Tillicoultry Quarries acquire Middleton Aggregates
Company continues to strengthen position as a trusted supplier of construction materials across the UK
TILLICOULTRY Quarries, one of the UK’s leading family-owned suppliers of aggregates and construction materials, have acquired Middleton Aggregates, a well-established sand and gravel business based in East Anglia, through a share-purchase agreement.
Founded in 1986 by John Lemon and his sons David and Peter, Middleton Aggregates operate four sites across East Anglia, supplying high-quality sand and gravel, clay, and recycling activities to the regional construction market. The acquisition includes all four operational sites and secures valuable sand and gravel reserves, creating vertical integration for Tillicoultry Quarries in their regional operations.
The move marks another important milestone for Tillicoultry Quarries as they continue to invest in their long-term growth and reserves, strengthening their position as a trusted supplier of construction materials across the UK. With the addition of Middleton Aggregates’ sites, the business enhances its geographic footprint and expands its product capabilities, ensuring quality and service for customers.
The deal sees all 46 employees of Middleton Aggregates join the Tillicoultry Quarries team, bringing total staff numbers to more than 400 across the wider group.
Wallace Menzies, managing director of Tillicoultry Quarries, commented: ‘Middleton Aggregates is a business I have long admired, and I’ve known Peter and the team for many years. I’m pleased that they’ve trusted us to carry the business forward. Their reputation in the region is outstanding, and the acquisition provides a great opportunity to combine our strengths. We look forward to working with the existing team to maximize the potential of both businesses and continue delivering the quality and service customers expect.’
Peter Lemon, managing director of Middleton Aggregates, added: ‘This marks an exciting new chapter for Middleton Aggregates. We are proud of the business we have built, and I am confident that in joining forces with Tillicoultry Quarries, who share our values and vision, we are securing a strong future for our employees, customers, and suppliers. It will very much be business as usual, with enhanced opportunities ahead.’
