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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MUM WITH ALZHEIMER’S CAN NOW MOVE IN WITH DAUGHTER
18 May 2026VIEW DETAILSA tradeswoman from Burnley has thanked Band of Builders for stepping in to complete a house renovation, meaning she can…
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BOB COMPLETES 50TH PROJECT ON 10TH ANNIVERSARY
5 May 2026VIEW DETAILSAt Band of Builders, we are celebrating after completing our 50th project on our 10th anniversary after renovating the home…
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BOB’S RETURN VISIT TO HELP WILLIE
14 April 2026VIEW DETAILSWhen Michael Dangerfield – known to everyone as Willie – had a problem with his shower, he knew exactly who…
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RHINO TRADE INSURANCE AND BAND OF BUILDERS ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP
11 February 2026VIEW DETAILSRhino Trade Insurance and Band of Builders (BoB) are proud to announce a new partnership which is united by a…
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GLOW-WORM ANNOUNCES BAND OF BUILDERS SPONSORSHIP
5 February 2026VIEW DETAILSGlow-worm has announced a new 12-month corporate sponsorship agreement with Band of Builders to both give installers opportunities to help…
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CHECKATRADE ANNOUNCES BAND OF BUILDERS AS CHARITY PARTNER FOR 2026
13 January 2026VIEW DETAILSCheckatrade, the UK’s leading home improvement platform, has announced Band of Builders as its official charity partner for 2026, marking…
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BOB WELCOMES NEW WORKPLACE SUICIDE PREVENTION STANDARD
1 December 2025VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders (BoB) has welcomed the publication of BS 30480, the UK’s first British Standard dedicated to addressing the…
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BUILDER’S WIFE WITH DEMENTIA CAN GO HOME AFTER LIVING IN A CARAVAN FOR TWO YEARS
27 November 2025VIEW DETAILSA retired Bishop’s Stortford builder was overcome with emotion at his first glimpse of the renovations completed by Band of…
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TEEN WITH RARE INCURABLE DISEASE THANKS BOB VOLUNTEERS FOR GARDEN MAKEOVER
17 October 2025VIEW DETAILSA teenager from Rotherham with an incurable disease has spoken of her joy at setting foot in the garden of…
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GARDEN MAKEOVER WILL BRING FAMILY “MORE MEMORIES”
2 September 2025VIEW DETAILSA young Halesowen family have thanked volunteers from Band of Builders (BoB) who helped transform their back garden into a…
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NANTWICH BUILDER PUSHES A WHEELBARROW FROM JOHN O’ GROATS TO LAND’S END
23 August 2025VIEW DETAILSA builder from Nantwich – who was on the brink of suicide in the run-up to Christmas last year –…
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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…
OUR BLOGS
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Building Change Together Throughout Volunteers Week
1 June 2026VIEW DETAILSVolunteers Week (1st–7th June) is a chance to recognise the people who give their time, skills and energy to support…
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Taking Steps That Make A Real Difference This National Walking Month
27 May 2026VIEW DETAILSNational Walking Month is a great reminder of the power of simple movement, time outdoors and setting personal challenges. Throughout…
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Mental Health In Construction: Supporting Each Other During Mental Health Awareness Week
11 May 2026VIEW DETAILSMental Health Awareness Week (11th–17th May) is an important moment to reflect on mental health in construction and the pressures…
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STRESS AWARENESS MONTH: SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WHEN PRESSURE BUILDS
10 April 2026VIEW DETAILSStress Awareness Month is an important moment to pause, reflect and recognise how pressure can affect our day-to-day lives. Throughout…
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DEBT AWARENESS WEEK: PROVIDING SUPPORT WITH DEBT WHEN IT MATTERS MOST
18 March 2026VIEW DETAILSDebt Awareness Week shines a light on the realities many people face and the importance of accessible support with debt….
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EMERGENCY FINANCIAL SUPPORT THAT MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE
10 February 2026VIEW DETAILSWhen a crisis hits, emergency financial support can be the difference between stability and spiralling hardship. At Band of Builders,…
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THE CRISIS AND RESILIENCE FUND: SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WHEN IT MATTERS MOST
21 January 2026VIEW DETAILSJanuary can be an incredibly heavy month. For many construction workers, the new year doesn’t arrive with a fresh start,…
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BOB WELCOMES NEW WORKPLACE SUICIDE PREVENTION STANDARD
1 December 2025VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders (BoB) has welcomed the publication of BS 30480, the UK’s first British Standard dedicated to addressing the…
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TEEN WITH RARE INCURABLE DISEASE THANKS BOB VOLUNTEERS FOR GARDEN MAKEOVER
17 October 2025VIEW DETAILSA teenager from Rotherham with an incurable disease has spoken of her joy at setting foot in the garden of…
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GARDEN MAKEOVER WILL BRING FAMILY “MORE MEMORIES”
2 September 2025VIEW DETAILSA young Halesowen family have thanked volunteers from Band of Builders (BoB) who helped transform their back garden into a…
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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…
