24 Dec 2024
As we wrap up the year, we're reflecting on the incredible achievements of 2024 at R1 Construction. It's been a year of growth, milestones, and giving back to our communities.
Here's a look at what we've accomplished together:
🏗Key Projects:
Handover of a GP Practice at Halo Leisure Centre, Bridgnorth, providing healthcare for 5,000 residents.
Delivered a brand-new building for Thrussington School and an outstanding teaching facility at Richmond Primary School.
Completed a variety of projects with the MOD which includes a new locker room facility at RAF Shawbury.
A science block at Wigston Academy, which now features two excellent science labs, two classrooms, and additional support spaces.
Handed over a specialist provision suitable for 16 children who have autism spectrum disorder and require a high level of support at Djanogly Strelley Academy.
Delivered River Meadows for R1 Living - A fantastic care facility located in Edgebolton, with 14 ensuite bedrooms.
Two new classroom blocks at Oakthorpe and Tugby Primary Schools in Leicestershire. These much-needed replacements are now in full use!
Delivered a £1.5m youth centre for SYA All About Youth in Shrewsbury.
🏆Milestones:
Won the Outstanding Business Growth award at the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards!
Celebrated our 10th anniversary with a reflection on our journey and a fantastic party for the team.
Raised over £24K on our Kilimanjaro climb, smashing the £10k target for Moving Mountains for Riley. A big well done to Andrew, Ben, Dean, Dave, Steve & Ian!
Announced we are the Shrewsbury Town FC left sleeve sponsor for the next two seasons!
💡New Beginnings:
Began the transformation of a former care home in Shrewsbury into 14 residential apartments with Base: Architects & Planning.
Commenced works at Moreton Morrell School in Warwickshire, replacing an old classroom with a sustainable SIPs-built space.
Completing in March 25, Webb Crescent which we are delivering for R1 Living, will consist of 7 bungalows and 11 houses.
Work commenced on Ptarmigan House, a major refurbishment project at Shrewsbury Business Park.
Starting in January, we are replacing a dilapidated building at Castle Donington College in Derbyshire with a brand-new gym facility.
Also starting in January, Barkingham and Dagenham College in Romford will receive a brand-new Electrical Vehicle Training Workshop for students.
💖Giving Back:
Partnered with Telford College to offer work experience for 18 students.
Sponsored Grass Roots Sports Clubs which provide a variety of sports such as football, boxing.
Attended Severn Hospice’s dragon boat event! We hit the waters and while we didn’t win, we raised money for an great charity!
Donated £1,000 to Mind’s Dawley, helping fund a seaside trip local veterans.
We couldn’t have done this without our amazing team, clients, and partners.
Thank you for your continued support! Here’s to even bigger achievements in 2025.