A celebration of Kildare’s creators
Ballymore, founded in Kildare in 1982, is deeply connected to the county. That's why we are proud to sponsor this year’s Taste of Kildare festival – a showcase of culinary expertise from across the region.
Ballymore submits application for Edgware town centre redevelopment
Thousands of new homes, a major new park, and new retail space all proposed as part of major transformation centred around new Edgware transport hub.
The Brentford Project summer festival celebrates opening of Workhouse Dock
Saturday 29th June saw the Brentford Project awash with visitors in celebration of the official opening of the magnificent Workhouse Dock. Situated in its idyllic spot next to the waterside, Workhouse Dock boasts glorious views of the Grand Union Canal and the River Thames which visitors on the day were keen to soak up.
The Brentford Project named Development of the Year
Ballymore’s ambitious vision for the redevelopment of Brentford town centre has earned the prestigious PROPS Development of the Year award. This achievement coincides with the exciting news that the project has also been shortlisted for a British Homes Award.
Planning permission granted for Stratford Waterfront
London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) and Ballymore have this week been awarded detailed planning consent for 700 new homes neighbouring East Bank, the new cultural quarter for innovation, creativity and learning in Stratford.
Former President of Ireland Mary McAleese unveils historic plaque at Embassy Gardens
Ireland’s former President Mary McAleese joined Ballymore Chairman and founder Sean Mulryan today, unveiling a new commemorative plaque in honour of Anglo-Irish suffragette Charlotte Despard – a pioneering figure in the realms of social activism, suffrage, and humanitarian efforts.
Ballymore wins at the 2024 Irish Construction Awards
Ballymore’s River Walk has received the Residential Project of the Year accolade at this year’s Irish Construction Awards. The award was presented during a ceremony in Dublin on Friday night, celebrating Ireland’s top construction and development achievements over the past year.
Ballymore set to sponsor the 2024 Taste of Kildare Festival
Ballymore has announced its sponsorship of the 2024 Taste of Kildare Festival at Naas Racecourse this September. The three-day event, hosted by the county’s tourism board Into Kildare, promises to be bigger and better than ever, celebrating Kildare as the beating heart of Ireland’s culinary scene.
“I love living at 8th Lock!”
8th Lock in Dublin has been tailor-made to provide everything our residents could possibly desire. Now as we launch the final homes available to rent, we hear from those who have already moved in, as they tell us how they’ve been settling into our newest neighbourhood – somewhere which heralds a new era of living with sustainability, accessibility and community at its heart.
“Ballymore’s 40-year track record speaks for itself”
Seven months into his role as Managing Director of Sales & Marketing we chat to Brian De’ath about what brought him to Ballymore, his view of the housing market, the fundamental needs of home buyers, and how his beach hut at Frinton on Sea is his favourite place of all.
Celebrating the great women of Ballymore: Part III
This week we've been celebrating International Women’s Day, catching up with three of our colleagues across the business to see what the day means to them, and their experiences working in the construction industry. Today it's Helen McNamara who is the perfect first port of call for guests visiting our office in Dublin.
Celebrating the great women of Ballymore: Part II
This week we celebrate International Women’s Day by catching up with three of our colleagues across the business to see what the day means to them, and their experiences working in the construction industry. Today we met Flavia Coelho who’s had to tackle more than most to get to where she is today...
New Skills Centre to provide a base for construction and STEM skills in Edgware
A new Skills Centre will soon open on Station Road in Edgware and will provide a base for local people seeking to embark on a range of rewarding and varied careers in construction and the built environment. The Skills Centre has been funded and delivered by Ballymore (owners of the Broadwalk Shopping Centre), Places for London and The Skills Centre.
Celebrating the great women of Ballymore: Part I
This week we celebrate International Women’s Day by catching up with three of our colleagues across the business to see what the day means to them, and their experiences working in the construction industry. We start today with Monica Healy; Monica is the epitome of a strong, hardworking woman and one we’re incredibly happy to have in our workforce.
“Bray is such a charming place”
We asked local Dublin artist and creator, Homebound, to design two bespoke pieces of art for our contemporary new homes at Sea Gardens in Bray. Here he tells us how he went about capturing the nostalgia and charm of this beautiful seaside location, and how his childhood connection to Bray led the way.
“We’ve been supported by Ballymore every step of the way”
If you’re passing through our Goodluck Hope development in London, you may smell the unmistakable smell of freshly baked bread courtesy of our newest tenants, Layers Bakery. The brainchild of professional chefs Faye Weatherburn and Giulia Agnoli, and entrepreneur Chelsea Finch, a formidable trio who have created a wholesome place for the community to enjoy their exquisite, baked on site, collection of baked goods. Here we chat to Faye, straight off the back of an incredibly successful launch weekend
Ballymore Renews Commitment to Gaelic Football at Dublin City University
Ballymore, renowned for its steadfast support of community groups and grassroots organisations in Ireland, has reaffirmed its support of Gaelic football at Dublin City University (DCU) for the 2023/24 academic year, having supported the men’s and women’s football teams since 2021/22.
207 affordable homes complete at Riverscape in Newham
Ballymore and Oxley celebrate the completion of 207 new high quality affordable homes at Riverscape in the Royal Docks. The completion of these two new apartment buildings – called East River Wharf - mark a pivotal milestone at Riverscape and the occasion was marked by a handover ceremony hosted by Ballymore & Oxley with Homes England and Legal & General Affordable Homes. Joined by Cllr James Asser, Deputy Mayor at the London Borough of Newham, and local councillors Cllr Shaban Mohammed and Cllr John Whitworth.
“It’s the local creative and artistic scene I was looking for”
As one of the first residents at The Brentford project there’s no one better placed to tell us about life here than Sonia Jones. Used to living in the fast lane having worked in the music industry with household names such as Rita Ora and the Rolling Stones, we were intrigued to hear what appealed to Sonia about our waterside neighbourhood, here she tells us more.
Everyman confirmed as leisure anchor at The Brentford Project
We are delighted to announce that we have signed luxury cinema concept, Everyman, for The Brentford Project, our new 1.2 million sq ft riverside community and residential-led development in Brentford, West London
Spreading seasonal cheer in London
The past few weeks have seen many successful Christmas events taking place across our London neighbourhoods – from cocktail evenings and carol concerts to family-focused workshops and Christmas markets.
Expanding the menu at Goodluck Hope in London
The first of two new businesses at Goodluck Hope, Ballymore’s new island development on Leamouth Peninsula in London, has opened its doors today.
Supporting the artists of the future as they help tackle climate change
We've partnered with The Grantham Institute at Imperial College London, to help raise awareness of climate change through the work of four budding young artists – including one whose work is now on display in Nine Elms. The initiative was part of the biennial Grantham Climate Art Prize which invited young people, who will be most affected by climate change, to create bold designs for outdoor public murals focused on the solutions needed to tackle the climate crisis.
Ballymore honoured at the 2023 What House? Awards in London
The annual What House? Awards took place in London this weekend with Ballymore recognised in two categories: Best Luxury Development and Best Mixed-Use Development.
“Remarkable” Sean Mulryan is honoured at prestigious Irish awards ceremony
Sean Mulryan, founder, Chairman and Chief Executive of Ballymore has been presented with a prestigious award, honouring his outstanding contribution to business in Ireland, with judges describing Ballymore as “one of the most significant and indeed successful property development companies in Ireland and the UK”.
We commission street artist Solus to create his biggest ever work
Internationally renowned street artist Solus has an impressive portfolio of works. Now, having worked together briefly in 2022, Ballymore has commissioned Solus once again, this time to create a striking new mural at 8th Lock, the final phase of development at Ballymore’s Royal Canal Park in Dublin.
Ballymore and Sainsbury’s joint venture submits plans for major new canalside neighbourhood in Ladbroke Grove
Ballymore and Sainsbury’s have submitted a planning application for a major canalside neighbourhood in Ladbroke Grove. The proposed new neighbourhood has been designed to deliver 2,519 new homes, of which at least 500 will be affordable, plus two parks and a local high street with a reinstated, historic canal basin at its heart.
Industry pulse: redefining the workplace
The city office sector is in a state of flux, as it continues to get to grips with the lasting impacts of the pandemic on working practices and market demand. But looking ahead, Ballymore’s creative director Roger Black highlights four ideas that are set to redefine the workplace at locations like our project Bishopsgate Goodsyard in Shoreditch.
Ballymore wins best development at the 2023 Evening Standard New Homes Awards
Ballymore’s Gooduck Hope has won the Best Large Development Award at this year’s Evening Standard New Homes Awards – a prestigious ceremony which celebrates and commends innovation and excellence in today’s new homes.
Enhancing community skills and spaces: our Ballymore volunteers join the Canal Day of Action
Some 20 colleagues from Ballymore joined a volunteer day in London this week, supporting the local environment and local skills. The Canal Day of Action took place in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and was organised by local charity Pursuing Independent Paths (PiP), working with the Canal and Rivers Trust, and Meanwhile Gardens.
Market intelligence: interest rate rises
Families and businesses across the UK are feeling the squeeze as interest rates continue to rise through the year. The property sector is also feeling the effects of interest rate increases, with consequences for investors, developers and homebuyers, as Ballymore’s Head of Underwriting David Morris explains.
Ballymore helps secure Barnet’s first ever business improvement district at Edgware
There was exciting news for Edgware this week, as Barnet Council announced the borough’s first Business Improvement District (BID) – helping drive investment of up to £800,000 into the high street. The BID is the culmination of a campaign led by the Edgware BID steering group comprising Ballymore, Transport for London, Barnet Council and local businesses.
Slow fashion is in style at Embassy Gardens
Embassy Gardens played host to a celebration of sustainable style and independent British brands this month, welcoming hundreds of fashion fans to London's Nine Elms for a two-week pop-up with Daily Dress Edit. The pop-up took over Embassy Gardens’ Oxeye restaurant, creating an immersive style experience that allowed customers to explore the vibrant space – something the Evening Standard called “a colourful bijoux bursting with fab frocks”.