At Freeman Retirement Living we have a growing number of awards for design, innovation and sustainability which is testament to our dedication to excellence and quality. We were recognised as a 5 Star Home Builder by the Home Builders Federation in 2026 and awarded an industry ‘Oscar’ for Small Housebuilder of the Year at the prestigious WhatHouse? Awards.
The Best Small Housebuilder award was given in recognition of Freeman's collections in Gloucestershire and Herefordshire. Our exceptional developments prioritise space, style, and sustainability in unrivalled countryside locations.
The judges commended Freeman Retirement Living for being "...another family-owned business shining a light on the quality of SMEs across the UK."
"The positive business environment starts from the team culture, collaborative and empowering. In a nice touch, the company has Who’s Who posters across its locations of colleagues – all 106 employee faces at the time of the Awards. This commitment to staff engagement extends to trainee and apprenticeship opportunities and personal and professional development for everyone, giving employees the chance to flourish and succeed. Sustainability is Freeman's creed, while communication and events all play their part, backed up by a company Wellness Charter."
