Social Value

Congratulations to WMS Contracts Manager Craig, who has successfully completed the Dartmoor Prison Break challenge while raising an incredible £1,180 for Cancer Research UK.

 Taking on the challenge in memory of his brother Darren, Craig set off from Dartmoor Prison at midday on Saturday with a simple goal - reach Bodmin Jail on foot within the 24-hour challenge window.

After an overnight effort covering approximately 40 miles, Craig arrived at Bodmin Jail at 4:30am on Sunday morning, completing the challenge and achieving the goal he had set himself.

The challenge has helped raise valuable funds for Cancer Research UK and has received fantastic support from colleagues, friends, family, and the wider community.

Everyone at WMS is incredibly proud of Craig’s achievement and the difference his fundraising will make.

WMS is proud to continue its support of the Chatty Bench initiative through the donation of a new bench for residents in Camborne.

 The initiative aims to encourage conversation, reduce loneliness, and create opportunities for residents to connect with one another in a relaxed and welcoming environment. By providing a simple space to sit and chat, the benches help foster stronger community relationships and support wellbeing.

As part of our ongoing social value commitments, we are committed to supporting projects that create positive impacts beyond the works we deliver. The Chatty Bench initiative is a fantastic example of how small interventions can help bring people together and strengthen local communities.

We hope the new bench will be enjoyed by residents for years to come.

WMS was proud to attend and support the recent Community Day held alongside Cornwall Housing Ltd at Rosedale Recreational Ground.

 The event brought together residents from the local community alongside organisations and service providers for a day focused on engagement, support, wellbeing, and community connection. Running alongside a Football Day hosted by Truro City Council, the event created a fantastic atmosphere and provided opportunities for residents to access advice, ask questions, and learn more about the support services available to them.

For WMS, events like this are an important part of building positive relationships within the communities we work in every day. Taking time to engage directly with residents outside of projects and works helps strengthen trust, communication and long-term community connections.

It was great to see residents, organisations, and volunteers involved in such a positive day for the local area.

WMS is proud to have supported residents at Bishops Court and Westgate Mews through the donation of new benches as part of our ongoing Social Value Programme.

 The benches have been installed to provide welcoming spaces for residents to sit, relax, and spend time together - helping encourage stronger community connections and supporting wider wellbeing initiatives.

Alongside the installation, a Chatty Bench plaque has also been added in support of ongoing efforts to tackle loneliness and encourage social interaction, helping create opportunities for residents to connect and enjoy conversations with neighbours.

The unveiling provided a lovely opportunity for residents to come together and enjoy the new addition to their community.

At WMS, we understand that social value goes beyond the work we deliver. Supporting initiatives that create positive, lasting impacts within communities remains an important part of what we do.

The Treneere Estate project in Penzance has been recognised within wider industry discussions around place-based retrofit and community-focused delivery.
Working through the South West Procurement Alliance framework, WMS delivered retrofit works and improvements to more than 300 homes, while also supporting wider social value outcomes within the local community.
The project focused not only on improving homes, but also on creating opportunities through local employment, apprenticeships, supply chain engagement, and ongoing collaboration with residents and community stakeholders. By working closely with project partners and local groups, the scheme aimed to deliver long-term value alongside physical improvements to homes.
Place-based retrofit approaches are increasingly recognised across the industry as a way of connecting housing improvements with wider community outcomes, local economic growth, and resident engagement. The Treneere Estate project stands as a strong example of that collaborative approach in practice.

WMS was proud to co-sponsor the recent Kernow Construction Club Summer Party held in Newquay - an evening that brought together professionals from across Cornwall’s construction industry for networking, fundraising, and community support.
With a Country & Western theme setting the tone for the evening, the event created a fantastic atmosphere while raising thousands of pounds for Lighthouse Charity, which provides emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing support to construction workers and their families.
https://www.lighthouseclub.org
Events like this play an important role in strengthening relationships across the industry while supporting causes that make a real difference to people working within construction.
It was great to see members of the WMS team attending and supporting such a positive event within the local construction community.

WMS is proud to recognise Contracts Supervisor Mike Stemp, who has recently achieved both a Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction) - Cold Roof Insulation and a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction) - Hybrid Walls.

 These qualifications reflect Mike’s ongoing commitment to developing his skills and maintaining high standards across his work. As a Site Supervisor, this continued progression plays an important role in delivering quality outcomes on site.

Mike was presented with his certificates by Managing Director, Michael Sussex at Silverton House, marking a well-earned achievement and a proud moment for the team.

At WMS, supporting development and recognising progression is a key part of building a strong, skilled workforce for the future.

Nathan has successfully completed the London Marathon, taking on the full 26.2 mile challenge after months of preparation.

 Running in support of VICTA, Nathan has helped raise funds for visually impaired children and young adults - contributing to a cause that makes a real difference.

It’s a fantastic achievement, and one everyone at WMS is proud to support.

Donations are still open for anyone who would like to contribute:
https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/dean-and-nathan-running-a-marathon

At WMS, we’re proud to recognise the people behind the work - and this week, that spotlight is on Keith, a long-standing multi-skilled operative based out of our Cornwall office.

 Keith recently completed a 35 metre fence replacement in a rear garden that had been badly affected by storm damage. The site presented a number of challenges, including an exposed elevation and restricted access, which required careful cutting back of trees and vegetation before work could begin.

The replacement fence was installed using a hit and miss treated timber design, providing a more suitable solution for high wind conditions and improving the long-term resilience of the property.

It’s a great example of the skill, experience, and attention to detail our teams bring to every job - and a well-deserved moment of recognition for Keith.