News Nurture Group awarded Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award Date: 17th July 2026 Share: Nurture Group is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award – the Ministry of Defence’s highest recognition for employers demonstrating exceptional and sustained support for the Armed Forces community. The Gold Award recognises organisations that go beyond their Armed Forces Covenant commitments by creating Forces-friendly workplaces where veterans, Reservists, military families and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers are supported to succeed. This year, Nurture Group is one of just 162 organisations across the UK to receive the prestigious award. A commitment that goes beyond the award Receiving Gold reflects the work Nurture Group has undertaken over the past 20 months to strengthen its support for the Armed Forces community. This has included enhancing HR policies for Reservists, building partnerships with Armed Forces recruitment organisations, promoting Forces-friendly careers, supporting Defence charities and raising awareness of the Armed Forces Covenant across the business. The award also recognises Nurture Group’s ongoing commitment to attracting the valuable skills, leadership and resilience that service personnel bring to civilian careers. It also reflects the expectations of many of the Group’s defence sector clients, who look to work with organisations that demonstrate a genuine and lasting commitment to the Armed Forces community. A proud part of our heritage Supporting the Armed Forces community is closely linked to Nurture Group’s history. Following the acquisition of Gavin Jones in 2018, the Group inherited a remarkable legacy. Colonel Gavin Jones founded the business in 1919 after returning from military service, building a company that would become one of the UK’s most respected landscaping businesses. Today, that connection continues through Nurture Group’s commitment to supporting veterans, Reservists and military families as they transition into rewarding civilian careers. The Gold Award is an important milestone, and we remain committed to building on this achievement by creating opportunities for the Armed Forces community and championing the values they bring to our business. Related content Nurture celebrates Green Flag Award success across multiple managed sites Nurture is proud to celebrate Green Flag Award success across multiple managed sites, recognising the dedication of our teams in creating and maintaining exceptional green spaces across the UK. Learn more about Nurture celebrates Green Flag Award success across multiple managed sites Driving Operational Sustainability: Nurture Group’s EV Journey With more than 2,000 vehicles operating nationwide, Nurture Group is continuing to expand its use of electric vehicles as part of its wider sustainability strategy. Discover how the business is balancing operational demands with long-term carbon reduction goals through fleet electrification, infrastructure investment and innovation. Learn more about Driving Operational Sustainability: Nurture Group’s EV Journey CPRE Show Garden Wins Gold and RHS Garden of the Year at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show Learn more about CPRE Show Garden Wins Gold and RHS Garden of the Year at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show The Seam opens in Barnsley, showcasing high-quality public realm delivery Gavin Jones was proud to attend the official opening of The Seam in Barnsley, a landmark development that is already making a strong visual and functional impact on the local environment. Learn more about The Seam opens in Barnsley, showcasing high-quality public realm delivery Nurture Landscapes wins double gold at the Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best Practice Two Nurture Landscapes maintained sites are celebrating international success after winning Gold Environment Awards in this year’s Green Apple Awards, the global initiative recognising outstanding environmental best practice. Learn more about Nurture Landscapes wins double gold at the Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best Practice Nurture Landscapes’ Ahtraeo Punter named in Pro Landscaper’s 30 Under 30: The Next Generation 2025 We are delighted to share that Ahtraeo Punter, Assistant Contracts Manager at Nurture Landscapes, has been recognised in Pro Landscaper’s prestigious 30 Under 30: The Next Generation awards. This accolade highlights the most impressive young talent in the landscaping industry and celebrates Ahtraeo’s dedication, leadership, and vision for the sector. Learn more about Nurture Landscapes’ Ahtraeo Punter named in Pro Landscaper’s 30 Under 30: The Next Generation 2025
