Vital accredited therapy training has been delivered at The Carpenter’s Arms thanks to funding from local legal firm Johnson Astills as part of their charity-of-the-year commitment. Solicitor Jasmine Lees and Trainee Solicitor Jenny Jackson were invited along to the charity’s Six Hills property near Melton Mowbray to meet support workers who have benefitted from training… Continue reading Johnson Astills funds accredited therapy training to help fight addiction at The Carpenter’s Arms
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Commitment to People win for The Carpenter’s Arms at East Midlands Chamber’s Leicestershire Business Awards 2025/26
The Carpenter’s Arms was amongst the winners announced at East Midlands Chamber’s Leicestershire Business Awards 2025/26, which took place at King Power Stadium, Leicester on 26 February 2026. The charity won the Commitment to People Award, sponsored by De Montfort University. The award recognises the charity’s firm commitment to people development and the implementation and… Continue reading Commitment to People win for The Carpenter’s Arms at East Midlands Chamber’s Leicestershire Business Awards 2025/26
Could You Help Us Expand Our Accommodation?
As our services continue to grow, we are currently looking to lease additional properties to support individuals on their recovery journey. Safe, stable accommodation plays a vital role in helping the people we work with rebuild their lives, and we are keen to connect with landlords or property owners who may be able to partner… Continue reading Could You Help Us Expand Our Accommodation?
Mrs Henrietta Chubb DL announced as Patron of The Carpenter’s Arms
The Carpenter’s Arms is delighted to welcome Mrs Henrietta Chubb DL, former High Sheriff of Leicestershire, as its Patron. Henrietta has been a long-standing supporter of the charity’s work to support the rehabilitation of men struggling with addiction. She brings significant experience from previous trustee and patron roles, as well as from her voluntary work… Continue reading Mrs Henrietta Chubb DL announced as Patron of The Carpenter’s Arms
The Fleet Auction Group funds festive support for residents
It is the generosity of local businesses that makes it possible for The Carpenter’s Arms to offer the breadth of support it does. One such supporter is The Fleet Auction Group who, over the Christmas period, helped us create a truly special festive season for our residents. Thanks to their support, we were able to… Continue reading The Fleet Auction Group funds festive support for residents
Men recovering from addiction receive jobs boost thanks to The Carpenter’s Arms latest employability initiative
The employment opportunities of men recovering from addiction have been given a welcome boost through a new partnership between The Carpenter’s Arms and local business Radius Vehicle Solutions. The Carpenter’s Arms proposed the employment initiative to Radius with the aim of reducing both unemployment and future addiction amongst residents moving on from the charity. Drug… Continue reading Men recovering from addiction receive jobs boost thanks to The Carpenter’s Arms latest employability initiative
Hilton East Midlands Airport and Hilton Nottingham lead the way in transforming outdoor space at The Carpenter’s Arms
Generous donations of time, equipment and muscle were in abundance when Hilton East Midlands Airport, Hilton Nottingham and local legal firm Johnson Astills lent their support to the renovation of outdoor space at The Carpenter’s Arms. Our Phase 1 ‘Stepping into Recovery’ centre at Wharncliffe Road, Loughborough is where men start their substance and alcohol… Continue reading Hilton East Midlands Airport and Hilton Nottingham lead the way in transforming outdoor space at The Carpenter’s Arms
Legal firm Johnson Astills partners with The Carpenter’s Arms to help break the cycle of addiction
Leicestershire-based legal firm Johnson Astills have announced that The Carpenter’s Arms is to be their Charity of the Year. A rolling programme of support will be implemented over the coming year, starting with accredited therapy training for five support workers. Recognising the therapeutic benefit of gardening, the firm has also committed to providing 15 fruit… Continue reading Legal firm Johnson Astills partners with The Carpenter’s Arms to help break the cycle of addiction
Triumph over addiction honoured at The Carpenter’s Arms Celebration 2025
A community committed to delivering hope after addiction came together for The Carpenter’s Arms annual celebration on Friday,19th September at Trent Vineyard, Nottingham. Staff, volunteers, graduating residents and their families were joined at the event by the High Sheriff of Leicestershire Mr Stephen Bryan JP, the Mayor of Charnwood Cllr David Northage, the Police and… Continue reading Triumph over addiction honoured at The Carpenter’s Arms Celebration 2025
Loughborough College’s IT donation supports education and employment at The Carpenter’s Arms
Loughborough College are playing their part in tackling digital poverty and supporting employability with their donation of 30 refurbished laptops to The Carpenter’s Arms. It means that the 29 residents at our Six Hills property in Loughborough can access IT equipment to help support their progress towards living independently, particularly when it comes to acquiring… Continue reading Loughborough College’s IT donation supports education and employment at The Carpenter’s Arms