A construction company behind some of Lancashire’s most recognisable builds is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Kirkam-based Warden Construction looks has marked the milestone with a celebration event attended by over 90 current and former employees. The guests, which included relatives of the company’s founder, came together in Preston to mark seven decades since the business was established in May 1954.
The history of Warden Construction In 1954, Robert Kenworthy left his job as managing director of a large regional building contractor to set up Warden Builders Supplies Ltd. The company supplied building materials and construction plant to large construction companies and initially provided gravel, stone and excavators for runway building projects throughout England.