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Glen to Open Bristol Head Office in Support of Sands
Glen Group is delighted to be opening the doors of its Bristol Head Office on Thursday 1 October 2026 for a special Open Day in support of Sands, our chosen charity partner for 2026. The event will bring together Glen colleagues, clients, suppliers and friends for an enjoyable day of connection, fundraising and awareness. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet members of the Glen team, learn more about our work and hear presentations about the business, our people and our
Sep 71 min read


Glen take to the court for the ICON Charity Padel Tournament
Members of the Glen Group team swapped the workplace for the padel court, taking part in the ICON Charity Padel Tournament in support of the CBRE Health & Care division and its fundraising for cancer patient journeys. Ross Barnes, Mike James, David Draycott and Sam Andrews represented Glen Group at the event, joining teams and colleagues for a day of friendly competition, teamwork and fundraising for an important cause. The tournament proved a fantastic success, with everyone
10 hours ago1 min read


Glen Group Gets Hands-On with Innovation at Craftex
Glen Group’s Robert Kennedy, David Draycott, Sam Andrews and Mike James were recently welcomed by Craftex for an Innovation Day hosted especially for the Glen team. It was a fantastic opportunity to step away from the day-to-day and spend time exploring some of the latest technology, equipment and innovations shaping the future of professional cleaning. The Craftex team put on a brilliant day, with live demonstrations, the chance to get hands-on with new solutions and plenty
4 days ago1 min read


Local Heroes - August
Each month, we shine a spotlight on the extraordinary efforts of our Local Heroes — and in 2026 we’re encouraging every member of the team to get involved. We’re delighted to continue receiving nominations from across our client sites. Silvana Aguilar Guaman ICON Group “I wanted to take a moment to share some positive feedback regarding Silvana. I have been very impressed with her attention to detail — the cleaning standards across the centre have improved significantly, and
5 days ago1 min read


Glen to Exhibit at the CBRE Supplier Partner Event
Glen Group is delighted to be attending the CBRE Supplier Partner Event 2026, taking place at the iconic Old Billingsgate in London on Thursday 24 September. Following a fantastic event in 2025, we are looking forward to returning for another day of collaboration, conversation and innovation – and you’ll find the Glen team at Stand 60. This year’s event is centred around “The Power of Partnerships”, celebrating the role strong, long-term relationships play in driving innovati
6 days ago1 min read


Glen visits Make It Wild
On a glorious sunny day in August, Glen Group visited Rowan Tree Farm in Derbyshire — the site where 2,000 trees have been planted as part of Glen Group’s carbon offsetting commitment to help reduce the company’s impact on the environment. It was a day of interest, activity and adventure. Glen Group heard from the landowners about the history of family-owned Rowan Tree Farm in the Peak District — the plans to plant more trees, their partnership with Make It Wild, and the chal
Sep 32 min read


Safeguarding update: schools prepare for KCSIE 2026
We are aware that schools across England are preparing for the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026 guidance, which comes into force from 1 September 2026. The updated statutory guidance reinforces the message that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and introduces several important changes for schools and their service partners — which we will be ensuring our returning employees are aware of as part of our refresher training. Areas of focus include •
Sep 11 min read


How Technology Supports Consistent Cleaning Standards at Glen Group
Delivering consistently high cleaning standards across multiple sites requires clear communication, accurate information and effective quality management. At Glen Group Ltd, technology supports our teams by providing greater visibility across our operations and helping us respond quickly to the changing needs of each site. Supporting Our Teams with Pego Pego provides a central platform for managing important aspects of service delivery. It helps improve communication between
Aug 282 min read


Celebrating Our Four-Legged Colleagues on National Dog Day
To celebrate National Dog Day, we’re shining the spotlight on three very special members of the extended Glen Group team: Frank, Digby and Lark. Frank the office Wellbeing Manager Frank the French Bulldog holds the important title of Glen Group’s Wellbeing Manager. With his friendly personality and calming presence, Frank is always ready to raise a smile, offer companionship and remind everyone to take a well-earned break. Lark and Digby He is joined by Digby and Lark, who i
Aug 271 min read


Preparing Education Sites for the New Academic Year
As schools, colleges and universities prepare to welcome students back, Glen Group teams across the country are working hard to ensure education environments are clean, safe and ready for the new academic year. The summer period provides an important opportunity to complete detailed cleaning that can be more difficult to undertake during term time. This can include deep cleaning classrooms, communal areas, washrooms, dining facilities and high-touch surfaces, alongside specia
Aug 251 min read


Thanks to our July Local Heroes
Every day, individuals across our teams go above and beyond, making a real difference at work and in our wider community. We’ve been celebrating our Local Heroes for four years, and each of them exemplifies the values we stand for at Glen. Each month, your managers shine a spotlight on the extraordinary efforts of our Local Heroes — and in 2026 we’re encouraging every member of the team to get involved. We’re delighted to continue receiving nominations from across our client
Aug 173 min read


Congratulations to everyone with a service anniversary in July
🏅 5 Years’ Service Georgina Davies Neida Products Ltd Vanda De Gouveia Freitas Newcastle Children’s Centre Brita Todd Sopra Steria (Newcastle) Susan Giess King Edward VI High School James Hill Bromford Housing June Baker K&N DFC Donnington Jasmin Gahlot Theale Library Isabella Treanor Anker Valley Primary & Tamworth Library Rebecca Djan TT Milton Keynes DC Brian Man K&N Liverpool Christine Phillips Chagford Library 🌟 10 Years’ Service Linda Lawton King Edward VI High School
Aug 171 min read
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