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We've housed Sellafield, engineering and construction contractors across West Cumbria for years. You arrive, tap in the door code, and everything is already there: a furnished room, fast Wi-Fi, a kitchen with the pots and pans, and no utility accounts to open or close.
Why contractors choose Kensley
- One weekly price, nothing else to pay: gas, electricity, water, council tax and Wi-Fi included
- Flexible stays: weeks, months, or the length of a contract, with Monday-to-Friday arrangements possible
- Fast move-in: often within days; keypad entry, no key handovers
- Close to site: Egremont is 10–15 minutes from Sellafield; Whitehaven and Workington have direct trains
- Weekly cleaning of shared areas, fresh bedding on arrival
- A local manager who answers: Gary lives here and sorts things the same day
- Company invoicing if your employer pays: see housing for your staff
Choose your base
Egremont
The shortest commute to Sellafield, about 10–15 minutes. Refurbished flats and rooms in the heart of town.
Whitehaven
The biggest choice of rooms, town-centre life, and about 25 minutes to site by car or train.
Workington
Best for Lillyhall and the north of the area, with a direct train to Sellafield.
Prices
Double rooms from £145 a week and ensuite rooms from £185 a week, all bills included. For a group of colleagues, ask about taking several rooms in one house, or a whole flat.
What contractors say
★★★★★Excellent stay with Kensley Properties. The accommodation was spotless, comfortable, and well maintained, and the team were friendly, professional, and very responsive throughout. Easy check-in, great location, and everything I needed for a stress-free stay. I will definitely stay with this company again when I travel for business in Whitehaven.
We were very apprehensive about our son moving to Cumbria to work at such a young age. However, Gary has looked after us, and him, extremely well. We even re-contracted because the service and quality of property is that good. Highly recommended!
I wasn't able to view the property in person before moving in as I was living down south, but the property was exactly as described and matched the photos. The whole process has been straightforward and hassle-free.
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Frequently asked by contractors
- Can I pay weekly? Yes, weekly or monthly by bank transfer.
- Can I leave early if the contract ends? Tell us as soon as you know and we'll work with you. We'd rather you came back next time than felt trapped.
- Is there parking? Varies by house; several have off-street spaces. Ask about the house you're interested in.
- Can my company pay? Yes, we invoice employers and agencies directly.
