Hargreaves Land as Headline Sponsor

Thursday 4th June 2026

 
 

Hargreaves Land, the regeneration and property development specialist behind East Lothian’s landmark Blindwells development, has been confirmed as Headline Sponsor of the Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

Hargreaves Land is a national land and property development company with a strong and lasting presence in East Lothian. As the master developer behind Blindwells — a flagship 1,600-home new community near Tranent, including 480 affordable homes, a new primary school, and future town centre — the company has a deep investment in the long-term growth and success of the region.

The Blindwells project is one of the most significant residential developments in Scotland, transforming a former industrial site into a sustainable, connected community for East Lothian. Hargreaves Land is a principal operating division of Hargreaves Services plc, listed on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market, with a turnover of over £150 million and a team of more than 1,500 people across the UK.

As Headline Sponsor of the MELCC Business Awards, Hargreaves Land brings with it a commitment to celebrating the ambition and talent driving the regional economy — values that sit at the heart of both the Blindwells vision and the wider Hargreaves Land purpose of connecting people and places.

Niall McLean, Development Director at Hargreaves Land, said: “Blindwells is about much more than delivering new homes; it’s about creating opportunities, supporting economic growth and building a thriving new community for East Lothian. That’s why we’re proud to become Headline Sponsor of the Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

“These awards shine a spotlight on the businesses, entrepreneurs and organisations that are driving innovation and making a positive difference across the region. We look forward to joining the Chamber in recognising and celebrating their success.”

Keith Barbour, President of the Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce said:
“We are proud to welcome Hargreaves Land as our Headline Sponsor. Their commitment to East Lothian goes far beyond bricks and mortar — Blindwells is about building a community, and that is exactly the spirit these Awards are designed to celebrate.”

ABOUT HARGREAVES LAND
Hargreaves Land is a regeneration and property development specialist and a principal operating division of Hargreaves Services plc (AIM: HSP). With a pipeline spanning the Midlands, North of England, and Scotland, the company specialises in transforming brownfield sites into sustainable places where people and businesses can thrive. Its flagship Scottish project, Blindwells in East Lothian, will deliver 1,600 homes, employment land, education facilities, and a new town centre.

For more information, visit: www.hargreavesland.com | www.blindwells.co.uk

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