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We worked with Healthwatch Sheffield to deliver a health and community fun day centred on the wellbeing of residents.

Highlighting Community Impact and Sustainability Progress Great Places has published its 2024/25 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, showcasing a year of significant achievements in affordable housing delivery, customer support, sustainability, and governance. Despite economic pressures and sector-wide challenges, we’ve remained focused on our mission to provide high-quality, affordable homes and support thriving communities. The […]

Matt will replace our current Executive Director of Customer Services, Guy Cresswell, who will be stepping down from his position next February.

Great Places is proud to champion youth empowerment in Salford through its support of the newly launched Salford Youth Zone.

At the turn of the year, Charles was at his lowest ebb. After the break-up of a relationship, Charles found himself on the streets – sleeping rough and trying to find a new home. But when he was put in touch with Great Places, his life changed completely. Now, he has a beautiful flat in […]

A recent visit to Parliament by Stockport pupils showcased Great Places’ mission to motivate and empower the next generation.

A Sheffield employment programme, Wybourn Works, held its summer festival to celebrate its achievements over the past year. The community-centred employability programme held “Wy-fest” at Wybourn Primary School to bring the community together for a day of fun and also reward those who have excelled. Run by Great Places Housing Group’s Employability Team, it is […]

Great Places recently hosted Bury Council’s Housing and Adult Social Care Leads on a visit to mark the official start on site at its new £10.3 million affordable housing development in the borough. Cllr Clare Cummins, Cabinet Member for Housing Services at Bury Council and Cllr Tamoor Tariq, Cabinet Member for Adult Care, Health and […]

Stockport MP Tours Affordable Developments in Town Centre West Great Places Housing Group has hosted Navendu Mishra, MP for Stockport, on a tour of our two landmark housing developments that will deliver 221 new affordable homes in the heart of Stockport’s Town Centre West regeneration zone. The visit began at Chestergate, where we are delivering […]