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New block opens at Norbriggs Primary School

Louise Bilbie — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:30:31 +0000

Stepnell has completed the construction of a new single-storey Key Stage 2 classroom block at Norbriggs Primary School in Woodthorpe, Chesterfield, creating modern, purpose-built learning spaces for local children. Completed in summer 2026, the £2.7 million project has also delivered an expanded playground, enhanced boundary fencing, additional staff parking and extensive landscaping works. The new […]

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Specialist Diabetes Centre completes

Louise Bilbie — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:34:27 +0000

Stepnell has completed a £5.5 million refurbishment and extension to Leicester Diabetes Centre at Leicester General Hospital, strengthening its position as the largest and one of the leading clinical research centres for diabetes in the UK. The three-storey extension sits within the original building’s H-shaped footprint of more than 10,000 square metres, adding clinical research […]

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Stepnell completes lace-inspired West Park Bridge

Louise Bilbie — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:04:49 +0000

Regional contractor Stepnell has completed and officially opened the new West Park Bridge in Long Eaton, replacing a 113-year-old crossing with a striking, lace-inspired structure that connects the town centre to West Park for walkers and cyclists. The £4.2m, 10-month scheme is the latest public realm project delivered by Stepnell as part of the wider […]

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Stepnell expands Hazeley Enterprise Park

Gemma Meekings — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Stepnell has marked the completion and handover of several units to expand Hazeley Enterprise Park near Twyford, Hampshire, with tenants moved in and starting to operate on site. Stepnell is transforming the site of a former chicken farm and feed mill into a thriving industrial and commercial hub for Hazeley Group. The completed scheme will […]

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Stepnell commences Girls Boarding House at Oundle School

Gemma Meekings — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:57:08 +0000

Experienced boarding school contractor Stepnell has commenced work on a new purpose-built girls’ boarding house at Oundle School, set to transform a previously derelict site into a sustainable landmark for the school and the wider Oundle community. Named after former headmaster David McMurray, McMurray House will provide high-quality ‘home from home’ accommodation for pupils aged […]

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Double shortlist for ProCon Leicestershire Awards 2026

Louise Bilbie — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:30:00 +0000

Two of Stepnells projects have been shortlisted in the Medium Non-Residential Scheme of the Year category at the ProCon Leicestershire Awards 2026 for two major projects: the Leicester Diabetes Centre extension at Leicester General Hospital (Entered by SGP) and the new Sports Hall at Loughborough College (Entered by Stepnell). The announcement confirms both schemes as […]

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Stepnell completes specialist mortuary facility

Gemma Meekings — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:39:20 +0000

Healthcare specialist contractor Stepnell has completed construction of Northamptonshire’s new purpose-built county mortuary, delivering a highly specialised facility that is the first standalone development of its kind in England. Delivered for West Northamptonshire Council through the council’s framework partnership, the multi-million pound facility at Riverside Business Park has been developed in collaboration with University Hospitals […]

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Manor Academy celebrates progress

Louise Bilbie — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:39:19 +0000

Work has been progressing swiftly at Manor Academy as the development of their new Library and Sixth Form building begins to take shape. As construction progresses onto it’s next stage, representatives of Manor Academy, The Two Counties Trust as well as construction company Stepnell and consultants Edge gathered to take part in a steel signing […]

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New Rail Innovation Centre opens its doors

Louise Bilbie — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:36:07 +0000

A state-of-the-art rail innovation and training centre in Barrow Hill has been officially opened and is ready welcome businesses, researchers and learners. The Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe) is a flagship destination for the rail industry offering modern classrooms and training areas, specialist research and development facilities including a digital laboratory, and high-quality commercial workshop […]

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Stepnell secures two affordable housing schemes

Gemma Meekings — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:45:31 +0000

Experienced residential contractor Stepnell has been appointed by Sovereign Network Group to deliver two new developments in Basingstoke and Reading. The partnership forms part of the housing provider’s new Affordable Homes Framework, supporting the delivery of high-quality affordable and mixed-occupancy housing schemes across the South of England. Demolition is now underway at Malmesbury Field in […]

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Britannia Mills bridge completes

Louise Bilbie — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:35:29 +0000

Stepnell has completed construction of a new £2.1 million pedestrian and cycle bridge in Long Eaton over the Erewash Canal, enhancing connectivity to the town centre. Officially opened by mayor Cllr Greg Maskalick at a ceremonial crossing also attended by Adam Thompson, MP for Erewash, the Britannia Mills Bridge will connect Canal Street to the […]

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Aylesford School complex refurb completes

Louise Bilbie — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:16:30 +0000

Stepnell has successfully completed a major reinstatement and refurbishment works at Aylesford school, in Warwickshire, fully restoring its teaching operations in permanent and modernised classrooms. Procured through Procure Partnerships Framework and engaged at the early stages of the project, Stepnell in collaboration with the school, Department for Education, design team and supply chain have modernised […]

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Staveley town centre regeneration is complete

Louise Bilbie — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:58:51 +0000

A multi-million-pound project to transform Staveley town centre is ready to welcome visitors to the town. Chesterfield Borough Council’s Staveley 21 project, funded through the Staveley Town Deal, has included improvements across the market place along with a striking new landmark pavilion building – together the improvements will make Staveley a more attractive destination and […]

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Stepnell Completes New Dorset Ambulance Hub for SWASFT

Gemma Meekings — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:14:50 +0000

Stepnell has marked the completion of a dedicated Main Operating Base (MOB) in Dorset for the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT), enhancing the operational capacity and efficiency of emergency services across the South West. Within the MOB, Stepnell has constructed offices and operational facilities along with dedicated workshop areas and enhanced welfare […]

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