Red Brick Building, Glastonbury

18/06/2026

From fly-tip to flowers 🌸

Many of you will remember that not so long ago this stretch outside Red Brick was home to a long-standing rubbish dump that had become a source of frustration and sadness for many people connected to the building and the local area.

Tomorrow, the area will be judged as part of Glastonbury in Bloom.

Whatever happens, we already feel like we've won something far more important.

What you're looking at in these photos is the result of local people rolling up their sleeves and working together. Huge thanks to Andy Denham and his fantastic team who not only led the original clear-up effort but also got the planting project underway, transforming what had become an eyesore into something full of colour and life.

A special thank you also to Andrew at Sweet Acre Nursery, who not only gave us a 50% discount on the first 20 plants but then generously donated many more besides. His kindness helped make the finishing touches to this transformation. 🩷

The project has then been lovingly continued by Red Brick tenants, with two tenants in particular faithfully watering the flowers throughout the season to help everything flourish.

This didn't happen because of a big budget or a grand plan. It happened because people cared.

Over recent months we've seen volunteers, tenants, local families and community members come together in ways that have genuinely inspired us. What was once a neglected corner has become a colourful welcome to the Red Brick Building and a reminder of what can happen when people work together.

If there was a Glastonbury in Bloom award for determination, community spirit and sheer transformation, we'd like to think this project would be in with a chance! 😊 Perhaps they need a special category for "Most Improved"!

Thank you to everyone who has helped make it happen. We are incredibly grateful.

🌸🌼🌺

05/06/2026

A little Red Brick update 😊

Over the past few weeks we've shared some of the practical work taking place around the building, from garden clear-ups and site improvements to lots of behind-the-scenes activity.

Alongside that, there has also been a huge amount of work going on around governance, finances, communications, partnerships and planning for the future.

The café remains a major priority moving forwards and we are hopeful about gradually bringing more warmth, activity and community energy back into the space again over time.

There's still plenty of work ahead, but we're encouraged by the support we've received and the positive conversations now taking place.

The BBC recently featured an update on Red Brick's recovery journey, which you can read here:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1729wyp87wo

Thank you to everyone who has supported, volunteered for and believed in Red Brick over recent months. The atmosphere around the building already feels very different to even a few months ago, and we are hopeful about what can slowly be rebuilt together from here ✨

A new board is working on a recovery plan and is confident they can save it.

31/05/2026

A little behind-the-scenes Red Brick update 🧱

The tidy-up continues!

Over the last few weeks tenants have been gradually tackling different areas around the building, including the café terrace and gardens.

There's still plenty to do, but bit-by-bit we're creating a more welcoming space and bringing some life back into areas that have been neglected for a while.

A huge thank you to everyone who has been rolling up their sleeves and helping out. Every hour volunteered makes a difference.

There are lots of conversations and plans quietly taking shape behind the scenes at the moment too. Nothing to announce just yet, but we're excited about what the coming months may bring 😊

Thank you, too, to everyone who has supported, encouraged and cheered Red Brick on over recent months. It really is appreciated.

Onwards, one step at a time!

27/05/2026

A little Red Brick update 😊

There is still a huge amount of work happening behind the scenes at the moment, so forgive us for being a bit quiet of late. Slowly and steadily things are beginning to move forwards again.

Lots of conversations, practical rebuilding work and future planning are now taking place around the building, from improving systems and communications to workshops, events, collaborations and longer-term sustainability.

The café remains a major priority moving forwards and we are hopeful about gradually bringing more warmth, activity and community energy back into the space again over time.

Thank you genuinely to everyone who has supported, volunteered for and believed in Red Brick during such a difficult chapter. The atmosphere around the building already feels very different to even a few months ago and we are hopeful about what can slowly be rebuilt together from here ✨

05/05/2026

💙 Blue Lias Stone – approx. 1 ton – £100 💙
Left over from our recent clean-up and ready for a new home!

It’s solid, characterful stone and a bargain at £100 (ono) for the lot (approx. 1 ton).

Would love to see it put to good use rather than sitting here... first come, first served! Collection only.

Let us know if interested! 😊

We have a few last bits to resolve at the site but we have a plan! And also a lovely surprise coming soon so watch this space!

02/05/2026

📢 Shareholders – please help us reach you...

We’re currently missing email contact details for a number of shareholders and want to make sure everyone receives important updates ahead of the AGM on 11th May.

If you are an RBB shareholder and haven’t been receiving emails from us, please get in touch with your current contact details so we can include you.

You can email us here: [email protected]

Thank you for helping us keep everyone informed. 🙏

01/05/2026

✨ Sometimes the before and after really says it all…

What an incredible effort this has been, the transformation is just amazing, and it’s all down to sheer hard work, determination, and community spirit 💛

Thanks to your generosity, the fundraiser organised by Andy Denham has reached an amazing £2,570 which is just incredible. Unfortunately, the final costs have come in higher than expected (as these things so often do!), so we’re still a little short.

If you’ve been following along, cheering us on, or feel moved by what’s being created here, any further support - big or small would really help us cover the remaining costs and keep things moving forward. 🙏

https://gofund.me/19fa6241f

Thank you so much for everything so far, every thumbs up, comment or your support, it truly means a lot ✨

28/04/2026

❤️ Thanks BBC Somerset

About 40 people help clear the rubbish which has built up over the past three years.

27/04/2026

What an absolutely incredible day 💚

Huge, heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came down and got stuck in, the effort, energy and teamwork was just amazing. A full day’s effort from 8am right through to 6pm, and what a transformation it’s been. What’s been achieved in one day is honestly incredible 👏

A special shoutout to Andy Denham, wife Nicky and Denham family for making this happen and to all the Glastonbury litter pickers, Sleek Easy, many other volunteers, Red Brick community, Councillor Ewan Cameron, Mike Pople, Somerset Waste Partnership and Glastonbury Skips who showed up, rolled up their sleeves and got the job done. (If we've missed anyone please let us know in the comments and we can add you in) We even had BBC Somerset show up to find out what we were up to!

From a huge pile of rubble and waste to a clear, open space ready for a fresh start… this is what community looks like 💪

We couldn’t have done it without every single one of you.

Thank you 🙌

26/04/2026

We’re nearly there… and this is the final call for volunteers for our Clean Up Day! 🌿✨

A huge thank you to Andy Denham and all the helpers for making this happen, the support so far has been amazing! And, a massive thank you to everyone who has donated; we’ve now reached an amazing £1,430! 🙌

We’ll be starting from 8am tomorrow, but it’s completely flexible, people are dropping in and out all day, so even a short bit of time makes a real difference.

Whether it’s 30 minutes or a few hours, every pair of hands makes a difference. It’s a great chance to come together, meet others, and help make the space look and feel its best again.

👉 Just turn up when you can, all help is genuinely appreciated.
👉 If you have them, please bring gloves and hi-vis.

Let’s make it a great one 💚