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Place Guild: Shaping How We Live, Work and Enjoy Life
Place Guild connects people and businesses that shape the places where life happens, from city to countryside, work to home, and high street to leisure. We share news and stories, and our directory helps you connect with the businesses & brands leading change and enhancing the way we live and work.
A developer has been appointed to create a new 100% affordable neighbourhood at Birley Fields in Hulme, following extensive engagement with local residents and stakeholders…
Windmill Retreat, a family-owned establishment in rural Somerset, is preparing for its peak season with a significant investment exceeding £1 million in luxury accommodation.
Nottingham has officially unveiled Slick City, Europe’s first indoor action park, located on Redfield Road in Lenton.

Beard Construction Reports Record Growth and Makes Charitable Contributions
Beard, a family-owned construction company, has announced a record year of growth, benefiting customers, charities, and employees alike.

Polished Concrete Floors: Durable, Designer and Surprisingly Affordable
Polished concrete floors are fast becoming a favourite in both contemporary UK homes and commercial spaces, prized for their durability, low-maintenance appeal, and sleek, modern look.

Homeowners Cashing In on Garden Sales as Property Wealth Surges
Homeowners across Britain are discovering a lucrative, tax-free method to unlock wealth from their properties without the need to sell. By selling portions of their gardens for development, many are generating sums of up to £250,000.

Russell Roof Tiles Invests Over £500,000 in uPVC Manufacturing to Enhance Roofing Systems
Russell Roof Tiles, a prominent UK manufacturer of roof tiles, has committed more than £500,000 to its uPVC accessories manufacturing facility over the last five years.

Maslow Capital Secures £50m Financing for Manchester’s One Lord Street Residential Development
Maslow Capital, a specialist in real estate finance, has successfully arranged a £50 million two-stage financing facility for Linear Living.

Robertson Construction Introduces Groundbreaking Inflatable Roofing System at Royal Bolton Hospital
Robertson Construction North West has unveiled a pioneering inflatable roofing tent system during the £38 million redevelopment of Royal Bolton Hospital for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust.

Abu Bakr Supermarket Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plans with Six New Stores and £18 Million Investment
Abu Bakr Supermarket has revealed its intention to establish six new stores throughout the UK in 2026 and 2027, a significant advancement in the retailer’s national growth strategy. This expansion will involve an investment of approximately £18 million in new…

Swinney Unveils £10,000 Deposit Scheme for First-Time Buyers in Scotland
In a significant move aimed at assisting first-time buyers in Scotland, First Minister John Swinney has announced a pledge of up to £10,000 to support deposits for those entering the housing market. This initiative is part of a broader £100…

Major City of London Scheme Tops Out Following Challenging Substructure Works
A significant milestone has been achieved in the development of 2 Finsbury Avenue, a prominent addition to the City of London skyline, as the structure has topped out at level 37 on British Land’s Broadgate campus.

Whole Foods Market Expands in London with Six New Stores by June 2026
Whole Foods Market has revealed plans to launch six new stores in London by June 2026, significantly enhancing its presence in the UK.



