News from the park
How taking a 360 degree view is helping us all stay well for another year
2024 has arrived and we have another busy year in store for the Quorum community! Find out more about what we have been working on and what we want to achieve in the year ahead.
Flexible Ticket Options for 2024
A round up of flexible ticketing options to get staff to and from Quorum Park, as hybrid working increases we’re looking at how to support workers make savings,
The next step of our renewable energy journey
As part of our Net Zero Energy Masterplan, Shelborn Asset Management has signed an exclusive renewable energy deal which will prioritise localised energy markets. Under the terms of the 12-month deal, which starts from 1st December, Quorum Park will be able to secure electricity from 100% renewable sources.
Pumpkin Waste Reaches Scary Heights!
With 20 Million Pumpkins ending up in landfill annually, we’ve come up with some suggestions how to make the most of your pumpkins - homegrown or shop bought, we have some ideas to keep your Halloween waste free.
You don’t need to be Daft As A Brush to lend a hand at Quorum
We jumped at the chance to help Brian Burnie, founder of North East charity Daft as a Brush Cancer Patient Care, as he embarks on his annual hamper giveaway for thousands of staff, volunteers and supporters.
Investing in Mental Health First Aid
Several members of the Quorum Park community recently completed a certified course approved by Public Health England to help them find the confidence to step in and support people experiencing mental health issues.
Getting to know – Claire Lusk
Events Manager Claire Lusk has been an important member of the Quorum team for 7 years and this month in our ‘Getting to Know’ series, we have been chatting to Claire about her role and her life outside of the workplace.
Getting to know - Colin Abdu
In our ‘Getting to Know’ series, we are meeting members of our team to find out a little more about them and what they do here at Quorum. We are lucky to have a fantastic team who work hard all year round to make Quorum a great place to work.
We’re helping more team members to go wild!
Three members of our team have gained professional development certificates in re-wilding this month, so they can help the park’s biodiversity to thrive, and pass on their new knowledge and skills to others.
More routes serving Quorum Park than ever from this month
From this week, the Q Express Zone is now served by three Stagecoach services, plus an additional three Go North East buses, making it even easier for our workplace community get to and from Quorum each day.
How to Cultivate a Blooming Office Park: Tips for a Spectacular Cut Flower Garden
Are you ready to add a burst of colour and joy to your home garden or maybe your workspace? Here at Quorum Park have successfully grown a thriving cut flower space as part of our Allotment and Community Garden and we’re excited to share our tips and tricks with you.
Top Employee Award for Quorum’s AND-E
Huge congratulations to Quorum Park’s AND-E on scooping a top industry award. The insurance group, which has based a significant part of its UK operations at Quorum for over 7 years, has seen its credentials as one of the best businesses to work for over the last 12 months reaffirmed after winning the ‘Best Employer in the Large Insurer’ category at the 2023 Insurance Post Awards.
The sheepish visitors flocking to Quorum this summer!
It’s no secret that we’re big fans of art at Quorum Park and collectively, support many local good causes. But did you know we’ve been hiding a flock of 115 painted sheep for the last few months, all in the name of charity?
Getting to know – Jamie Baldridge
Our Director of Park Services, Jamie Baldridge, has been part of the Quorum team for over 13 years and this month in our ‘Getting to Know’ series, we have been chatting to Jamie about his role and his life outside of the workplace.
New eatery brings taste of Italy to Quorum
A new Italian kitchen has opened its doors to the Quorum community and is hoping to expand its team over the coming weeks.
Getting to know – Laura McGrath
In our ‘Getting to Know’ series, we are meeting members of the Quorum team to find out more about them and their role. This month we have been chatting to Laura, our Sustainability & Community Director who has been working onsite for nearly 10 years!
Embrace the Wild: 30 Days of Rewilding Your Garden and Green Spaces
As we dive headfirst into the Wildlife Trust’s 30 Days Wild campaign, it’s time to unlock the untamed beauty in our own green spaces.
Quorum Allotment bursts back into life this Spring
Our volunteer open day celebrated the start of a great summer for the Quorum Allotment.
Getting to know – Ellis Nixon
In our ‘Getting to Know’ series, we are meeting members of our team to find out a little more about them and what they do here at Quorum. We are lucky to have a fantastic team who work hard all year round to make Quorum a great place to work.
Getting to know – Hannah Walker
At Quorum, we have a dedicated and talented team who work hard all year round to make the Park an engaging and attractive place to work. In our ‘Getting to Know’ series, we are finding out about their interests & the roles they play as part of the Quorum team.