Shrewsbury opens riverside park six weeks ahead of schedule
Riverside Gardens, the first phase of Shropshire Council’s Smithfield Riverside programme, has opened to the public six weeks ahead of schedule.
Spaceport Cornwall and Dawn Aerospace explore suborbital flight service
Spaceport Cornwall and Dawn Aerospace have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to examine establishing the DASH UK service at Cornwall Airport Newquay, potentially bringing reusable suborbital flights, microgravity research and high-speed aerospace testing into routine UK operations.
Cranleigh Leisure Centre moves closer to construction after major milestone
Willmott Dixon has signed a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) with Waverley Borough Council for the new Cranleigh Leisure Centre, starting detailed work on the project ahead of construction planned for early 2027.
Elephant & Castle food hall set to open with launch-week special offers
The Elephant Exchange Food Hall will open in Elephant & Castle on Thursday 12 November, with Kids Eat Free and bottomless tea and coffee available during its first week.
Beyond the Brochure: How Investors Can Assess Development Risk
If you’ve looked at UK new-build investment opportunities over the past couple of years, you’ve probably seen the term Gateway 2 attached to a scheme’s timeline.
Owl Group completes Leicestershire land purchase
The Owl Group has completed the unconditional purchase of a 16.
Ideal Home Show to bring its first Midlands event to Birmingham in June 2027
Visitors will be able to browse home and garden products, watch live demonstrations and take part in workshops when the Ideal Home Show stages its first Midlands event at NEC Birmingham from 10th-13th June 2027.
Beard’s T Level placements give three students hands-on construction experience
Three students on the Design, Surveying and Planning in Construction T Level are gaining experience on live projects through a placement partnership between Beard and Abingdon & Witney College, learning about construction careers beyond the work carried out on site.
Southern Housing marks 125 years with open day at four developments
Southern Housing New Homes will host an anniversary open day at four developments in London and Sussex on Saturday 17th October 2026, offering prospective buyers the chance to view homes and mark the organisation’s 125th year.
Naturewall launches premium WoodWall panelling in five profiles
From smooth, grain-led panels to closely ribbed finishes, Naturewall’s new WoodWall collection offers homeowners five ways to bring real wood texture into their interiors.
Counter Manchester to open in November with chef Andrew Sheridan at the helm
Open Restaurant Group will open Counter Manchester at noon on Monday 9th November, bringing its first restaurant to Manchester city centre.
SLR Consulting adds three planners to Southampton team
SLR Consulting has appointed three planners to its Southampton office, taking the team to seven as it builds capacity for residential planning work across the South Coast and wider South East.
Armathwaite Hall’s cocktail bar shortlisted for 2027 Condé Nast Johansens award
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa has been shortlisted in the ‘Best Bar’ category at the 2027 Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence, putting its Bassenthwaite Lake cocktail bar in contention for a distinction among luxury hotels and travel properties.
Russell Roof Tiles’ Bute3® Plays Key Role in DIY SOS Home Renovation
Russell Roof Tiles supplied its innovative Bute3® concrete roof tiles to assist in a significant home transformation featured on the BBC’s DIY SOS.
Fjord Norway Dominates MICHELIN Key Hotel Awards in Nordic Region for 2026
Norway leads the Nordic region with the highest number of MICHELIN Key hotels for 2026, with Fjord Norway hosting the majority of these distinguished properties.
Environment Bank Launches 120-Acre Habitat Bank in Derbyshire to Enhance Biodiversity
Environment Bank, the UK’s leading specialist in biodiversity gains, has unveiled the Melbourne and Weston-on-Trent Habitat Bank in Derbyshire.
Sheffield’s New Uriah Rennie Leisure Centre to Begin Construction in November 2026
Sheffield City Council has appointed Willmott Dixon to construct the £40 million Uriah Rennie Leisure Centre, set to replace the existing Springs Leisure Centre.
Willmott Dixon to Lead £16.5m Huddersfield Open Market Revamp
Willmott Dixon has secured the contract from Kirklees Council to oversee a major refurbishment of Huddersfield Open Market, a Grade II* Listed building. The extensive £16.
Stories Flooring Launches Lusso Coastal and Harbour Vinyl Tile Collections Inspired by British Shores
Stories Flooring, an independent retailer, has introduced two new luxury vinyl tile collections for the autumn-winter 2026 season, drawing inspiration from the British coastline.
Dorset Cottage Holidays Supports VisitEngland’s Campaign to Boost Coastal Tourism
Dorset Cottage Holidays, a family-run holiday letting company based in Corfe Castle, has expressed support for VisitEngland’s latest national initiative aimed at encouraging more people to book coastal holidays this autumn and into 2027.
North Wales Entrepreneur Expands Business Footprint Fourfold with Combined Renewable Energy and Leisure Venture
In a significant development in St Asaph, Gareth Jones has consolidated two acclaimed North Wales businesses, Carbon Zero Renewables and UK Leisure Living, into a single 24,000 sq ft facility at Caer Delyn Buildings on Glascoed Road.
The Fairfax Relaunched as Premium Grade A Office Space in Bristol City Centre
Hartnell Taylor Cook, in partnership with JLL, has relaunched The Fairfax, introducing additional premium, fully fitted Grade A office spaces in central Bristol.
Bristol’s Housing Crisis Threatens Economic Growth, Warns Placemaking Expert
Bristol’s escalating housing costs are increasingly jeopardising the city’s ability to attract and retain skilled workers, posing a significant threat to its economic development, according to regional placemaking leaders.
Porcelain Superstore Launches Fez Ruby and Fez Earth Tiles Inspired by Moroccan Zellige
Porcelain Superstore has introduced two new tile designs, Fez Ruby and Fez Earth, for the Autumn/Winter 2026 season, drawing inspiration from traditional Moroccan zellige craftsmanship.
The Hill Group’s SoloHaus Modular Homes to Feature on Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces with George Clarke
The innovative SoloHaus modular homes developed by award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group will be showcased in the 2026 series of Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces with George Clarke.
Black Country Construction Sector Encouraged to Capitalise on £19bn Regeneration Pipeline
Construction companies in the Black Country are being urged to capitalise on a £19 billion regeneration pipeline within the region.
Major milestone as base build complete for key Atom Valley site
A major milestone has been reached for Atom Valley with completion of the base build of the Sustainable Materials & Manufacturing Centre (SMMC) at Kingsway Business Park in Rochdale, which is set to become a nationally significant gateway driving the…
Staffordshire Tourism & Hospitality Summit Set to Return in January 2027
The Staffordshire Tourism & Hospitality Summit is scheduled to take place once again on Thursday 28 January 2027 at the bet365 Stadium, the home ground of Stoke City Football Club.
2026 IWFM Impact Awards Celebrate Excellence Across Workplace and Facilities Management
Nearly 1,000 professionals from the workplace and facilities management sector convened in London on Thursday for the 2026 IWFM Impact Awards, an event recognising outstanding contributions within the industry.
American Express and IDA Relaunch Backing International Small Restaurants Programme with £210,000 Grants for London and Manchester
Independent restaurants in London and Manchester are now invited to apply for a share of £210,000 in grant funding as the Backing International Small Restaurants programme returns to the UK.
SevenStay Aparthotels promotes city-centre stays ahead of Liverpool’s Christmas party season
As the festive period draws near, SevenStay Aparthotels, a prominent Liverpool-based accommodation provider, has launched a witty new campaign designed to help partygoers sidestep the usual transport difficulties that often follow a night out in the city.
Ted’s Crazy Golf Set to Launch London Venue Following Oxford Success
Magician and experience designer Larissa Sophie Houghton is expanding her immersive entertainment brand, Ted’s Crazy Golf, from Oxford to London with the launch of a second venue in Shoreditch scheduled for 22nd October 2026.
World Renowned Artist to Create New Waterfront Sculpture Celebrating Hull’s Heritage
Hull will soon be home to a striking new permanent sculpture designed by internationally recognised artist Annabel McCourt.
£20 Million Investment Set to Transform Rhyl Over Next Decade
Rhyl, a cherished seaside town popular with visitors from across the North West, is moving forward with a £20 million plan aimed at revitalising the resort over the next ten years.
Transicon Activates Advanced Climate Monitoring System in Amazon Rainforest Using Pokémon-Themed Arrays
UK-based engineering firm Transicon has successfully launched a cutting-edge control system in the Amazon rainforest, designed to monitor climate change through a network of experimental arrays.
Bradley Hall Property Consultancy Expands Manchester Presence
Bradley Hall, a national property consultancy, has relocated its Manchester office to more spacious premises on King Street in the city centre.
£17.9m Bury Interchange works to improve tram access and link town-centre sites
Willmott Dixon will begin a £17.9m first phase of work at Bury Interchange in November, building a 57-meter steel footbridge and upgrading Metrolink platforms to improve access for passengers and prepare for the interchange’s wider redevelopment.
Frasers Property UK records highest-ever GRESB score while retaining five-star rating
Frasers Property UK has recorded its highest-ever score in the GRESB Real Estate Assessment, earning a five-star rating for the third consecutive year and placing first in its UK peer group of non-listed industrial and office property companies.