Bank of England reduces interest rates to 4.75%
November 8, 2024We are very encouraged by the news that the Bank of England has reduced interest rates for the second time this year, taking the base rate from 5% to 4.75%.
Find out moreInspire+ gala dinner raises thousands to help children lead happy, healthy and active lives across our region
November 7, 2024Inspire+, a Grantham-based charity dedicated to keeping children across our region healthy, happy, and active, hosted its second Gala Dinner at Harlaxton Manor, raising thousands for its work.
Find out moreAct Now To Beat The Stamp Duty Increases With Allison Homes!
November 5, 2024Are you dreaming of a new home for 2025? With changes to the UK’s Stamp Duty set for March 2025, now is the perfect time to make your move.
Find out moreAllison Homes helps homebuyers move in for Christmas with savings worth thousands of pounds
November 4, 2024Across our East and South West regions, we are helping property seekers to unwrap a new home this Christmas, by offering exclusive savings packages worth thousands of pounds*.
Find out moreCambridgeshire family upgrades to brand-new Allison home with Part Exchange
November 1, 2024A Cambridgeshire family of four have purchased their dream home at our popular Abbey Park development in Thorney, Peterborough, thanks to Part Exchange.
Find out moreAllison Homes sponsors inspire+ Sports Leadership Pathway
October 31, 2024We have proudly sponsored the inspire+ Sports Leadership Pathway, allowing the charity to purchase brand-new kits for all the children and young people involved.
Find out moreAllison Homes East Midlands secures land for 65 new homes in Rearsby
October 29, 2024Our East Midlands team has acquired land for 65 new homes in the Leicestershire village of Rearsby.
Find out moreAllison Homes East shares top reasons to move to Wittering, Peterborough
October 28, 2024Our East team is sharing the top five reasons why our sought-after Harriers Rest development in Wittering is the ideal place to call home.
Find out moreAllison Homes East granted planning permission to bring 175 new homes to Whittlesey
October 23, 2024We are thrilled to have received resolution to grant outline planning permission to build up to 175 new homes in Whittlesey, near Peterborough.
Find out moreAllison Homes East granted planning permission to build 340 homes in Sawtry
October 22, 2024We are delighted to have been given the green light to build 340 homes in Sawtry, Peterborough, after receiving approval from Huntingdonshire District Council on our reserved matters application.
Find out moreAllison Homes East secures land for 114 new homes in Market Deeping
October 18, 2024Our East team has proudly acquired land in the Lincolnshire town of Market Deeping, where a total of 114 new homes will be built.
Find out moreAllison Homes East promotes staff wellbeing for World Mental Health Day
October 17, 2024In honour of World Mental Health Day (Thursday 10th October), our East region has teamed up with specialist charity The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity, to provide our site team in Wittering with top tips on how to promote good mental health
Find out moreAllison Homes East apprentice wins Peterborough Telegraph Apprenticeship Award
October 10, 2024Jacob Kelk, an apprentice for our East region who recently graduated, has been awarded Construction Apprentice of The Year at the prestigious Peterborough Telegraph Apprenticeship Awards.
Find out moreAllison Partnerships senior site manager wins regional awards for high quality housebuilding
October 7, 2024Michael Ramsay, our Senior Site Manager delivering 121 new homes in Bourne, has been recognised as one of the region’s best, after winning two prestigious awards at the NHBC (National House Building Council) Pride in the Job Awards.
Find out moreAllison Homes East sponsors Stamford AFC Women for the third season
October 1, 2024We are excited to announce our sponsorship of Stamford AFC Women for the third consecutive season.
Find out moreAllison Homes East granted planning permission to bring 265 new homes to Peterborough village
September 18, 2024In our East region, we have been given the green light to build 265 new homes in the village of Eye, after receiving unanimous support from Peterborough City Council Planning Committee on our reserved matters application.
Find out moreAllison Homes East Midlands acquires land for 50 new homes in Stanton-under-Bardon
September 9, 2024Our East Midlands region is set to bring 50 new homes to the Leicestershire village of Stanton-under-Bardon.
Find out moreAllison Homes adds three news appointments to growing East Midlands region
September 5, 2024We are delighted to welcome three new members of our East Midlands team to help drive forward our ambitious growth plans across the region.
Find out moreAllison Homes East shares top places to take your four-legged friends
August 23, 2024To celebrate International Dog Day (Monday 26th August), we are sharing some of the best places that you and your pooch can spend the day together near our developments across the East region.
Find out moreAllison Homes joins the Deposit Unlock scheme – is it the new Help to Buy?
August 23, 2024We are excited to announce that we have signed up for the new Deposit Unlock scheme, which aims to help property seekers secure their perfect home by reducing the burden of the initial deposit.
Find out moreTop five must-do activities on the first day in your new home
August 19, 2024At Allison Homes, we get it—moving can be a whirlwind of stress and excitement. But once you’ve crossed the finish line and stepped through the front door of your brand-new home, it’s time to savour that moment. With all the hard work behind you, you
Find out moreAllison Homes expands marketing team with trio of new appointments
August 19, 2024We have proudly hired three new team members, to grow our Group and East region’s marketing team and further develop the Allison Homes brand.
Find out moreAllison Homes to bring 60 new homes to Anstey as part of East Midlands expansion
August 16, 2024Our East Midlands region has acquired a site in the village of Anstey, Leicestershire, that is set to make way for 60 new homes.
Find out moreAllison Homes East shares top reasons to live in Needham Market
July 31, 2024We at Allison Homes East are sharing our top five reasons why property seekers should make the move to our brand-new Venus Fields development in Needham Market.
Find out moreAllison Homes removes the hurdles to home ownership with Part Exchange
July 30, 2024The Olympic season has officially started, and while the games are all about overcoming great obstacles and challenges, we don’t think buying a home should be, which is why we’re removing the hurdles to home ownership with our Part Exchange scheme.
Find out moreAllison Homes apprentices inspire Stamford pupils at school activity day
July 25, 2024Helping to inspire the next generation of housebuilders, two Allison Homes apprentices took part in St Gilbert’s Primary School’s activity day, giving a hands-on demonstration of how new homes are built.
Find out moreMortgage Rates Available Below 4% with New Nationwide Deal: What This Means for Homebuyers
July 24, 2024In a significant shift for the mortgage market, Nationwide Building Society has just unveiled a new five-year fixed rate mortgage deal at 3.99%. Marking the first time rates have dipped below 4% since mid-February.
Find out moreAllison Homes secures land for over 50 homes in Shepshed to establish new East Midlands region
July 18, 2024We are incredibly proud that our brand-new East Midlands region has secured its first parcel of land – a site in the Leicestershire town of Shepshed, where over 50 homes will be built. Allison Homes East Midlands is a newly established region, based
Find out moreAllison Homes acquires land to bring 480 new homes to Grantham village
July 15, 2024In our East region, we have proudly acquired land in the village of Manthorpe in Grantham, that is set to make way for 480 new homes, along with land for a new primary school, a Neighbourhood Centre and extensive areas of new public open space.
Find out moreMayor of Needham Market tours Allison Homes East’s brand new development
July 12, 2024The Mayor of Needham Market, Councillor Terry Lawrence, has visited our East region’s brand-new development in the town, Venus Fields.
Find out moreTop five hidden gems to discover in Norwich from Allison Homes
July 9, 2024To help people settle on Norwich as the perfect place to call home, we are sharing some of the best hidden gems that residents can enjoy.
Find out moreAllison Homes offers first-time buyers the ultimate gift with launch of deposit match scheme
July 8, 2024Allison Homes is giving first-time buyers across the South West, East of England and East Midlands the ultimate gift, by launching a brand-new scheme which will see us double homebuyers’ deposits*.
Find out moreAllison Partnerships senior site manager wins prestigious award for quality housebuilding in Bourne
July 4, 2024Our Senior Site Manager Michael Ramsay, who is delivering 121 new homes in Bourne for our Partnerships branch, has won a NHBC (National House Building Council) Pride in the Job Quality Award for the second time.
Find out moreAllison Homes donates £1,500 to LGBTQ+ charities to celebrate Pride Month
June 28, 2024This Pride Month (June), we have proudly donated a total of £1,500 to three LGBTQ+ charities, one for each of our regions, and put Pride flags up at all our developments. Lincoln Pride in our East region, Sunrise Diversity in the South West and Leic
Find out moreLenders begin cutting fixed rate mortgages costs
June 28, 2024June 2024 has seen several lenders make reductions to its fixed rate mortgages, meaning that those looking to purchase a new home in the coming months may benefit from a lower cost of borrowing.
Find out moreAllison Homes South West announces five new team members
June 28, 2024We are delighted to have welcomed five new members to our South West team.
Find out moreAllison Homes East gets into the team spirit by volunteering at Mini Olympics in Grantham
June 19, 2024Over in our East region, 10 members of staff volunteered their time last week to support the running of the inspire+ Mini Olympics, which was held in Grantham near our The Orchards development.
Find out moreAllison Homes offers sizzling savings of up to £25,000 this summer
June 18, 2024To kick start the summer season, we are offering property seekers sizzling savings worth up to £25,000*, to help them move into a brand-new home this summer. Those who reserve selected Allison homes by Friday 20th September can receive an exclusive..
Find out moreAllison Homes given the green light to build 175 new homes in Barrowby
June 17, 2024We have received resolution to grant full planning permission, following unanimous support from South Kesteven District Council planning committee, to build 175 new homes in the Lincolnshire village of Barrowby, just two miles west of Grantham.
Find out moreApprenticeship success: Poppy and Leland’s remarkable achievement
June 14, 2024We are celebrating the achievements of two of our apprentices, Poppy Ludgate and Leland Moore, who have completed their apprenticeship programmes months ahead of schedule. The impressive achievement is a testament to their commitment to learning and
Find out moreAllison Homes East secures land for over 130 new homes in Somersham
June 14, 2024We are thrilled to announce that our East team has acquired a site in the Cambridgeshire village of Somersham, where over 130 new homes will be built. The development will provide a total of 131 properties, 40 per cent of which will be affordable
Find out moreNewark school gets new sports kit thanks to Allison Homes East sponsorship
June 12, 2024We have sponsored a school based near our Kings Meadow development in Fernwood, allowing them to purchase a brand new sports kit.
Find out moreAllison Homes East donates £750 to three Lincolnshire primary schools’ book fundraisers
June 10, 2024We have proudly donated a total of £750 to three primary schools in Lincolnshire, to allow the schools to purchase brand new books for their pupils to enjoy.
Find out moreAllison Homes East sponsors new kits for youth football team in Norfolk
June 6, 2024Over in our East region, we have sponsored a youth football team based in Thorpe St Andrew, near our popular development The Oaks in Norwich, allowing them to purchase brand new kits for the whole team.
Find out moreAllison Homes East donates bricks for Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire students’ bricklaying competition
June 5, 2024In our East region, we have donated three pallets of bricks to Inspire Education Group, for use in a bricklaying competition at Stamford College. Inspire Education Group recently hosted skills competitions in the construction, motor vehicle ...
Find out moreFormer landowners return to visit Allison Homes East’s Corby Glen development
June 4, 2024Following the success of our East region’s popular The Orchards development in Corby Glen, the previous landowners returned to see how the development has progressed and see the plans for its future.
Find out moreAllison Homes apprentices give back by assisting Lincolnshire charity with office renovation
May 29, 2024Two of our apprentices have given back to the local community by volunteering their newly acquired building skills to assist Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire (CASL) with the renovation of their Finkin Street office in Grantham.
Find out moreAllison Homes East’s Harriers Rest is ‘Highly Commended’ by 2024 LABC Bricks Awards
May 28, 2024We are proud to announce that our popular Harriers Rest development in Wittering, Cambridgeshire has been recognised as ‘Highly Commended’ at the 2024 LABC Bricks Development of the Year Awards.
Find out moreAllison Homes East donates to Under 7s football team in Newark
May 27, 2024Our East team are proud to have sponsored Newark Brazil Under 7s football team, near our King’s Meadow development in Fernwood, for the current season.
Find out moreChair of Broadland District Council celebrates second anniversary of Allison Homes East’s Norwich development
May 23, 2024The Chair of Broadland District Council has visited our East region’s 520-home development in Norwich two years after construction work began, to see how the site is progressing and the plans for its future.
Find out moreLincolnshire school children walk in style thanks to Allison Homes East’s Walk to School Week donation
May 21, 2024To celebrate Walk to School Week, which is running from Monday 20th to Friday 24th May, our East team has donated drawstring bags to a primary school in Kirton.
Find out moreAllison Homes shares scenic hotspots for Mental Health Awareness Week
May 17, 2024In honour of Mental Health Awareness Week and the theme ‘Movement: Moving more for our mental health’, we are highlighting some of the best scenic hotspots near our developments.
Find out moreAllison Homes shares expert decluttering advice to help tackle the big spring clean
April 24, 2024We are excited to have teamed up with decluttering expert Maria Baker, owner of A Tidy Mind Cambridgeshire , a professional decluttering service operating throughout Cambridgeshire and Huntingdonshire, to share some top tips on how homeowners can org
Find out moreAllison Homes shares top ways to destress this Stress Awareness Month
April 19, 2024This Stress Awareness Month, the Allison Homes team shares their insights and tips on how they cope under pressure and maintain a healthy lifestyle at work and at home.
Find out moreAllison Homes makes Easter donations to local foodbanks
March 28, 2024We are proud to have celebrated Easter by donating a total of 122 chocolate eggs to local foodbanks across two of our regions.
Find out moreAllison Homes welcomes trio of senior appointments
March 27, 2024We are delighted to have welcomed three new senior members to our team over the last few months.
Find out moreAllison Homes shares expert mortgage saving advice
March 18, 2024Here at Allison Homes, we understand the challenges homebuyers are facing with mortgages, so we have enlisted the help of independent mortgage expert Jason Blunden, Managing Director at Evolve Financial Solutions for his top tips.
Find out moreAllison Homes partners with Own New to help homebuyers access a low rate mortgage
March 14, 2024We have proudly partnered with Own New on its new Rate Reducer scheme*, helping property seekers secure a low rate mortgage, with rates as low as 0.45 per cent**.
Find out moreOur visit to homelessness charity ‘Ferry Project’ in partnership with Accent Group
February 28, 2024Following a recent donation, John Anderson, CEO of Allison Homes, visited the Ferry Project, a homelessness charity in Fenland. The visit underlines the developer’s commitment to supporting the local community linked to its latest Partnership develop
Find out moreAllison Homes launches scheme to help homeowners shrink their mortgage costs
February 26, 2024We are proud to be launching a purchase contribution scheme, helping property seekers across the country to reduce their monthly mortgage costs.
Find out moreAllison Homes gifts homebuyers a £2,000 voucher this New Homes Week
February 20, 2024At selected developments, we are treating homebuyers who reserve this New Homes Week (Monday 26th February to Sunday 3rd March) to a £2,000 John Lewis gift voucher*.
Find out moreAllison Homes East opens new show home on popular Peterborough development
February 12, 2024Our East region has officially opened the show home on the second phase of our Abbey Park development in Thorney, with former landowner Michael Sly.
Find out morePlanning Inspectorate Greenlights 110 New Homes in March
February 7, 2024More than 100 much-needed new homes have been allowed on appeal by the Planning Inspectorate after Fenland District Council Planning Committee’s decision to refuse a planning application in the market town of March.
Find out moreNew build houses are 64% cheaper than existing properties
February 2, 2024An updated report from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) has found that new build homes are 64 per cent cheaper than existing properties in terms of energy bills, saving owners of new build houses an average of more than £2,200.
Find out moreAllison Homes Construction Manager takes home prestigious national award
January 22, 2024We are incredibly proud to announce that Paul Vasey, former Site Manager and now Construction Manager at Allison Homes East, has received the prestigious National Site Manager of The Year Award from LABC Warranty.
Find out moreWant it All? Take advantage of homebuying schemes with Allison Homes
January 22, 2024At Allison Homes, we pride ourselves on making the homebuying journey as easy and stress-free as possible, which is why we’re offering a range of incentives for buyers who are looking for a fantastic new home within a thriving community.
Find out moreTop energy saving tips from Allison Homes
January 19, 2024This Energy Saving Week, which is running from Monday 15th to Sunday 21st January we’ve asked members of the Allison Homes team to share their top tips on how homebuyers can reduce energy bills.
Find out moreAllison Homes appoints trio of senior team members to develop new East Midlands region
January 17, 2024We are establishing our presence in the East Midlands by hiring three new senior team members, to help carry out our ambitious growth plans and secure new land across the region.
Find out moreMortgage rates significantly lower at the start of 2024
January 11, 2024The beginning of a new year has seen a significant downward movement from multiple mortgage lenders, who have reduced their rates to some of the lowest in several months.
Find out moreAllison Homes East branches out with planting of historic tree sapling in Corby Glen
December 18, 2023Our Allison Homes East team has planted a sapling of the historic Kett’s Oak tree at our Corby Glen development, The Orchards.
Find out moreAllison Homes launches key workers scheme
December 13, 2023We are proud to be launching a key workers scheme, helping those who work in the public sector to get a step onto or move up the property ladder. The key workers scheme is available to members of the Blue Light Card or Defence Discount Service.
Find out moreAllison Homes shares top eco-friendly tips for a festive home
December 4, 2023Turning your home into a winter wonderland can generate unnecessary waste, so we at Allison Homes are sharing our top tips for sustainable Christmas decor without missing out on the excitement.
Find out moreTop five places to visit and explore in Norwich from Allison Homes
November 15, 2023Over in our Eastern Counties region, we are building brand new homes in Norwich at The Oaks development, and wanted to share some of the fantastic places throughout the city that residents and tourists alike can enjoy.
Find out moreHow to get the Allison Homes show home look on a budget
November 15, 2023We have teamed up with interior designer Felicity Stevens, Director of Haus Interiors, to provide homebuyers with our top tips for getting the show home look on a budget.
Find out moreAllison Homes launches Black Friday scheme
November 14, 2023At Allison Homes we are excited to be launching our Black Friday Week* scheme across various developments, in which prospective buyers can secure their dream home for just £99 and receive a £1,000 John Lewis voucher.
Find out moreTop energy saving tips this Winter from Allison Homes
November 6, 2023We’re helping homeowners save on their energy bills by sharing five top tips on how to reduce energy use, and encouraging property seekers to consider buying new.
Find out moreAllison Homes brews support for Macmillan by raising over £280 at coffee mornings
October 19, 2023We are thrilled to have raised a whopping £280 for Macmillan, the leading cancer charity. Throughout October, we kept the coffee flowing and hosted a series of coffee mornings in support of Macmillan's Coffee Morning event - their biggest fundraiser
Find out moreUnwrap a new home this Christmas: Allison Homes gifts homebuyers an offer worth up to £25,000
October 3, 2023Across all of our regions, we are inviting house hunters to treat themselves to a new home this Christmas, by offering exclusive bundles worth up to £25,000*.
Find out moreAllison Partnerships’ Pledge gives three Bourne charities a boost
September 28, 2023We are thrilled to have donated £12,000 to three Bourne-based charities, as part of our pledge to donating £100 to a local charity for every new home contracted through a partnership scheme.
Find out moreAllison Homes Central kicks off football season with second sponsorship to Stamford AFC’s Ladies
September 27, 2023Our Central region has sponsored Stamford AFC’s Ladies for the second consecutive season, allowing them to purchase brand new training tops.
Find out moreBank of England hold on interest rates signals optimism for buyers and homeowners
September 21, 2023Our Chief Executive, John Anderson, said: “While we all want inflation to reduce further, the decision by the Bank of England to hold interest rates provides some much-needed optimism for homeowners and buyers.
Find out moreWith reductions in mortgage rates, we ask a Financial Adviser to share his outlook for the future
September 19, 2023You’ll no doubt be aware of the reductions to fixed-rate mortgages announced in the news recently, we spoke to Jason Blunden, Founder of Evolve Financial Solutions about his outlook for the future and asked him; what IS the new ‘normal’?
Find out moreAllison Homes is ‘Highly Commended’ at The Peterborough Telegraph Apprentice Awards
September 15, 2023We are proud to announce that we have received two ‘Highly Commended’ certificates for both the Large Apprentice Employer of the Year and Construction Apprentice of the Year categories at The Peterborough Telegraph Apprentice Awards 2023.
Find out moreAllison Homes invites homebuyers to learn more about their local area during Heritage Open Days
September 8, 2023Across all our regions, we are inviting property seekers to learn more about the culture and traditions of the local area they are living in or looking to live in, during this year’s Heritage Open Days.
Find out moreApprentice shortlisted for ‘Construction Apprentice of the Year’ award
September 8, 2023We are delighted to announce that our very own Leland Moore has been shortlisted for a ‘Construction Apprentice of the Year’ award. The Peterborough Telegraph Apprentice Awards are hosted by the publication to recognise the hard work of apprentices,
Find out moreAllison Homes Central donates £2,500 worth of bricks to Stamford school’s peace garden
September 6, 2023Our Central team have donated four pallets of bricks, worth £2,500, to Stamford College, to help them build a peace garden at St George’s Church of England Primary School, in memory of former school pupil Milan Radocz and his mother Vivien.
Find out moreFalling mortgage rates signal optimism for home buyers, but now we need to unlock the supply
August 10, 2023We are now just a week on from the Bank of England’s announcement that they were increasing interest rates by a further 0.25%. Yet, within the last week headlines from mortgage lenders are sparking signs optimism.
Find out moreAllison Homes Central sponsors Newark school with £1,000 donation
August 8, 2023We are delighted to have sponsored a primary school based near our Central region’s Kings Meadow development in Fernwood, Newark with a £1,000 donation.
Find out moreAllison Homes South West set to bring 155 new homes to Mid Devon
August 7, 2023Allison Homes South West is excited to announce the acquisition of a new site in the village of Witheridge, Mid Devon, which will bring 155 new homes to the area.
Find out moreWhat do rising interest rates mean for homeowners and buyers?
August 4, 2023The Bank of England raised interest rates yesterday (Thursday 3rd August 2023) for the 14th consecutive time, increasing the cost of borrowing again, in its bid to tame inflation.
Find out moreAllison Homes Central sponsors league-winning women’s football club in Stamford
August 4, 2023Our sponsorship has enabled the club to purchase new kit bags and outdoor jackets, helping them to stay warm whilst training in poor weather. We now also have our own board installed at the club’s ground.
Find out moreAllison Homes Central wins award for high quality workmanship at Harriers Rest
August 3, 2023We are delighted to announce that our Central team have won a Brick Award from the Local Authority Building Control (LABC), in recognition of the high quality craftsmanship at our Harriers Rest development in Wittering, Cambridgeshire.
Find out moreAllison Partnerships: a cohesive approach to the housing crisis
August 2, 2023We are thrilled to tell you more about our newly launched Partnerships Division, dedicated to delivering affordable homes across our operating regions, ensuring that as a company we are building homes for customers in all parts of the market.
Find out moreEstate agent launch for Needham Market development
July 25, 2023We are excited to be launching our brand-new Venus Fields development in Needham Market where Suffolk property seekers will be able to find out more about the first release of homes.
Find out moreTop reasons to live in Fernwood
July 19, 2023We think about the residents who will eventually live in our homes at every stage of the process, starting as early as choosing where to build a development.
Find out moreAllison Homes Central promotes history of Thorney with sponsorship of charity initiative
July 17, 2023Over in our Central region, we have sponsored a Thorney Footprints information board, which has been mounted at our Abbey Park development in the Thorney, Peterborough.
Find out moreAllison Homes Central secures land for 68 new homes in Peterborough village
July 12, 2023Our Central region has completed the acquisition of a site in the conservation village of Thorney, on the outskirts of Peterborough, that is set to make way for 68 new homes.
Find out moreAllison Homes Central to host event for first time buyers
July 11, 2023Our Central region is hosting a first time buyer weekend at its popular development in Corby Glen, The Orchards, where homebuyers can receive a flooring and blinds package, £3,000 towards their deposit and £1,000 towards legal fees*.
Find out moreAllison Homes celebrates Pride Month with £500 donations to four LGBTQ+ charities
July 3, 2023In honour of Pride Month, which ran throughout June, we have donated a total of £2,000 to four LGBTQ+ charities, one for each region we operate in.
Find out moreMayor of Needham Market breaks ground at brand new Allison Homes Eastern Counties development
July 3, 2023The Mayor of Needham Market, Councillor John Reardon, Deputy Mayor, Councillor Terry Lawrence, and our Allison Homes Eastern Counties team have officially marked the start of construction work at a brand new development in the town.
Find out moreThe Worshipful the Mayor of Boston unveils new show homes at our Frampton development
June 19, 2023The Worshipful the Mayor of Boston, Councillor David Brown, and our Allison Homes Central team have officially unveiled the show homes at its brand new development in Frampton, Boston, called Frampton Gate.
Find out moreMultiple Allison Homes Central locations named as top places to live in 2023
June 16, 2023We are delighted to learn that a number of our Central region locations have been named as the top places to live in the UK, by The Times and popular guide Muddy Stilettos.
Find out moreAllison Homes employees put best foot forward to raise over £400 for Cancer Research UK
June 12, 2023We are delighted that members of our team have collectively raised a total of £470 for Cancer Research UK, after running the Race for Life and the Muddy Race for Life in Stamford on Saturday 4th June.
Find out moreFive easy tips to make your garden more wildlife friendly
June 9, 2023Our gardens are a treasure trove of varied forms of wildlife that we often neglect. This Garden Wildlife Week, which is running from Monday 5th to Sunday 11th June, we’re helping draw attention to the often-forgotten wonders of our gardens by sharing
Find out moreNorwich listed as one of the top places to live in the UK
June 8, 2023We are thrilled to see that Norwich, home to The Oaks development in our Eastern Counties region, has been named one of the best places to live in the UK by Muddy Stilettos.
Find out moreAllison Homes welcomes public along to its ‘welly walk’
May 30, 2023South West housebuilder Allison Homes is welcoming members of the public to its High Moor View development in Winkleigh for an exclusive ‘welly walk’ tour of one of its latest developments.
Find out moreAllison Homes helps school pupils blossom love for gardening
May 25, 2023In honour of National Children’s Gardening Week, which is taking place from Saturday 27th May to Sunday 4th June, our Central region has donated wildflower seed packets and children’s gardening tools to four primary schools.
Find out moreAllison Homes donates drawstring bags to Oakham primary school for Walk to School Week
May 18, 2023To celebrate Walk to School Week, which is running from Monday 15th to Friday 19th May, our Central region has donated drawstring bags to Oakham CofE Primary School, encouraging children to walk or cycle to school with their parents and guardians.
Find out moreNew deposit-free mortgage announced by UK Building Society
May 12, 2023Skipton Building Society has announced a 100 per cent mortgage, which calculates both the monthly payment and total amount borrowed on what the applicant could previously afford to pay in rent.
Find out moreSomerton named in one of top 3 places to live in Somerset
April 27, 2023We are delighted to see that one of our newest developments was mentioned in a recent article by the popular urban guide to the countryside, Muddy Stilettos, as one of the top three places to live in Somerset.
Find out moreAllison Homes helps rehome rescued pets with £500 donation
April 27, 2023In honour of National Pet Month, which is taking place throughout April, Allison Homes’ Central region has donated £500 to Three Counties Dog Rescue, helping them to provide rescued dogs and cats with new homes.
Find out moreInterest rates expected to decline
April 21, 2023This week, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced that it expects to see a sharp decline in interest rates in the coming months that will see them fall in line with pre-Covid levels.
Find out moreTop interior design trends this spring
April 20, 2023As we welcome in spring and leave the cold winter behind, we’ve taken a look into what interior designers are listing as the must-haves when it comes to decorating your home for the new season.
Find out moreSpring cleaning tips for new homeowners
April 20, 2023Spring is the perfect time to give your home a deep clean, so you can enjoy the sunshine in a house that is fresh and tidy. To help you tackle the big spring clean, we’re sharing our top five tips.
Find out moreAllison Homes appoints new Land Manager
April 17, 2023Allison Homes Central have appointed a new Land Manager, to help secure new land opportunities across the Midlands.
Find out morePlenty to celebrate in the first year of our new chapter
April 11, 2023Our first financial year under new ownership has seen a plethora of successes and achievements, including the launch of our new East Midlands operating region, an impressive 34 per cent increase in the number of homes built and delivering over £2m.
Find out moreAllison Homes teaches Corby Glen school children how homes are built
March 30, 202319 school children from years five and six were recently shown around The Orchards on an educational site tour, where they saw foundations of a home all the way through to a finished property.
Find out moreAllison Homes donates materials to specialist college in Peterborough
March 24, 2023We are pleased to have donated 25 plasterboard pallets to a college based near our Abbey Park development in Thorney, Peterborough, to help create a brand new sensory area.
Find out moreAllison Homes South West hosts Job Swap Day
March 23, 2023Our South West team has hosted the group’s first ever Job Swap Day, giving colleagues an opportunity to try their hand at almost any position in the company.
Find out moreAllison Homes sponsors children’s football club in Whittlesey
March 23, 2023We are delighted to have sponsored Whittlesey Junior Football Club, allowing them to purchase brand new kits for the Under 7s team.
Find out moreAllison Homes South West appoints three new members following rapid growth!
February 27, 2023Following a period of rapid growth, local housebuilder Allison Homes South West has expanded its team with the appointment of three new members.
Find out moreNew build homes to save homeowners over £3,100 a year
February 23, 2023A new report from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) has found that new build house owners’ average savings will increase to over £3,100 from April. The‘Watt a Save’ report, was updated on Monday 20th February 2023.
Find out moreKarl Edwards appointed to lead creation of new East Midlands region
February 7, 2023Karl will focus on establishing a new office and team in the region, as the company seeks to drive forward its presence in this market. Karl has a long career in the house building industry, starting out as a joiner, moving on to a site manager
Find out moreAllison Homes helps homebuyers make the move to a brand new home with £15,000 offer
February 2, 2023We are providing homebuyers with the key to a brighter ’23 by helping them to unlock their dream home with an offer worth up to £15,000*, available on selected homes and developments. Buyers can choose to put their £15,000 towards anything from a mo
Find out moreNorth Tawton Rugby Club announce new kit sponsored by Allison Homes South West
January 10, 2023Local housing developers Allison Homes South West has gifted the North Tawton Rugby Club with a donation as part of its commitment to support local businesses across the Devon region.
Find out moreMeet some of the key players that make up our South West team
December 15, 2022At Allison Homes, we’re all about teamwork, success, and continuous improvement. We love seeing our family grow and we believe that everyone can make a difference to our business and to the communities we build and serve.
Find out moreChairman of Broadland District Council unveils Allison Homes’ new show homes in Norwich
December 9, 2022We are very proud to have officially unveiled the beautiful show homes at our brand new development in Norwich with Councillor John Fisher, Chairman of Broadland District Council.
Find out moreAllison Homes raises fan-tache-tic amount for Movember
December 1, 2022We are very proud to have raised £315 for Movember, after our Central region staff grew moustaches in support of the charity throughout November.
Find out moreMortgage rates decline for the second consecutive week
December 1, 2022Interest rates have been in the news a lot recently, and we understand that many homebuyers are unsure of what the future holds. Today brings good news, however, as mortgage interest rates have now declined for the second consecutive week.
Find out moreAllison Homes South West preserves trees in Devon
November 29, 2022We are delighted to have successfully transported and replanted trees in Devon, preserving the local area’s natural environment.
Find out moreAllison Homes launches show homes at exclusive Norwich development
November 23, 2022We are thrilled to be hosting an exclusive opening weekend at our brand new housing development in Norwich this weekend.
Find out moreAllison Homes appoints Glyn Mabey as Managing Director of its Central Region
November 22, 2022Allison Homes has appointed Glyn Mabey as Managing Director of its Central Region, the largest region in the Allison Group.
Find out moreAllison Homes teaches over 350 Lincolnshire students about construction
November 15, 2022As part of Lincolnshire Showground’s Construction Week, we taught over 350 Lincolnshire students about the industry.
Find out moreWe opened a brand-new playground for children on Bury development
November 15, 2022We are delighted to have marked the opening of a brand-new community play park at our Cromwell Fields development in Bury by hosting an exciting event for residents.
Find out moreAllison Homes hosts preview event at new development in Fernwood this weekend
November 14, 2022We are thrilled to be hosting a show home preview event at our brand new housing development in Fernwood this weekend.
Find out moreAllison Homes hosts fangtastic Halloween event for Whittlesey residents
October 31, 2022We are thrilled to have hosted a fangtastic Halloween community event for residents at our Whittlesey Green development in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire.
Find out moreAllison Homes donates hi-vis bag tags to school children for International Walk to School Month
October 26, 2022Small changes can make a difference to energy bills, but we mustn’t lose sight of the fundamental issues with the UK’s housing stock. John Anderson, CEO Allison Group, reminds us that it might be time to buy new.
Find out moreAllison Homes appoints Chief Operating Officer
October 19, 2022Allison Homes has appointed Darren Jones as its Chief Operating Officer. He joined the company on 17 October and will have a key role in driving forward the company’s ambitious growth strategy.
Find out moreSouth West team receives glowing feedback for work at The Orchard development
October 15, 2022We recently received some incredible positive feedback from our partner construction consultancy, Randall Simmonds about our work together at the development.
Find out moreSave energy – buy a new build
October 14, 2022Small changes can make a difference to energy bills, but we mustn’t lose sight of the fundamental issues with the UK’s housing stock. John Anderson, CEO Allison Group, reminds us that it might be time to buy new.
Find out moreLocal Councillor opens the doors to new show home in Somerton
October 11, 2022Housebuilder Allison Homes South West has launched its new show home at the Buttercross Meadow development in Somerton. South Somerset District Councillor, Dean Ruddle visited the development to officially open the show home and celebrate the develop
Find out moreAllison Homes hands over affordable development in Hackleton
October 11, 2022Housebuilder Allison Homes has handed over a new homes development in Hackleton to housing association Grand Union Housing Group.
Find out moreWhat the stamp duty cut means for house buyers
September 23, 2022As part of its mini budget the government has announced a significant stamp duty cut, here’s what that means for potential house buyers.
Find out moreAllison Homes South West partners with mental health wellbeing charity
September 21, 2022South West housebuilder Allison Homes has partnered with the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity (Lighthouse Club) to participate in its Help Inside the Hard Hat on Site campaign.
Find out moreSouth West expands as new marketing and sales team is appointed
September 15, 2022Allison Homes South West has appointed Michele Jones as Head of Sales alongside two key hires in the sales team as part of the company’s ambitious two-year growth strategy.
Find out moreAllison Homes takes Wittering Primary School children on storytelling adventure for Roald Dahl Day
September 14, 2022To celebrate Roald Dahl Day, which takes place today on Tuesday 13th September, we have treated Cambridgeshire pupils to special storytelling sessions at our Harriers Rest development.
Find out moreAllison Homes appoints new Recruitment Manager
August 17, 2022We have strengthened our team by appointing Alice Espinosa in the brand-new role of Recruitment Manager, to help deliver our growth plans.
Find out moreAllison Group in a strong position to deliver its growth plans as the business secures a £120 million refinancing
August 16, 2022Refinancing has secured £120 million of funding for Allison Group, with a £20 million 5 year term loan from HSBC and a 5 year £100 million Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) with HSBC and NatWest, placing the group in a strong position for future growth
Find out moreWhat the recent interest rate means for you
August 5, 2022With The Bank of England recently raising interest rates from 1.25 per cent to 1.75 per cent, many of you will be wondering what this means and how it will impact your mortgage.
Find out moreAllison Homes joins Homes England’s procurement system
August 3, 2022We’ve joined Homes England’s new procurement system, enabling us to secure land more easily and widen our geographical reach across the wider Midlands, Lincolnshire, East of England and the South West.
Find out moreNew Group Partnership Director joins growing team
July 25, 2022New Group Partnership Director, Ian Jackson, joins the team bringing with him over 30 years of experience in the housing sector.
Find out moreReminding children the dangers of building sites this summer
July 23, 2022As we build new homes, we like to encourage children to stay safe when nearby active building sites, especially during the holiday period.
Find out moreAllison Homes welcomes new Chief Financial Officer to its growing team
July 22, 2022We are pleased to have welcomed Paul Wallwork to the team as our new Chief Financial Officer. Paul Wallwork moved to Stamford in 2003 and now works with us in our head office.
Find out morePlanning approved for 132 new homes in Somersham
July 21, 2022We are delighted to have been given the green light to build 132 new homes in Somersham, Cambridgeshire.
Find out moreWinkleigh Primary School receives donation from Allison Homes South West
July 19, 2022Allison Homes South West has gifted Winkleigh Primary School with a donation to help towards reducing the price of school trips during the next academic year. The £250 donation will support parents and carers with children at the school who might
Find out moreAllison Homes South West hosts networking events for agents, subcontractors and suppliers
July 15, 2022As a region with huge potential, the South West is an integral part of the future of the Allison Group. The Allison Homes South West team aspires to grow and create thriving communities across the region in Devon, Somerset, and beyond.
Find out moreFirst-time buyer couple find their perfect home in Wittering
July 8, 2022Ilii, 32, and Alexandrina Vizir, 23, made the move to Harriers Rest after renting a bungalow in Hampton, Peterborough. The couple, from Moldova, were ready to settle down in a place they could call their own after getting married in 2018.
Find out moreAllison Homes South West makes two senior appointments as part of its growth strategy
July 8, 2022Allison Homes South West has appointed managing director Matthew Bennett and commercial director Alan Bray to its senior team.
Find out moreAllison Homes site manager wins award for quality housebuilding
June 20, 2022Allison Homes site manager wins award for quality housebuilding We are proudly celebrating the win of Site Manager Michael Ramsay at this year’s NHBC (National House Building Council) Pride in the Job Quality Awards.
Find out moreAllison Homes Appoints Dave Sheridan as Non-Executive Director
May 13, 2022Lincolnshire-based developer, Allison Homes, has announced the appointment of Dave Sheridan as a Non-Executive Director. Former CEO of Keepmoat and currently Executive Chairman of Ilke Homes, Dave brings a strong track record in delivering growth.
Find out moreWin a Jubilee Street Party Celebration Pack!
May 12, 2022We're giving ten people the chance to win a Jubilee Street Party Celebration Pack, together with a £50 Tesco gift card to put towards their party. All you have to do is design your own crown fit for royalty.
Find out moreAllison Homes is hosting a preview event in Norwich
April 19, 2022We are delighted to announce that we will be hosting a preview event for our new The Oaks development in Postwick, Norfolk.
Find out moreGordon More appointed Non-Executive Director by Allison Homes
March 30, 2022Allison Homes has announced the appointment of Gordon More as a Non-Executive Director. A former Chief Investment Officer and interim Chief Executive of Homes England, Gordon joins the Lincolnshire-based developer...
Find out moreAllison Homes Awarded In-house Gold Award for Customer Satisfaction
March 22, 2022We are incredibly proud to announce that we have been awarded an In-house Gold Award for 94% customer satisfaction.
Find out moreRob Roger Appointed as Chairman of Allison Homes
February 14, 2022Rob Roger has been appointed as chairman of Allison Homes, working with CEO John Anderson to take forward the company’s ambitious growth strategy, following its purchase by global investment management company, PIMCO last year.
Find out moreAllison Homes announces first partnership deal with Legal & General
February 8, 2022Allison Homes has announced a deal with Legal & General Affordable Homes as the first of the strategic partnerships which will support the housebuilder’s ambitious growth plans.
Find out moreAllison Group Rebrands Larkfleet Homes as Growth Continues
January 21, 2022As Allison Group embraces an ambitious growth strategy, it has announced that Larkfleet Homes will be rebranded as Allison Homes. The move comes after both brands were purchased by management and US investment firm PIMCO in November 2021...
Find out moreAllison Homes – New Ownership
November 3, 2021Earlier this week we announced the acquisition of Allison Homes and Larkfleet Homes, the house building interests of Larkfleet Group...
Find out moreNew Ownership Boosts Larkfleet Growth Plans
November 1, 2021Larkfleet’s ambitious growth plans have taken an important step forward with the announcement that current owners Karl and Helen Hick have sold the home building activities of the company to the funds managed by global investment management firm...
Find out moreMoving House Checklist
October 29, 2021Moving day! Most home-movers dread and look forward to the big day in equal measure. . .
Find out moreHow to make your home cosy this autumn
October 28, 2021Autumn is well and truly upon us and with it, thoughts of making your home a cosy place for all the family.
Find out moreCelebrate Halloween at Home
October 25, 2021Not everyone wants to go out on Halloween. Maybe trick or treating is not your cup of tea, or perhaps you want to play it safe and stay home this year...
Find out moreDiscover the benefits of buying a blank canvas
October 18, 2021From being kinder to the environment to complete peace of mind, there are lots of reasons to buy a new build over investing your time and money in renovating an older, or your existing home.
Find out moreSmart Saving – Ideas to help you save for a home deposit
October 11, 2021If you are a first time buyer, chances are your first home will be the biggest purchase you have ever made. . .
Find out moreCreate a haven of calm in your own home
October 9, 2021Meditation. Mindfulness. Wellbeing. Whatever words we use, there are times when we all just need to take a moment, relax, release stress and recharge. . .
Find out moreCorner Sofas Vs Regular Sofas
October 4, 2021It is Friday night. The film you have spent an absolute age choosing on Netflix is about to start. Glass of wine (or cup of tea) and popcorn in hand. But, in this scenario, are you snuggled up on a regular sofa or a corner sofa?
Find out moreMake a statement in the bedroom and choose a bed that reflects your style
September 28, 2021Of all the rooms in a home, the master bedroom is the most personal. It is where people tend to keep their most treasured possessions . . .
Find out moreBathroom Accessories – Your Buying Guide
September 23, 2021It can be easy to forget about your bathroom – usually one of the smallest rooms in the house. But, is there anything nicer than a soak in the bath at the end of a long day? Your bathroom deserves nice things! And you deserve . . . .
Find out moreFive essential kitchen gadgets… and five you definitely do NOT need!
September 15, 2021Firstly, we should say that by ‘essential’ we mean that we really love these gadgets, but we cannot hand on heart say they are essential. Right, disclaimer over – here are our top picks! . . .
Find out moreAllison Homes launches new development in historic market town of Kirton in Lindsey
July 22, 2021Allison Homes is celebrating the launch of its new development, Tudor Reach. With a wide range of sizes and styles it’s the ideal place to call home.
Find out moreStamp Duty Changes – What You Need To Know
July 7, 2021On 1 July 2021, stamp duty rates changed in England and Northern Ireland. The temporary stamp duty holiday that the Chancellor introduced last year has been altered…
Find out moreReady to breathe that clean country air?
June 17, 2021Country air has long been touted as the healthier alternative to the atmosphere in ‘big smoke’ cities. But there was also comfort in the knowledge that smog and thick dirty clouds had become a thing of the past, in the UK at least.
Find out moreHelping you create the perfect outdoor space
June 10, 2021Whether you fancy creating the perfect spot for al fresco dining, growing veggies for dinner or herbs to garnish your favourite cocktail, Allison Homes has partnered with garden designer and gardening coach, Sally Killick ...
Find out moreA helping hand for gardeners from Allison Homes
June 8, 2021Award-winning local developer, Allison Homes, has teamed up with Rutland-based garden expert Sally Killick of Cornflower Blue Gardens, to give new homeowners a helping hand in the garden.
Find out moreAllison Homes and Larkfleet Homes partner with Virgin Media to bring residents ultrafast broadband
May 5, 2021Allison Homes and Larkfleet Homes announce partnership with Virgin Media to bring fast and reliable broadband to new residents.
Find out moreAllison Homes launches new Bishops Grange development in Laceby
May 4, 2021Allison Homes is delighted to announce the opening of the marketing suite at its latest development, Bishops Grange, in Laceby, north east Lincolnshire.
Find out moreRandom act of kindness for lucky homeowner at Oakley Rise
February 17, 2021New homeowners Kristina Sysojeviene and Vitalijus Sysojevas were delighted to receive some spring flowers and a bottle of fizz from Bradley Whybrow, sales consultant at Allison Homes’ Oakley Rise development near Corby.
Find out moreLockdown Update
November 5, 2020I write following the Government announcement on Saturday that there will be another lockdown this coming Thursday 5th November – which will be an important step in reducing the rising infection levels of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Find out moreDreaming of a Summer (Stamp Duty) Holiday?
September 17, 2020Last month, the Chancellor announced a temporary holiday on stamp duty on the first £500,000 of all property sales in England and Northern Ireland. Whether you are a first-time buyer or you are moving from an existing property to a new Allison home
Find out moreHelp to Buy has changed – do not miss out!
September 17, 2020Help to Buy changed at the end of March 2021. To take full advantage of the scheme, make sure you know what is happening and when the changes are being implemented.
Find out moreWhat help is available when buying your first home?
September 17, 2020Buying your first home can sometimes seem like an impossible dream. But there are a number of schemes designed to help first-time buyers.
Find out moreQuick steps to getting on the housing ladder
September 17, 2020Good things come to those who wait. But sometimes we just don’t want to, or can’t, wait.
Find out moreTop Tips For Selling Your Home
September 17, 2020So, you have your heart set on a beautiful new Larkfleet home, and now you want to sell your house – fast. The property market is competitive, but there are some tried and tested changes you can make that won’t cost the earth and can help your house
Find out moreWorking From Home Tips
September 17, 2020During lockdown, many people have found themselves working from home, full-time. Even if working from home isn’t new to you, the situation we have found ourselves in means it was probably sudden and might be for an extended period of time
Find out moreHelp to Buy is changing – do not miss out!
September 17, 2020Help to Buy is changing at the end of March 2021. To take full advantage of the scheme, make sure you know what is happening and when the changes are being implemented.
Find out moreFind Your Place: A Community Called Home
September 17, 2020Have you noticed how we’ve all got to know our neighbours over the past few months? Now, more than ever across the UK, and indeed the world, we need to feel a sense of community and belonging – ‘we’re all in this together’ is driving...
Find out moreOver 55 and thinking about a house move? Now is the perfect time!
September 17, 2020We all know about incentives for First Time Buyers, but did you know what’s available for so-called ‘Last Time Buyers’? Perhaps you have been considering downsizing or are thinking about releasing money to gift to family members. If you are...
Find out moreFive Ways to Create a Stylish Yet Comfortable Home
September 17, 2020We all know those fabulous homes you see in the architecture magazines and TV shows - they’re slick, sleek, modern and minimalist, but let’s face it, not many people want to actually live in those cold impersonal spaces.
Find out moreTransitional Design – How To Pull Off Mixing the Old with the New
September 17, 2020Over the years, interior design trends come and go and every decade or so we see a big shift in how people live in their spaces. But one trend that never goes out of style is mixing old and new.
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