Lewis is a cut above

By Ged Henderson

09 Oct 2019

3238-lancashire-winner-lewis-cullen-centre-with-redrow-regional-chief-exec-chris-lilley-left-former-professional-footballer-joe-thompson-right.jpg

APPRENTICE joiner Lewis Cullen is celebrating after nailing one of the top accolades in homebuilder Redrow’s ‘Apprentice Excellence Awards’.

Lewis, 20, has been named Apprentice of the Year for the Chorley-based Lancashire division after excelling on sites across the region.

He was one of 24 apprentices recognised at the annual event for their dedication and enthusiasm for their chosen skill.

Lewis said: “I was overwhelmed with joy to get the award, not least because it is a recognition of my hard work and the pride I take when I am doing my job.

“I have been encouraged along the way by my parents, my contractors and Redrow, and it marks a big step forward in my plans to get on in life and do well.”

Training for his Level 2 NVQ in joinery, Lewis is now in his third year as an apprentice with Redrow. He joined the company at the age of 18.

Following in both his parents’ footsteps to get a trade – dad Daniel was a tiler and mum Angela studied joinery for two years – Lewis had always wanted to go into the construction industry.

“I did construction in secondary school and have always wanted to go into it since,” he explained. “I like working outdoors, I like the relationship with the lads on site and I enjoy my job, and that sense of achievement when you see something being created in front of you that you’ve played a big part in.”

Lewis has worked on several Redrow developments, more recently The Grange at Yew Tree Park, Burscough, Oak Leigh Gardens in Barrow, near Clitheroe, and Sanderling Park in Formby.  He works with contractor Bob Joyce of R J Joinery.

Lewis plans to get a few more years of experience under his belt before progressing, he hopes, onto the management ladder with Redrow.

Karen Jones, group HR director for Redrow, said: “It is wonderful to see apprentices doing well and going on to successful careers, and we are delighted to have played our part. But the praise goes to them and in particular those like Lewis who go above and beyond what it expected of them to ensure they do a great job.”

 

Redrow Lancashire’s Apprentice of the Year winner Lewis Cullen (centre) is pictured here with Redrow regional chief executive Chris Lilley (left) and former professional footballer Joe Thompson (right).

Enjoyed this? Read more from Ged Henderson

Latest news

1

Financial Affairs support the Red Rose Award winners' reception Networking photograph

Financial Affairs support the Red Rose Award winners' reception

24 Apr 2025

2

Lancaster University unveils cutting-edge computing and cyber security facilities Head of Lancaster University's School of Computing and Communications Professor Nigel Davies, Chris Ensor, Vice-Chancellor Professor Andy Schofield and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Engagement) Professor Sarah Kemp

Lancaster University unveils cutting-edge computing and cyber security facilities

24 Apr 2025

3

Northcote announces new owners Alf and Clare Ellis as Lisa Goodwin-Allen returns as chef patron-director Craig Bancroft and Lisa Goodwin-Allen

Northcote announces new owners Alf and Clare Ellis as Lisa Goodwin-Allen returns as chef patron-director

24 Apr 2025

4

Major shareholder makes Inspired takeover bid inspired-500x500.png

Major shareholder makes Inspired takeover bid

23 Apr 2025

5

Nominate your favourite family-run business in Lancashire. Thompsons meeting (1).png.png

Nominate your favourite family-run business in Lancashire.

22 Apr 2025

Pc Prestonmacan Gif980x120 March
Background image for hub sign up block

LBV Hub

Leverage Lancashire Business View platforms

Post your news
Post your events
Post your offers
Build your network
Improve your SEO
Gain coverage in the magazine
Sign-up
Events
LBV122 May/June Launch Event
121 Lancashire Business View Magazine Launch
Networking
21 May 2025

LBV122 May/June Launch Event

Lancaster and Morecambe College, Lancaster, LA1 2TY

08:30 - 10:30

Sub36 Networking
Networking
11 Jun 2025

Sub36 Networking

British Jewellery School, Scorton, PR3 1BA

15:00 - 17:00

Lancashire Net Zero Carbon Conference
Net Zero Carbon Social 1200px 2
Networking
18 Jun 2025

Lancashire Net Zero Carbon Conference

Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort, Burnley, BB12 0RT

08:30 - 13:00

Lancashire Built Environment Conference 2025
BEC 315 X 315 Px
Networking
25 Sep 2025

Lancashire Built Environment Conference 2025

Blackpool Football Club, Blackpool, FY1 6HX

08:30 - 13:00

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course

Preston Campus, Preston , PR1 2HE

09:00 - 17:00

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course

Preston Campus, Preston, PR1 2HE

08:00 - 17:00

RISE - The Academy for Female Leaders and Managers
WENDY BOWERS RISE Illustrstion copy.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
02 Apr 2025 - 08 Oct 2025

RISE - The Academy for Female Leaders and Managers

East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, Clayton le Moors, BB5 5JR

09:00 - 15:30

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: April
1.png.png
LBV Hub Networking
25 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: April

Society1, Coworking Space, Preston, PR1 3LT

10:00 - 11:30

People Power: Exclusive Event Series
Stay ahead in 2025.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
29 Apr 2025 - 29 Apr 2025

People Power: Exclusive Event Series

People's History Museum, Manchester, M3 3ER

17:00 - 21:00

Planning for the future + navigating Inheritance Tax changes
Planning for the future + navigating Inheritance Tax changes for website.png.png
LBV Hub Seminars
01 May 2025 - 01 May 2025

Planning for the future + navigating Inheritance Tax changes

Stanley House Hotel, Mellor, Blackburn, BB2 7NP, Blackburn, BB2 7NP

08:00 - 10:30

A night at the races
1.png.png
LBV Hub Dinners / Balls
02 May 2025 - 02 May 2025

A night at the races

Morecambe FC, Morecambe, LA4 4TB

19:00 - 23:59

Advantage: AI – A Workshop for Business Leaders – May 2
EV-land-2025-05B.png.png
LBV Hub Seminars
02 May 2025 - 02 May 2025

Advantage: AI – A Workshop for Business Leaders – May 2

Door4 Office, Burnley Wharf, Manchester Road, Burnley, BB11 1JG

09:00 - 11:00

Advertise with us

Reaching 50,000 members, our print, digital and event platforms offer a fantastic way to raise your business profile and help you grow.

Find out more Lbv121 Online Graphic
Subscribe now

Weekly news bulletin