Housebuilder Harron Homes has recently promoted experienced employee James Lacey to Trainee Assistant Site Manager Shipley Lakeside in Heanor, Nottinghamshire. James Lacey, 36, from Ecclesfield, sought out a new challenge to oversee site operations and brings over 15 years of industry experience to the team at Shipley Lakeside. He said, “I initially worked on my family’s farm progressing into the housing industry from there. I’ve held a variety of roles since then, ranging from site supervisor on other developments to my most recent role as a driver. Throughout my career, though, I’ve sustained a keen interest in how the building...Read more
Yorkshire housebuilder Harron Homes has begun work on building 58 homes at its newest Doncaster development, Cressacre Green. The homes will be a mixture of three and four bedrooms across almost six acres of land, perfect for those looking for quality living without compromising on space or style. Work has started on enabling works with the first home expected to be complete by spring 2024. Set in the spectacular rolling Yorkshire countryside, Cressacre Green is nestled on the outskirts of the charming village of Harlington. As part of the planning agreement, Harron is contributing almost £800,000 to the local area,...Read more
After trading in their rented apartment in the United Arab Emirates, a couple have returned home for a slice of British rural life in a brand new property at Harron Homes’ Chesterfield development, Thorpe Meadows. James and Gladys Thomas spent 12 years in the Middle East renting various locations in multiple cities, including in Abu Dhabi, where they worked as Head of Brand Operations and Marketing Executive respectively. “We loved the Middle East, but after 12 years abroad, we wanted to move back to the UK,” said James. “My mother and siblings live in Chesterfield, and I’m from the...Read more
Harron Homes recently opened the doors to two showhomes at Riverdale Park, its newest development in Doncaster. Charlotte Darby, Client Account Manager at Show Business Interiors who worked with Harron on the designs, reveals the key to achieving that luxury feel in the Shelford and Morton, both stunning four-bedroom detached homes. “The two homes have very different aesthetics, but both focus on creating harmonious and balanced spaces for that elevated look, guided by the aim of achieving two contrasting homes with distinct atmospheres. We’re firm believers that family homes can both be practical and aesthetically pleasing so we emphasise comfort,...Read more
For the third consecutive year, we have sponsored the Old Goats Grumble festival in Denby, Derbyshire, right by our charming development, Shipley Lakeside. With the help of our £3,000 contribution, the festival raised £40,000 for cancer charity Lauren’s Legacy, improving on last year’s whopping £36,000 at yet another sold-out event. By raising funds via donations and events such as the Old Goats Grumble festival, Lauren’s Legacy continues Lauren’s mission in fulfilling the wishes of those teenagers and young adults going through cancer treatment. These wishes encompass a range of experiences, from a memorable family holiday to coveted concert tickets or...Read more
Jacqui Hamilton, 25, and Tony Cockerill, 30, have bought their dream home with Harron Homes. Upsizing to a beautiful four-bedroom Birkwith at Shipley Lakeside near Heanor, Derbyshire, they discovered the perfect space to entertain and plan for the future. Technical Pre-Sales Engineer Tony previously owned a two bedroom home, near Ilkeston, which proved too small for their needs after Jacqui moved in with him over a year ago. Jacqui, a Financial Capability and Student Success officer, said, “We found our old home lacked the space we needed with no dining room and a very small kitchen. We really couldn’t fit...Read more
Harron Homes welcomed a bustling mobile farm to its Fixby development, Victoria Heights last weekend, 19th August. The mobile farm brought along a number of friendly animals who were eager to meet customers visiting Victoria Heights. In the mix were guinea pigs, rabbits, a tortoise, pygmy goats, sheep, a donkey, and alpacas. Ian’s Farm is a small family run farm, home to hundreds of well cared for animals. Passionate about educating and introducing children to animals, the team regularly take the animals to events so everyone can enjoy some farmyard fun. There was a lively atmosphere on site which...Read more
Harron Homes are combatting a number of myths about Part Exchange schemes with a series of ‘House to Sell’ events with Part Exchange expert Niki Clarke. Harron’s Shipley Lakeside and The Brambles developments are holding a House to Sell event on 19th August to help buyers understand the process. Most people are familiar with the concept of Part Exchange, selling an existing property to a developer in exchange for a new home, but can be hesitant to take it up due to myths that surround such schemes. Niki addresses some of the most common misconceptions: 1) Developers do not offer...Read more
Harron Homes recently welcomed local MP Alexander Stafford to its Throapham development, Laughton Gate where the community gathered to celebrate the summer and unveil a community noticeboard supplied by Harron. The newly installed community noticeboard will enable residents to stay up to date with what is going at the development and in the local area. The residents enjoyed getting together for a BBQ and fundraising for their proposed Bonfire Night celebrations with a raffle, to which Harron contributed a prize. This is not the first time the MP has attended a Laughton Gate event with his family; he also attended...Read more
Harron Homes has made a donation for an upcycling project to Howden Junior School in Howden, near the development York Vale Gardens. The donation provided materials that have been re-purposed and decorated by the schools gardening club. The materials were used to form a structure within the forest school area they are developing that will also include gentle sounds, smells and feelings. The school is a small inclusive village junior school and the garden will serve to enrich the pupils and increase awareness of wildlife in the local environment and aid their own development outside the classroom. The garden will...Read more