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Caxton Academy Sponsors, IG Masonry Support share Insights with bricklayer apprentices
by Vicky Steen
June 10th, 2025
Our first and second-year bricklayer apprentices at Caxton Academy recently had the opportunity to visit three Midlands-based manufacturing facilities, thanks to our valued sponsor, IG Masonry Support. The day was organised by Keith Hanson, Technical Sales Manager, who generously …
Caxton Builders Joins the Masonry Association of Great Britain
by Vicky Steen
June 9th, 2025
We are thrilled to announce that Caxton Builders has officially become a member of the Masonry Association of Great Britain (MAGB), marking a significant milestone in our journey to uphold excellence in construction and masonry workmanship. Being a MAGB member …
Caxton Façades: Soho Yard/West Bar Square
by Vicky Steen
June 3rd, 2025
West Bar Square/Soho Yard is a transformative new residential development in Sheffield forming part of a wider £300m regeneration scheme. Completed in December 2024, it represents a bold, high-rise approach to modern city living. Designed by 5Plus Architects, the …
Caxton Façades Shortlisted for Specialist Contractor of the Year at the Construction News Specialist Awards 2025
by Vicky Steen
May 30th, 2025
We’re delighted to share that Caxton Façades has been shortlisted in the Specialist Contractor of the Year (turnover up to £25m) category at the CN Specialists Awards 2025. This recognition from Construction News reflects a milestone year for our business …
Brandon Bates
by Vicky Steen
May 27th, 2025
Meet Brandon, a first-year bricklayer apprentice at Caxton Academy. Brandon tell us how six-week block learning at Caxton has given him invaluable early on-site experience.
Why did you want to become a bricklayer?
I knew I wanted to become a …
Caxton Builders: Yeoman Park Academy
by Vicky Steen
April 15th, 2025
Caxton Builders has completed Yeoman Park Academy (YPA) for BAM Construction. Designed by Noviun Architects, YPA is a special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school located in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. The new purpose-built facility will cater for 138 pupils …
Caxton Façades Shortlisted for Specialist Contractor of the Year at the Construction News Awards 2025
by Vicky Steen
April 4th, 2025
We are thrilled to announce that Caxton Façades has been shortlisted for Specialist Contractor of the Year at the Construction News Awards 2025. This prestigious recognition highlights our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and quality in the construction industry.…
Lizzie Allingham Wins ABC Bricklayer Apprentice of the Year 2025
by Vicky Steen
March 10th, 2025
We are incredibly proud that Lizzie Allingham, a talented apprentice at Caxton Academy, has won the Association of Brickwork Contractors (ABC) Bricklayer Apprentice of the Year Award 2025. This prestigious award recognises the best up-and-coming talent in the construction …
Women in Construction: Paving the Way for the Next Generation
by Vicky Steen
March 3rd, 2025
As we celebrate Women in Construction Week, we caught up with Elizabeth to chat about her journey and what advice she has for other women thinking about a career in construction.
What made you choose a career in construction?
…Women in Construction: A Day in the Life: Chloe Yafai, QA Manager
by Vicky Steen
February 28th, 2025
The construction industry is evolving, and more women are taking on key roles, shaping the future of the built environment. From site management to design, quality assurance and leadership, women are proving that construction is for everyone.
As we celebrate …
