Persimmon Homes Severn Valley has donated 10,000 bricks to AccXel, the Construction Skills Accelerator Centre in Cinderford.

The contribution will enable students at the Gloucestershire-based facility to gain hands-on experience and develop essential skills for the construction industry.

The bricks were produced at Persimmon Homes' own factory, demonstrating the company’s commitment to fostering future talent in construction. AccXel, the UK’s first co-funded, industry-led construction education center, provides a range of training programs to school leavers, career changers, and those already in the sector seeking to upskill.


The facility has become a hub for nurturing the next generation of construction professionals, offering professional education and bespoke training tailored to industry needs.

Persimmon Homes Severn Valley Managing Director Claire Burton, said: "We are delighted to support AccXel Construction College with this donation of 10,000 bricks. Our initiative is part of Persimmon's commitment to developing young talent in our region and ensuring students have what they need to build their skills.

"It's really important for us to cultivate a strong pipeline of skilled local construction workers, especially given Persimmon's extensive footprint in Gloucestershire and our determination to deliver high quality homes for local people.

"We believe investing in today’s students builds the workforce of tomorrow, supporting the broader community's growth and development, so we’re thrilled to help out with AccXel."