Lauren Allison, Author at Genesis Homes

Genesis Homes funds 100 Tullie tickets for local families in Carlisle

Posted on: September 30, 2026

We are proud to support Culture for All, a new initiative from Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery, helping hundreds of local families facing financial pressures to enjoy free access to culture and creativity. Genesis Homes join eight other Cumbrian businesses who have all provided 100 tickets to provide families with the opportunity to visit […]

Genesis Homes employee recognised with prestigious national award

Posted on: September 29, 2026

Genesis Homes is celebrating after Employee Operations Manager, Lesley Bird, was named the winner of the ‘By Your Side’ Award at the national Premier Guarantee Excellence Awards. Lesley was recognised at the awards ceremony, held at Nobu Hotel in London, alongside fellow finalists from across the UK housebuilding industry, including representatives from Persimmon Homes, Cartwright […]

Building Connections: Our First Neighbourhood Events

Posted on: September 24, 2026

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been delighted to bring residents together at our very first Neighbourhood Events at Derwent Rise in Seaton and Sandsfield Way in Carlisle. As part of our Customer First approach, we’re introducing a programme of events across our developments, giving residents the opportunity to get to know one another, enjoy […]

From the Genesis team to the Town team: celebrating Workington Town Ladies’ promotion

Posted on: September 23, 2026

A remarkable season, a historic promotion and a story that brings together people, place and ambition. There was plenty to celebrate at Workington Town Ladies Rugby League this weekend as the team secured promotion to the Women’s National Championship with a memorable 24–12 victory over Wakefield Trinity. Genesis Homes are a proud sponsor of Workington Town […]

‘Best Community Involvement’ Finalist at 2026 in-Cumbria Business Awards

Posted on: September 10, 2026

We are delighted to share that Genesis Homes has been named a finalist in the Best Community Involvement category at the 2026 in-Cumbria Business Awards, recognising our growing commitment to supporting the communities where we build homes. Over the past year, we have introduced and rolled out a community engagement programme across Cumbria, supporting local […]

Growth in Carlisle continues with plans for 74 new homes

Posted on: September 10, 2026

We have submitted a planning application to Cumberland Council for the second phase of our Orton Road development in Carlisle. The proposal marks the latest step in our growing presence across the city and surrounding area alongside Sandsfield Way and Edward’s View that are currently under construction, with upcoming developments at Garlands and Etterby. The […]

Building the future: Launching our ‘Next Gen’ school initiative across Cumbria

Posted on: September 7, 2026

We’re delighted to announce we have launched our first dedicated school engagement programme, ‘Next Gen’, marking a new step in our commitment to creating a lasting positive impact in the communities where we build. Rolling out across Cumbria from September 2026, the new initiative forms part of Genesis Homes’ wider community engagement strategy, with a […]

Summer Gathering at Sandsfield Way

Posted on: August 25, 2026

We recently welcomed local stakeholders, community groups and organisations to Sandsfield Way in Carlisle for our Summer Gathering – our first stakeholder and community event at the development. The event provided an opportunity to celebrate the opening of our new show homes, give guests a closer look at the development and share more about our […]

Young gardeners help plant the seeds of community at Sandsfield Way

Posted on: August 18, 2026

Pupils from Yewdale Primary School have helped bring a splash of colour to our Sandsfield Way development in Carlisle after taking part in a hands-on gardening experience designed to encourage environmental responsibility and give them a lasting connection to a new neighbourhood taking shape in their local area. The visit, organised as part of our […]

Genesis Homes team backs Give a Day to the City initiative

Posted on: July 22, 2026

As part of this year’s Give a Day to the City initiative, Genesis Homes joined fellow volunteers to support The Rock Youth Project in Currock, helping create a brighter, more welcoming space where local young people can feel valued, supported and inspired from the moment they arrive. The team spent the day sweeping, weeding, clearing […]

Future Builders get hands-on at our Seaton development

Posted on: July 16, 2026

We’re proud to continue our commitment to creating thriving communities from day one, welcoming pupils from St Paul’s Junior School in Seaton to our Derwent Rise development for a hands-on morning of learning, discovery and community involvement. The visit forms part of Genesis Homes’ wider programme of community engagement, designed to ensure local people feel […]

Community Conversations at Derwent Rise

Posted on: June 25, 2026

Genesis Homes was delighted to host a vibrant community event at our Derwent Rise development in Seaton on Wednesday 17 June, bringing together a fantastic mix of councillors, local authority representatives, stakeholders, business owners, and community ambassadors. The morning offered a valuable opportunity to deepen relationships, share progress, and highlight the positive impact of our […]

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