AT Genesis Homes, we have always seriously considered the impact we have on the environment. All our homes are built to exceptionally high standards for thermal efficiency and air tightness, and include numerous green features to reduce energy use around the home. Our commitment to helping protect the planet was evidenced by launching our EcoGen …
AS one of the UK’s most beautiful counties (we think it’s number one!), it’s little wonder that so many people choose Cumbria as the place to spend some quality time. The wondrous fells and mountains of the Lake District are a real magnet for lovers of the great outdoors the world over, and the stunning …
THE cat is finally out the bag about our pioneering carbon net-zero emitting housing development in the village of Calthwaite – and we’ve been completely blown away by the positive response. Countless hours have been spent researching and preparing plans to make the 16-home development as environmentally friendly as possible, and to receive the glowing …
Top walking routes for your lovely winter walk AS the end of the year approaches and the worst of the winter weather bites, it is all too easy to stay snuggled up warm in the surroundings of your own home. But the frosty, cold weather can also make ideal conditions for a lovely winter walk …
LOCATED on the outskirts of the coastal town of Workington, the village of Stainburn is a lovely little area which is also well connected to the Lake District. We look at what we love about Stainburn so much. Perfectly located to cater for all interests Do you love to be beside the seaside? Or …
AT Genesis Homes, we are passionate about providing opportunities for our workforce to upskill and be the best they can be. As well as providing apprenticeships and traineeships for those just starting out in their chosen careers, we encourage our staff, wherever possible, to learn new skills and develop their current attributes around their roles …
CONGRATULATIONS and best of luck to Joe Scully who has been shortlisted as one of the best site managers in the country. For his fantastic work on creating our 55-home Beckstones development at Rheda North Park, near Whitehaven, Joe has made the final of the prestigious LABC Warranty Site Manager Awards. The candidates are visited …
WHAT a summer of sport we have enjoyed – England made the final of a first major football tournament for the first time since winning the World Cup in 1966 followed by the awe-inspiring efforts of Team GB at both the Olympics and Paralympics in Tokyo. And the world class sporting events are still going …
SITUATED just four miles from the picturesque town of Penrith and on the doorstep of the world famous Lake District, the village of Hackthorpe is a highly desirable place to live. We take a look at our favourite things which make Hackthorpe such a great location to call home. A tight knit community with …
HUNDREDS of people from across the UK have shared the comforts of a couple’s dream home. John and Helen Coulthard have grown an Instagram following of 500 by sharing posts of their new build bungalow in the village of Burgh-by-Sands, near Carlisle, chronicling the home buyer’s journey from the construction process right through to moving …