News
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Volunteers improve Snibston Grange Nature Reserve
Volunteers spent two weeks helping our charity with improving parts of the Snibston Grange Nature Reserve in Coalville, Leicestershire.
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Dyslexic woman becomes Literacy Champion for local children
Annie Parry, who works for Groundwork Five Counties and specialises in outdoor activities for children, is working with the National Literacy Trust Nottingham.
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Groundwork employee supports Moroccan earthquake survivors
Shamli Khanam of charity Groundwork Five Counties is taking up her work’s offer of using her allotted volunteering days by helping those affected by the recent earthquake in Morocco.
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Green Doctors help cure energy bill problems
Our Green Doctors advise on financial support, including the £300 Cost of Living payment and more. We offer FREE home visits to help save money on your energy bills.
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Free support for people out of work in South Derbyshire
People between the ages of 18 – 64 can gain new skills, build up confidence, make connections in the local community and improve their chances of finding a job.
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Rushcliffe residents get free energy advice from Green Doctors
We help Rushcliffe (Nottingham) residents to save money, reduce energy usage, and stay warm for less. Talk to our Green Doctors and get free support.
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Walking Festival returns with 18 free guided walks
From 9th until 24th September the Autumn Footprints Walking Festival is offering free guided walks to celebrate and explore the beauty of Derbyshire.
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Gareth James appointed Interim CEO at Groundwork Five Counties
Gareth James has been appointed as our interim CEO, following the announcement of CEO Emma Atkins stepping down in September 2023.
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VCSE Funding Secured
We are offering Hong Kongers support with integration into life in the UK, to break down barriers and build community relationships. The support will be bespoke to each person working towards their identified needs.
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Groundwork’s ‘Little Walled Garden’ will be opening soon
We are so thrilled to announce we will be creating a new community garden at the St Martins Road Allotments, Bilborough. Open day to be publicised soon!
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Playzone sporting facilities coming to Nottingham City
An exciting opportunity to add to the city’s sport and leisure facilities has been secured from the Football Foundation’s Playzone programme.
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A new Tree and Woodland Strategy for Nottingham City
We are delighted to be assisting Nottingham City Council to engage the people of Nottingham to discover why trees and woodlands are important to each one of us.