We are pleased to announce that we have just exchanged contracts with an independent development company, Newfoundland Developments, for the sale of the food store at Mindenhurst.
Newfoundland Developments will be working with their operating partner Asda to submit a detailed planning application in the coming months. Their design will utilise the building of the former RLC museum, accessed from the new Mindenhurst Road. The completion of the sale will be subject to a successful planning application.
We will keep the community informed throughout the next stages and would encourage everyone to engage with the scheme, as and when the detail is available.
1. Works are continuing on the Loop Road and Brunswick Road (on the barracks) where the team has been busy installing drainage,
building the new road, and creating new footpaths.
2. We will start to remove the scaffolding around St. Barbara’s Church once the external refurbishment and redecoration
works are complete. The team will begin decorating the South facing wall once the scaffolding has been removed as this area
is not accessible whilst the scaffolding is in place. We will then reinstall the church spire.
3. We will begin to create new footpaths in the Central SANGs – inside the fence line – and the Blackdown ANGST. There may be additional traffic around the Officers Mess on Blackdown Road to deliver the materials needed.
4. Highways improvement works will commence on the DIO Roads (Newfoundland, Union, and Canada Roads). This includes laying the foundation of the road, installing new surface water drainage and creating new footpaths. We will keep you informed of any work taking place around your home.
🌳 Landscaping maintenance works will continue to the Village Green, Mindenhurst Road and the Central SANGS.
This series is all about life as a Construction Manager, so I can tell you what my job involves and share some of the lesser-known aspects of this work.
I’m Carianne and I have been the Senior Construction Manager at Mindenhurst for 3 years, this means I am responsible for planning and managing each stage of the project and making sure the works are completed safely, to a good quality, within budget and on time.
This includes organising the programme of works and the workforce, overseeing the delivery of the project, coordinating with the commercial team and evaluating each stage so we can make changes as we go.
I’ll be sharing a little more about my work in this blog over the coming weeks so check back soon!
As well as delivering a high-quality and sustainable new development, I have to prioritise the people who put their effort and energy into providing these facilities for the Mindenhurst community. The most important part of my day-to-day job is looking after the wellbeing of the workforce, making sure they go home safely and not in ill health or ill mental health.
This means I plan and approve safe methods of work, ensure that plant and work equipment is compliant and safe to use, that work facilities and welfare are to a high standard and check areas before works commence to make sure risks are controlled like finding of asbestos, UXO and live services.
I make sure that all operatives feel empowered to raise health and safety and mental health concerns and make sure that everyone feels supported at work. We do not take inherent risks on site as going home safely to our families and friends is essential.
Staff wellbeing is both physical and mental health
As part of my role in looking after staff wellbeing, we aim to create an Injury Free Environment (IFE) in which nobody is harmed. Our IFE programme builds on existing health and safety legislation, it encourages us to look out for one another, so we all go home safely at the end of the day.
At Mindenhurst I educate the operatives on good mental health including giving toolbox talks around topics such as stress, anxiety, suicide awareness and coping mechanisms. I am also a mental health first aider, and I am trained to assist in a mental health crisis, either on site or to members of the public. I also hold neurodiversity presentations across the business to educate colleagues on how we can support neurodiverse individuals in the workplace.
We encourage you to join us on this journey, so if you see anything that poses a risk, could cause harm, or anything that worries you please get in touch.
Sustainability at Mindenhurst
At Mindenhurst we prioritise sustainable methods of construction wherever possible, I am personally responsible for finding more sustainable alternatives to everyday activities. I’m proud of our achievements so far and the plans we have in the final phases, this includes:
As a team, we always ensure we don’t damage the environment when we build. We share best practice across the business and with external partners – such as the Considerate Constructors Scheme – so that other projects can benefits from initiatives we have used successfully here at Mindenhurst.
Logistics is a major part of my role as Mindenhurst’s Construction Manager. It involves planning the sequence of works to support the development progress, delivering facilities in time for the community to use them whilst minimising the impact on the community.
With my logistics hat on, I am always looking for innovative ways to speed up the programme without losing out on quality, safety or cost. This includes finding different ways to demolish buildings so that materials can be reused, reducing the amount of waste being removed from site and helping to prevent additional traffic on roads.
On Wednesday 5 April the Mindenhurst project team and local residents came together to celebrate Easter – and the arrival of spring – on the Village Green. The event was a huge success with over 70 children taking part in the festivities.
This year’s Easter event offered a range of activities for the whole family to enjoy. It included Easter arts and crafts, a bunny themed scavenger hunt around the Village Green, and plenty of chocolate to share.
It’s the first community event of the year at Mindenhurst, the project team has already confirmed there will be more to come.
Niki Dufour, Community Relations Manager, at Skanska, said: “It was fantastic to see so many families taking part and coming together to celebrate Easter. It was lovely to meet so many people and to see the wonderful sense of community that is developing in Mindenhurst. We really enjoy hosting community activities and events and are looking forward to more events like this in the near future.”
Spring is here and Easter is just around the corner!
To celebrate, we are organising some Easter activities on the Village Green. We welcome you to join us on Wednesday 5th April 1pm-3pm, for a scavenger hunt, Easter crafts, and chocolate treats!
This event is free to attend and open to all members of the community. We kindly ask that all children are accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event.
We look forward to seeing you there.
On Thursday 23 March the Mindenhurst team took to the streets and parks around Mindenhurst and Deepcut in an effort to tidy up the local area.
It’s the third year the project team has joined in, this year’s team effort saw them collect 10 bags of rubbish.
The Great British Spring Clean is an annual campaign which aims to keep Britain tidy and improve local places. The nationwide campaign runs from 17 March to 2 April with community clear ups taking place up and down the country.
Now in its eighth year, the Great British Spring Clean is a feel-good, national effort to clean up public spaces for everyone to enjoy. The initiative aims to eliminate litter, improve the environment in local neighbourhoods and foster a sense of community among the #LitterHeroes that take part. It is an opportunity for people to come together and make a positive impact to their community and has positive benefits for both mental and physical health.
Local residents can still take part by borrowing litter pickers from the Skanska Project Office on Newfoundland Road. Anyone who is interested should get in touch with the team by emailing hello@mindenhurst.co.uk.
Leisliane Garcia, Development Director, at Skanska, said: “Our team enjoyed getting out and about around Mindenhurst to show support for Keep Britain Tidy’s campaign, it’s as important as ever to take care of our environment. We’d like to thank the residents who gave us suggestions of the places in need of some care and attention.”
Today is World Down Syndrome Day, we’re taking part in the #LotsOfSocks campaign which raises awareness about Down syndrome.
People with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome, they have 3 copies of chromosome 21, which is why it is held each year on 21st March.
Why socks? The picture to the left shows the genetic mapping of chromosomes which some say look a little bit like pairs of socks.
To take part, all you need to do is wear some socks that are going to get noticed – they might be mismatched socks or your craziest and most colourful socks, whatever takes your fancy!
Then, if someone asks you about your socks you can tell them, “I’m wearing them to raise awareness of Down syndrome and promote inclusion”.
To find out more about the campaign click here.
Today is World Down Syndrome Day, we’re taking part in the #LotsOfSocks campaign which raises awareness about Down syndrome.
People with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome, they have 3 copies of chromosome 21, which is why it is held each year on 21st March.
Why socks? The picture to the left shows the genetic mapping of chromosomes which some say look a little bit like pairs of socks.
To take part, all you need to do is wear some socks that are going to get noticed – they might be mismatched socks or your craziest and most colourful socks, whatever takes your fancy!
Then, if someone asks you about your socks you can tell them, “I’m wearing them to raise awareness of Down syndrome and promote inclusion”.
This national campaign by Keep Britain Tidy aims to improve the environment on our doorstep, eliminate litter and create great places for everyone to enjoy. Back for its eighth year, the 2023 Great British Spring Clean starts today and runs until 2nd April.
Our team will be litter picking around Mindenhurst on 23rd March. It is open to everyone so whether you are a litter picking pro, or this is your first year, why not take part and show some love for your local spaces.
If you want to take part contact us at hello@mindnehurst.co.uk or click here to find out more!
The Mindenhurst team is proud to announce work experience opportunities across a range of areas at Mindenhurst.
Get in touch with us today to find out more.
We are temporarily closing a stretch of footpath in the Central SANG whilst work is carried out on the bank between the Bovis Homes and the SANG.
Initially the trees in this area will be removed to allow Bovis to regrade the bank and once complete, new trees will be planted.
Work will begin on Tuesday 7th March and is expected to take 3 months.
During this time the stretch of path (highlighted in red on the plan below) will be closed. The plan also highlights the new circular route that will be in place while this footpath is closed.
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