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10/08/2026
GP provides Catalyst for Darwen centre
Great Places has helped an inclusive community café in Darwen secure a £9,998.31 grant from the Community Catalyst Capacity Building Grants fund to support the development of its services in the town. Number One Café, based on Croft Street, supports people experiencing homelessness, neurodivergent people, and those seeking employment opportunities in the community. The funding […]
05/08/2026
Article by: Great Places
Garden makeover creates blooming success at Aldersgate Court
Aldersgate Court is looking more colourful than ever thanks to the collaboration between Great Places' colleagues and customers.
05/08/2026
Article by: Great Places
Bluebell Court visit highlights impact of supported housing
Great Places hosted St Helens Council at Bluebell Court to showcase the impact of supported housing for women experiencing homelessness.
Great Places Housing Group
Social purpose is at the heart of Great Places Housing Group. A not-for-profit organisation, Great Places owns over 26,000 affordable homes in more than 30 local authority areas across the North West and South Yorkshire. In 2024/25 Great Places delivered 726 new affordable homes and sold 196 homes for shared ownership. It invested over £230 million into building new homes as well as running a wide range of projects and initiatives to help our customers and their communities. It currently has over 2,300 homes on site.
