News & Blogs
This is where we share the stories behind the work.
Our news and blogs bring you closer to the people, projects and partnerships that power Band of Builders. From project updates and fundraising campaigns to industry collaborations, wellbeing initiatives and volunteer stories, this is where you can see the difference being made across the UK construction community.
You will find real experiences, lessons learned, and the voices of construction workers, families, volunteers and supporters who are part of our journey. Every update reflects our mission to support construction workers and their families through practical help, financial support and wellbeing services.
Check back regularly to see how, together, we are turning challenges into positive change.
News
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National charity steps in to transform home of Solihull surveyor left paralysed in accident
25 February 2021VIEW DETAILSThe home of a Solihull dad-of-four left paralysed after a fall at home is set to be transformed thanks…
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2nd Anniversary of Pippa’s Project
20 June 2020VIEW DETAILSOf course during the current situation we have postponed all work on our projects, this has given us a…
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Band of Builders step in to help Norwich father suffering from rare degenerative neurological condition
2 February 2020VIEW DETAILSA Norwich father-of-four suffering from a rare neurological disorder will finally regain some of his freedom thanks to the…
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Kind-hearted tradespeople step in to help 11-year-old Hemel Hempstead boy suffering from rare disease
30 January 2020VIEW DETAILSA group of kind-hearted tradesmen and women from across the country are descending on Hemel Hempstead to help an…
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Teen suffering from cystic fibrosis finally has a place to relax with friends thanks to Band of Builders
11 November 2019VIEW DETAILSA teenager suffering from Cystic Fibrosis is looking forward to a bit of normality after builders’ charity Band of…
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Band of Builders set to build dream cabin for teenager suffering from cystic fibrosis
22 October 2019VIEW DETAILSA teenager suffering from Cystic Fibrosis will finally get a much-needed haven as a group of volunteer builders prepare…
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Band of Builders travel to Scotland to finish renovation of home of plumber who lost his battle with cancer
24 September 2019VIEW DETAILSA group of kind-hearted tradesmen and women are travelling to Scotland to help the family of a plumber left…
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Band of Builders getting in gear for charity car rally
14 September 2019VIEW DETAILSA group of volunteers from national charity Band of Builders swapped building sites for the driving seats in an…
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Wheelchair-bound plasterer spends time in garden for first time in years thanks to kind-hearted Band of Builders
18 June 2019VIEW DETAILSA wheelchair-bound plasterer has spent time in his garden for the first time in years thanks to a band…
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Band of Builders descend on home of wheelchair-bound plasterer to make life-changing adaptations
25 May 2019VIEW DETAILSA group of kind-hearted tradesmen and women have descended on Holland-on-Sea to make changes that will allow a wheelchair-bound…
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Band of Builders helps plumber left wheelchair-bound after ladder fall
1 May 2019VIEW DETAILSA plumber who was left unable to walk after falling from a ladder has become the latest person to…
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Band of Builders’ Christmas auction raises £20,000 for future projects
28 December 2018VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders, a charitable organisation that helps tradespeople in their hour of need, has marked the end of…
OUR BLOGS
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BBC TV’S ONE SHOW APPEARANCE SPARKS OTHERS TO SEEK SUPPORT
3 August 2025VIEW DETAILSThis summer, you might have spotted us on BBC TV’s The One Show, which aired the story of Toby’s project…
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WIDOW THANKS BOB FOR FINISHING HUSBAND’S HOUSE RENOVATION LEGACY
30 July 2025VIEW DETAILSA Norfolk widow and mother of six has described Band of Builders’ (BoB) volunteers as “superheroes” after they rallied round…
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Understanding Your Rights: A Guide from Band of Builders, a National Charity for Tradesmen
21 November 2024VIEW DETAILSConstruction is one of the most physically and mentally demanding fields out there. That’s why understanding your rights is such…
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Work-Life Balance in Construction: Finding Time for You
21 November 2024VIEW DETAILSWhen you work in construction, finding time for yourself can feel like a luxury. Early mornings, late finishes and the…
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Financial Planning in Construction: Preparing for the Unexpected
21 November 2024VIEW DETAILSFinancial Planning in Construction Unfortunately, uncertainty simply comes with the turf if you’re working in the construction industry. Whether it’s…
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Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health in Construction
21 November 2024VIEW DETAILSResearch shows that construction workers are statistically more likely to experience mental health issues compared to those in other industries,…
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Band of Builders – a UK Construction Industry Charity Providing Workplace Injury Support
21 November 2024VIEW DETAILSThere are few fields where looking after your health is as important as construction; a nasty accident can mean being…
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The Power of Giving Back: Why Volunteer With a National Charity for Tradesmen Like Band of Builders?
21 November 2024VIEW DETAILSWith every project the ever-expanding Band of Builders takes on, we see the wonderful effects that charity and community can…
