In a mission to support the local community and transform lives across Nottingham, Keepmoat has rolled out a variety of community projects to enhance the environment in the area.
Partnering with more than 20 organisations across the area, the activity is being delivered in line with the housebuilder’s social value strategy, designed to deliver real and meaningful social and economic impact.
One of the projects, coordinated in partnership with Gedling Conversation Trust, Loco Youth Club and Your CVS, is working to enhance local water quality and promote biodiversity at Netherfield Lagoon – located near the housebuilder’s Gedling Quarter development.
By creating floating islands, the Keepmoat East Midlands team are contributing towards enhanced wellbeing and mental health benefits for residents by encouraging them to spend more time outdoors. Through the creation of the islands, Keepmoat will be offering hands on experience to Loco Youth Club, supporting with reducing anti-social behaviour and vandalism.
In Lenton, the team has organised a street art competition, giving the opportunity for pupils at three schools to take part, submit artwork and have a chance of winning a national showcase at an industry event.
Nottingham University’s Academy of Science and Technology (NUAST) are participating by creating artwork centred around the themes of ‘safer communities’ or ‘local heritage’.
Furthering its investment in Nottingham, Keepmoat has arranged for defibrillators to be installed at two community-run centres, as well as revamping one of the buildings for a Wellness Fair to promote health and wellbeing amongst residents of Beeston Canalside and revamping one of the buildings in readiness for the upcoming renaming fair on 18th April.
Commenting on her team’s work, Laura Grainger, Social Value Manager at Keepmoat East Midlands, said: “At Keepmoat, we take pride in supporting the local community to enhance existing infrastructure and amenities. Our homes are more than just bricks and mortar, we are committed to building thriving communities where people want to live.
“Although the year has just begun, I have already had the pleasure of collaborating with various organisations, charities and residents throughout the region to improve the local area and give back to those in need. We’re looking forward to continuing this valuable work across 2026.”
Further afield, the housebuilder has pledged to work with Karla Arts, a charity dedicated to creating a scrap store. This community-facing resource diverts usable dry waste and creative materials from landfill, making them accessible to residents, schools, artists and community groups.
The scrap store will support skills development, promote wellbeing and encourage environmental responsibility while strengthening local pride and connections. The charity will be removing surplus waste from the skips at the housebuilder’s Waterside development near Frog Island and repurposing it.
