Persimmon Homes News & Stories
Browse news and stories about Persimmon Homes – one of the United Kingdom’s largest and most well-known residential property developers. Persimmon Homes designs, builds and sells new homes across England, Scotland and Wales.
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Persimmon Homes supports Wantage youth centre with £1,000 donation
Sweatbox Youth Centre in Wantage has received a £1,000 boost from Persimmon Homes to support its work with young people.
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Persimmon Homes retains five-star customer rating for fifth consecutive year
Persimmon Homes has retained its five-star customer satisfaction rating for a fifth year, with updated surveys recognising build quality and aftercare across developments including sites in Oxfordshire.
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Persimmon Charitable Foundation opens applications for £50k grants supporting young people
Charities supporting young people into education, training and work can apply for one of three £50,000 grants from the Persimmon Charitable Foundation, part of a £300,000 funding programme focused on improving employability outcomes.
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Plumbers head to Africa after £1,000 donation from Valley Park developer
Apprentice plumbers are heading to Tanzania after a £1,000 donation from Persimmon Homes Wessex, supporting vital sanitation work and skills development through a Projects Abroad programme linked to the Valley Park development in Didcot.
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Housebuilder hands over affordable homes at Valley Park in Didcot to local housing provider
The latest handover of affordable homes at Valley Park in Didcot marks a key milestone for the major development, delivering much-needed housing for local people as part of a new sustainable community.
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172 new homes approved for next phase of development at Valley Park Didcot
Reserved matters approval has been granted for 172 new homes at Valley Park in Didcot. The next phase of the major development will include affordable housing, new infrastructure and strong community links, with construction expected to begin within weeks.
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Charles Church to open new showhome at Didcot’s Valley Park development
Five-star housebuilder Charles Church will unveil a new showhome at Valley Park, Didcot, on Saturday 11 October. Visitors can explore beautifully designed homes, speak with financial advisors, and learn more about the 57 new properties available.
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Persimmon Homes donates 10,000 bricks to support ACE Training construction apprentices
Persimmon Homes Wessex has donated 10,000 bricks to ACE Training Centre in Kidlington, helping apprentices gain hands-on experience. The donation, marked by MP Calum Miller and Cllr Sean Gaul, supports the next generation of Oxfordshire’s construction professionals.
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Persimmon Homes Wessex donates £1,000 to Oxford Hospitals Charity
Persimmon Homes Wessex has donated £1,000 to the Oxford Hospitals Charity as part of its Community Champions programme, which distributes £700,000 annually to good causes across Britain. The charity supports patients and staff by funding equipment, research, training, and facilities at Oxford’s hospitals.
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Persimmon Homes submits plans for 172 new homes at Valley Park in Didcot
Persimmon Homes Wessex has submitted plans for 172 new homes as part of the fourth phase of the Valley Park development in Didcot. The proposal includes 61 affordable homes for a local housing association, a playground, and access to green infrastructure.
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Persimmon Homes to host events for first-time buyers in Oxfordshire and Wiltshire
Persimmon Homes Wessex is hosting four events on 26 July across Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to support first-time buyers. Attendees can tour showhomes in Wantage, Didcot, Warminster, and Trowbridge, with financial advisors available for guidance.
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Persimmon Homes Wessex offers affordable flats at Didcot Valley Park
Persimmon Homes Wessex has launched new two-bed flats for sale at the Valley Park housing development in west Didcot, starting from £239,995. Buyers can benefit from the Gen H scheme, offering a 15% interest-free equity loan with just a 5% deposit.
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Persimmon champions sustainability with donation to local Didcot group
Persimmon Homes Wessex has donated £1,000 to Sustainable Didcot, a local environmental group, through its Community Champions programme. The donation supports the group’s initiatives such as repair cafes, clothing exchanges, and community workshops.
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Persimmon Homes supports Vale & Downland Museum redevelopment with donation
Persimmon Homes Wessex has donated £1,000 to the Vale & Downland Museum in Wantage to support its redevelopment plans, including a new barn gallery and community art projects. The museum, which celebrates the area’s human and natural history, plans to engage new residents and foster community spirit.
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Housebuilding giant Persimmon names new Operations Director for South West
Persimmon, one of the UK’s largest housebuilders, has appointed Darren Dancey as Operations Director for its South West division. Dancey will work closely with regional leadership to enhance performance and expand the company’s presence.
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Persimmon Homes appoints new Managing Director for its Wessex business
Persimmon Homes has appointed Seb Spiller as Managing Director of its Wessex region, covering Wiltshire, Swindon, parts of Oxfordshire and Somerset. Seb, who has spent a decade at the company, previously served as Technical Director and Deputy MD, and began his career as a civil engineer at WYG (now Tetratech).