News

Here you will find all the latest news from new development launches to our charity donations.

29 September 2026

Your First Home: new government scheme announced for first-time buyers

The new government scheme could help more first-time buyers take their first step onto the property ladder.

29 September 2026

New Sales Director appointed

Our South Midlands region, based in Studley, has appointed Vanessa MacNee as its new Sales Director, bringing more than 28 years of industry experience to the role.

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29 September 2026

New Technical Director appointed

Our North Midlands region has appointed Alex Kenny as its new Technical Director, bringing over two decades of experience in the housebuilding industry to the role.

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28 September 2026

Latest phase at major Didcot site approved

Our Wessex region behind Valley Park has been awarded planning consent for the next 400 homes at the development.

28 September 2026

Football Club celebrates netting donation from Persimmon

A football club is celebrating after netting a donation from Persimmon Homes.

28 September 2026

Plans submitted for first phase of new residential community in Tamworth

Plans have been submitted for a new residential community with green spaces at Alvecote Park, Tamworth, on land west of Robey’s Lane.

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25 September 2026

New homes in Barton-upon-Humber given green light

Plans for nearly 400 new homes in Barton-upon-Humber have been given the green light.

25 September 2026

Golfers show their support for Lighthouse Charity

Our South East team has raised an impressive £9,500 for the Lighthouse Charity following a successful golf day.

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24 September 2026

Persimmon Homes West Midlands appoints new Construction Director

Persimmon Homes West Midlands has appointed Phil Keegan as its new Construction Director, bringing more than 20 years of experience in the housebuilding industry to the role.

Persimmon Homes West Midlands appoints new Construction Director

23 September 2026

Customers praise local housebuilder for an “extremely positive” move to Northampton

Delighted Persimmon Homes customers Graeme and Michelle have praised the housebuilder for delivering an “extremely positive” experience throughout their homebuying journey at Harlestone Grange in Northampton.

Customers praise local housebuilder for an “extremely positive” move to Northampton

23 September 2026

Community donation funds the sustainable future of local village hall in Newbold Verdon

Persimmon Homes North Midlands has donated £5000 to St James Newbold Verdon Village Hall in Leicestershire through its Community Champions scheme.

Community donation funds the sustainable future of local village hall in Newbold Verdon

23 September 2026

Latest approval for major Weston housing development

The housebuilder behind the popular Haywood Village scheme in Weston-super-Mare has secured planning permission for the latest phase at the site.

Latest approval for major Weston housing development

23 September 2026

Plans submitted for 90 much-needed new homes in Aveley

Plans for 90 new energy-efficient homes for Thurrock have been submitted by the Essex region,

Plans submitted for 90 much-needed new homes in Aveley

23 September 2026

Scout group receives £2,000 boost for roof repairs

A Suffolk Scout group that provides activities and adventures for more than 65 young people each week has received a £2,000 donation from the Suffolk region.

Scout group receives £2,000 boost for roof repairs

22 September 2026

Bridgwater welcomes new Affordable Homes for local people

The company behind the Westminster Walk development in Bridgwater has handed over the latest tranche of homes to a local housing association.

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Supporting your communities

At Persimmon we're proud to support our local communities. Our Community Champions programme was established in 2015 and has already donated more than £3 million to over 3,500 good causes across Great Britain. We also run a range of community events as part of our ongoing partnership with Team GB, along with other great initiatives. 

 

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Our hugely successful Community Champions programme has already donated more than £1 million to good causes in England, Wales and Scotland. Whilst the programme is running, each of our regional offices makes a donation of up to £6,000 every quarter to local organisations.

Persimmon Homes official partner with Team GB

We're proud to be one of Team GB's official brand partners and looking forward to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Keep an eye out for future athlete appearances, competitions and challenges.

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