Read more
CHARITY BAKE SALE 4th Oct 2021 CHARITY BAKE SALE Our Development Coordinator, Antonia Turner, recently held a charity bake sale in aid of Cancer Research UK. Earlier this year Antonia decided to enter the Race for Life, an annual event held in Carlisle, but due to the Covid-19 pandemic this was later cancelled.... Read more
MCDEVITT WAY AND GIRDWOOD CLOSE, CARLISLE 1st Oct 2021 MCDEVITT WAY AND GIRDWOOD CLOSE, CARLISLE McDevitt Way and Girdwood Close, our most recent development in partnership with Riverside Housing Group is now complete. Situated off Dalston Road, Carlisle, the development of 68 Affordable homes has taken just over 2 years to complete with official building... Read more
CHASE PARK AND PADDOCK ROW, PENRITH 15th Sep 2021 CHASE PARK AND PADDOCK ROW, PENRITH What a glorious day! Work is progressing well on our Chase Park and Paddock Row development, situated off Inglewood Road, Penrith. Our team have been working on groundworks and foundations, in preparation for the next phase of the project.   ... Read more
THE TOUR OF BRITAIN 2021 10th Sep 2021 THE TOUR OF BRITAIN 2021 What a great end to the week having The Tour Of Britain pass through Penrith. Our mascot and staff of the Mulberry Gardens development were ready and waiting on Beacon Edge, to help cheer on the riders as they sprint through stage six of the race. It was great... Read more
HOPEGILL GARDENS, BRAITHWAITE 9th Sep 2021 HOPEGILL GARDENS, BRAITHWAITE Our new development, Hopegill Gardens, is now live!   Hopegill Gardens is a collection of 5 traditional three bedroom homes within a prime location, great for those looking to take advantage of the outstanding scenery the Lake District National Park has to... Read more
AMEDEO IN ACTION 1st Sep 2021 AMEDEO IN ACTION Meet the newest member of our team! We had the pleasure of “The Boss” – Amedeo and his family coming to our site at White Ox Way, Penrith. Amedeo has been keeping a close eye on our lads from his home near our new development and has regularly looked through... Read more
PENRITH CRICKET CLUB 13th Aug 2021 PENRITH CRICKET CLUB Our new sponsorship board is up at Penrith Cricket Club. We are very proud of our long association and most recently we helped with the construction of the new hi-tech scoreboard. ... Read more
MCDEVITT WAY AND GIRDWOOD CLOSE, CARLISLE 10th Aug 2021 MCDEVITT WAY AND GIRDWOOD CLOSE, CARLISLE A development of 68 affordable homes built in partnership with Riverside Housing Group. Work is progressing well with the site nearing completion. Most properties within the development are now finished internally, we are still working on external finishes and... Read more
CHASE PARK AND PADDOCK ROW, PENRITH 10th Aug 2021 CHASE PARK AND PADDOCK ROW, PENRITH Work is progressing well on our new development which will consist of 53 affordable homes being built in partnership with Riverside Housing Group. This is a 100% affordable housing scheme and will be made up of rented and shared ownership properties. Currently... Read more
Newton House Extra Care Scheme, Penrith 22nd Jul 2021 Newton House Extra Care Scheme, Penrith One of our most recent projects in partnership with Housing 21 is now complete. On Friday 16th July we handed over the new Extra Care Living scheme in Penrith which aims to provide a safe and secure living environment for those over the age of 55. This week saw... Read more
Edington Day Centre, Penrith 13th Jul 2021 Edington Day Centre, Penrith Thanks for helping with sheeting & gravel for our garden ... Read more
WE ARE RECRUITING - CONSTRUCTION SITE SUPERVISOR 29th Jun 2021 WE ARE RECRUITING - CONSTRUCTION SITE SUPERVISOR Read more
WE ARE RECRUITING - TRADES PEOPLE 29th Jun 2021 WE ARE RECRUITING - TRADES PEOPLE Read more
Beacon Cross - Holy Week - Easter 2021 30th Mar 2021 Beacon Cross - Holy Week - Easter 2021 With the permission from Lonsdale Estates, Atkinsons were once again proud to erect the cross at the Penrith Beacon in time for the commencement of Holy Week. Paul Cleminson, Chris Highton and Jack Saggers, Atkinson Building Contractors Ltd employees erected... Read more
THANK YOU 4th Mar 2021 THANK YOU We are very honoured to have been able to help these local charities and businesses recently and just wanted to say a massive thanks for doing the amazing work you do and keep up the good work!   ... Read more
APPRENTICE WEEK 17th Feb 2021 APPRENTICE WEEK We celebrated National Apprentice Week with Carlisle College by shouting out our brilliant apprentices! Thank you Carisle College and well done to ALL our apprentices past and present.   Pictured - Jack, Ben & Nathan with former apprentice Tom.  Well done... Read more
2nd Feb 2021 NEW - Electrical Safety Regulations for Private Rentals Landlords Read more
LABC EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2020 27th Aug 2020 LABC EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2020 We are delighted to have been shortlisted as finalists in the LABC Excellence Awards 2020 Category - Best New Housing Development - Lambert Croft, Bolton, Appleby Due to the current Covid-19 situation, there won't be an actual awards ceremony this year - they... Read more
LABC EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2020 27th Aug 2020 LABC EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2020 We are delighted to have been shortlisted as finalists in the LABC Excellence Awards 2020 Category -  Extension or Alteration to an Existing Dwelling - Southey Street, Keswick   Due to the current Covid-19 situation, there won't be an actual awards ceremony,... Read more
COVID 19 8th Jul 2020 COVID 19 Please see the Risk Assessments we have carried out with regard to our offices and sites. ... Read more
COVID-19 29th Apr 2020 COVID-19 Due to COVID-19, parts of our business are severly affected so we are unable to provide all our services at this time and apologise for the inconvenience. We hope to resume a full service as soon as we able to do so and safely. Stay safe, well and help stop... Read more
Special Visitors to Portinscale Site on Thursday 24.10.19 29th Oct 2019 Special Visitors to Portinscale Site on Thursday 24.10.19 Ricky Thomlinson and Ralf Little called in at our Portinscale Site whilst filiming their 'Very Northern Road Trip' due to be aired next year, possibly with a  special appearance by Neil McKaskie and Malcolm Dover..............watch this space ... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2019 - FINALISTS 29th Oct 2019 LABC AWARDS 2019 - FINALISTS Best Social or Affordable New Housing Development - Albion Close, Penrith ... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2019- FINALISTS 29th Oct 2019 LABC AWARDS 2019- FINALISTS Best Small New Housing Development - Pewter Close, Penrith ... Read more
NEW STRIP FOR WETHERIGGS U.F.C. 28th Aug 2019 NEW STRIP FOR WETHERIGGS U.F.C. Richard Thorburn, our Development Manager and former Wetheriggs team captain, presents a new strip to Wetheriggs United Football Club first team captain, Michael Yarker, ably assisted by our mascot (Connah Rutherford), prior to the opening game against Keswick. ... Read more
PENRITH A.F.C - RE-NAMING OF THE GROUND 28th Aug 2019 PENRITH A.F.C - RE-NAMING OF THE GROUND On Saturday 17th August 2019 at Penrith AFC, before the home game against Newcastle Benfield, saw the re-naming of Frenchfield Park to 'Atkinson Building Contractor's Stadium'.  It's part of a new 3 year sponsorship deal between the two, which also includes kit... Read more
Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust 13th Jun 2019 Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust We supported Posh Frocks & Jeans Evening of Celebration in aid of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust on Saturday 8th June at Redhills.  An excellent evening in aid of a great local cause celebrating its 27th year.  Neil was nominated to carve the beef for the... Read more
Eden Animal Rescue 9th May 2019 Eden Animal Rescue To Steve - Heartfelt thanks for sponsoring the Hole in 1 at our recent Charity Golf Day - Staggering amount raised £2,933 !  Many thanks Lynn & Team  ... Read more
Football Friday - 26th April 2019 8th May 2019 Football Friday - 26th April 2019 We wore our colours with pride on 26th April 2019 and raised in excess of £100 for the Bobby Moore Fund on Football Friday ... Read more
Beacon Cross 2019 17th Apr 2019 Beacon Cross 2019 We have again organised, in consultation with the Penrith Churches, to erect The Cross at The Beacon for Holy Week   ... Read more
Carlisle College 21st Mar 2019 Carlisle College Read more
Penrith Cricket Club Foundation Sponsor 19th Feb 2019 Penrith Cricket Club Foundation Sponsor We are delighted to be Penrith Cricket Club's first 'Foundation Sponsor' and we hope that other businesses follow our decision. Subject to the weather the prospects for this season are looking positive! All the best to all the club's teams for the coming summer! Click... Read more
FLATS TO LET 19th Dec 2018 FLATS TO LET Penrith Town Centre Various 1 & 2 bedroom flats available from £225 to £365 pcm. Council Tax band A. EPC ratings B-D. Telephone 01768 890244 or email [email protected] for more information or visit our Property to let page   ... Read more
Albion Close Handover 14th Dec 2018 Albion Close Handover Albion Close - A new scheme in partnership with Riverside Home Ownership This week, we have handed over to Riverside Home Ownership their new development of 20 houses for shared ownership sale. We started 12 months ago on site to create their new development... Read more
GREAT NORTH RUN - 9th September 2018 12th Sep 2018 GREAT NORTH RUN - 9th September 2018 Richard Thorburn also took part in the Great North Run and he's raised £400 so far, for the Lake Dsitrict Calvert Trust. ... Read more
GREAT NORTH RUN - 9th September 2018 12th Sep 2018 GREAT NORTH RUN - 9th September 2018 Paul Pattinson also took part in the Great North Run and he organised a quiz and curry night at the Cross Keys at Carleton on Friday 7th September and he's raised £682 so far, for Eden Valley Hospice.   ... Read more
ATKINSON BUILDING CONTRACTORS CHARITY EVENT - GREAT NORTH RUN - 9th September 2018 12th Sep 2018 ATKINSON BUILDING CONTRACTORS CHARITY EVENT - GREAT NORTH RUN - 9th September 2018 A huge thank you for fundraising an incredible total of £1,970, this is really a fantastic achievement.  You were part of a team that raised an absolute incredible £49,900. It was a 'family affair' when Brian, Steve and Sonia Atkinson took part in the Great North... Read more
Albion Close Development - Training Exercise - 21.06.18 28th Jun 2018 Albion Close Development - Training Exercise - 21.06.18 Site staff on our Albion Close Development, in conjunction with Cumbria Fire and Rescue carried out an impromptu rescue from height training exercise.  The exercise involved the evacuation of a member of staff from scaffolding following a concocted serious injury.   Cumbria... Read more
Former Care Home, Beacon Edge 28th Jun 2018 Former Care Home, Beacon Edge On Sunday 17.06.18 - Carlisle & Eden, Cumbria County Council Fire and Rescue Service carried out a training exercise in the former care home on Beacon Edge, which we are due to re-develop, resulted in the following comments from Station Manager, Stuart Hook. "Just... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALISTS 20th Jun 2018 LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALISTS Our staff who attended the LABC Awards on 15th June at The Hilton, Newcastle Gateshead ... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST COMMERCIAL PROJECT 20th Jun 2018 LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST COMMERCIAL PROJECT Plot 8, Eden Business Park, Penrith ... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST SOCIAL OR AFFORDABLE NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT 20th Jun 2018 LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST SOCIAL OR AFFORDABLE NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT Calvert Way, Keswick ... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST SMALL NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT 20th Jun 2018 LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST SMALL NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT Kitchen Gardens, Penrith ... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST HIGH VOLUME NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT 20th Jun 2018 LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST HIGH VOLUME NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT Calvert Way, Keswick ... Read more
LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST EXTENSION OR ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING HOME 20th Jun 2018 LABC AWARDS 2018 - FINALIST - BEST EXTENSION OR ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING HOME Old School House, Shap ... Read more
Beaconside Primary School benefit from Considerate Constructors Scheme 12th Jun 2018 Beaconside Primary School benefit from Considerate Constructors Scheme As part of the Considerate Constructors Scheme we donated topsoil from our Albion Close site to Beaconside Primary School to help them complete a gardening project.     ... Read more
Penrith Rugby Club Supporters - 3 Peaks Challenge - 19/20.05.18 - (including our own Kayleigh Bush & Guy Simpson) 22nd May 2018 Penrith Rugby Club Supporters - 3 Peaks Challenge - 19/20.05.18 - (including our own Kayleigh Bush & Guy Simpson) Parents & supporters of junior Penrith rugby players hit the heights to raise money for the youth section.  On the 19th & 20th May 2018 around a dozen adults laced up their walking boots and tackled the national Three Peaks Challenge in less than 24 hours.  As... Read more
2018 Anniversay Waltz Fell Race 8th May 2018 2018 Anniversay Waltz Fell Race Once again to commemorate Wynn & Steve Cliff's wedding at Newlands Valley Church on 20.04.1996, we provided the use of our show trailer for the annual event. ... Read more
Design & Build Service 8th May 2018 Design & Build Service We have once again expanded, with the opening of a 3rd office, plus we now offer a bespoke Design and Build service. Located in King Street, Penrith, the sales office for Atkinson Homes, Builders and Electrical is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm or by appointment.  The... Read more
Northern LABC Excellence Awards 2018 10th Apr 2018 Northern LABC Excellence Awards 2018 The awards celebrate achievements in the construction industry, rewarding excellent buildings and outstanding companies, partnerships and individuals that go that extra mile. We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted as finalists for the Northern... Read more
On behalf of Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland 21st Dec 2017 On behalf of Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland I would like to thank Tracy for her help at the Light up a Life Service on 17th December 2017 at St Andrew's Church.  Her poem reading was perfect.  As you know the Light up a Life Appeal raises vital funds and to date has raised over £3,600. May I take this... Read more
LONG SERVICE AWARDS – STEVE PICKERING & MALA WILSON 12th Dec 2017 LONG SERVICE AWARDS – STEVE PICKERING & MALA WILSON Many congratulations to  Steve & Mala on 30 years service – Steve & Barry presented them with watches to celebrate this achievement and thanked them for all their hard work over the years. ... Read more
Prestigious Parliamentary Award Nomination – Rory Stewart nominates Atkinson Building Contractors as his Responsible Business Champion for 2017 30th Nov 2017 Prestigious Parliamentary Award Nomination – Rory Stewart nominates Atkinson Building Contractors as his Responsible Business Champion for 2017 After our nomination by Rory Stewart MP, as his Responsible Business Champion for 2017, following his recognition of the company’s community values and its sustainable vision for the future, Steve travelled to London on 22th November to attend the award ceremony... Read more
LABC- (Local Authority Building Control Awards) - Building Excellence Awards 2017 - GRAND FINAL - London 14th Nov 2017 LABC- (Local Authority Building Control Awards) - Building Excellence Awards 2017 - GRAND FINAL - London Following our success as Northern Regional Winners for Best Educational Building with our work at The Outward Bound Trust, Operations Director Neil McKaskie, Director Steve Atkinson and Contract Manager Ian Martin were proud to attend the Grand Final at Westminster... Read more
Top Safety Accreditation 10th Jul 2017 Top Safety Accreditation We are proud to be awarded accreditation from Safecontractor for our commitment to achieving excellence in health and safety.  The company’s application for SafeContractor accreditation was driven by the need for a uniform standard across the business. SafeContractor... Read more
Atkinson's Prestigious Parliamentary Nomination 10th May 2017 Atkinson's Prestigious Parliamentary Nomination Rory Stewart MP has nominated Atkinson Building Contractors as his Responsible Business Champion for 2017. Praising the company’s community values and its sustainable vision for the future. This year’s nomination criteria focused upon; supporting the local community,... Read more
Atkinson’s bag another Building Excellence Award 2nd May 2017 Atkinson’s bag another Building Excellence Award We are proud once again to receive a Local Authority Building Control Award for Best Educational Project following the completion of the £3 Million design and build upgrade of the Outward Bound Ullswater Centre.  The awards celebrate achievements in the construction... Read more
Outward Bound Ulswater Centre Upgrade 23rd Feb 2017 Outward Bound Ulswater Centre Upgrade The £3M Outward Bound Ullswater Centre upgrade is complete with a royal seal of approval. The major design-build upgrade to the Grade II listed buildings costing almost £3M included, the building of 10 yurts, extension and refurbishment to existing buildings,... Read more
Keswick Office - Now Open 9th Feb 2017 Keswick Office - Now Open Due to demand as a result of referrals and recommendations in and around the Keswick area, we have opened an Office in Keswick in Packhorse Court. Currently opening hours are Monday to Friday 10.00am – 4.00pm or by appointment if required outside of these hour... Read more
Quality Topsoil for Sale 7th Nov 2016 Quality Topsoil for Sale Read more
 
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