Glencar Construction

31/07/2026

A fantastic fundraising effort from the team at our London Leyton Logistics Hub project. 👏

The site team recently organised a charity raffle in support of Dementia UK, raising more than £1,445 through ticket sales and generous donations from across the project.

With additional funding from the Glencar Foundation, the final total reached an incredible £2,445.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and to our supply chain partners for generously donating prizes and contributing directly to the fundraising:

Westcoat | Falcon Green | Envirolec Smart Energy Solutions | Churchill Scaffolding Limited | AF Connell Ltd | AAA | GeoRoof Limited | Vipen Construction | Stortford Tiling and Marble Ltd | Entex Projects | Multitech Site Services | ATE | AFC M&E | ICAT Logistics

The raffle featured some brilliant prizes, including Tottenham Hotspur tickets, gift vouchers, a hamper, a golf day and plenty more.

A great example of what can be achieved when our teams and supply chain come together to support an important cause.

29/07/2026

Not every industrial asset needs replacing.

Repositioning existing logistics facilities is fast becoming the smart alternative to building new - boosting performance, sustainability, and occupier appeal while extending the life of valuable assets.

Delivered on behalf of Prologis UK, DC2 at Prologis Wellingborough Victoria Park saw Glencar transform a 355,000 sq. ft logistics asset into a modern, high-performing distribution hub, marking our fifth successful project with the client.

Key upgrades included:

✅ Full Cat A office refurbishment
✅ Modern M&E, VRV heating/cooling, and LED lighting
✅ Roof-mounted 80kW solar PV array & EV charging infrastructure
✅ Brand-new sprinkler system, dock levellers, and doors
✅ Floor slab refurbishments, cladding remedials, and new rooflights
✅ Upgraded site access, refurbished gatehouse, and new barriers

The result? A future-ready facility featuring:

📦 355,000 sq. ft warehouse
🚛 26 dock doors & 6 level-access doors
🚗 265 car & 79 HGV spaces
🌱 EPC A & BREEAM Excellent rating

Industrial refurbishment, retrofit and asset repositioning are an established part of Glencar's offer, helping customers unlock greater value from existing buildings while meeting the expectations of today's occupiers.

Thank you to Prologis UK for their continued trust, and to our project partners Ridge and Partners LLP, Stephen George + Partners LLP and Burrows Graham for another successful collaborative delivery.

27/07/2026

We are proud to share that Glencar has been shortlisted for Outstanding Mid-Sized Business of the Year at the Lloyds Banking Group British Business Excellence Awards 2026.

The recognition comes during our tenth anniversary year and reflects the journey from a two-person start-up in 2016 to a business now employing more than 350 people and delivering over 250 projects across the UK and Ireland.

This shortlisting is a testament to the commitment, talent and hard work of everyone across Glencar, as well as the long-term relationships we have built with our customers, partners and supply chain.

As Chris Gleave, Co-Founder of Glencar, said:
“Being shortlisted is a fantastic achievement and particularly rewarding as we celebrate our tenth anniversary. This recognition belongs to every member of the team who has contributed to our journey.”

Winners will be announced at the Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards ceremony in London on 10 November.

Congratulations to all those shortlisted. 👏

Read more > https://www.glencar.com/news-articles/glencar-shortlisted-among-britains-leading-businesses-at-the-lloyds-british-business-excellence-awards-2026/

24/07/2026

There is an extra reason for Glencar to be cheering on Kerry GAA this weekend, with our name sharing its roots with the village of Glencar in County Kerry.

We would like to wish the Kerry team the very best of luck as they take on Mayo in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final this Sunday.

A huge occasion for the players, supporters and communities involved. Bring it home, Kerry! 💚💛

22/07/2026

A successful partnership continues.

Following the completion of Valor Park Tottenham, Glencar has once again been appointed by Valor Real Estate - this time to deliver Valor Park Enfield, a 109,031 sq ft Grade A industrial and logistics development in North London.

The scheme will combine high-quality, flexible industrial space with ambitious sustainability targets, including BREEAM Excellent, an EPC A+ rating and photovoltaic panels.

Enabling works are already underway, with completion anticipated in April 2027.

Read the full press release: https://www.glencar.com/news-articles/glencar-secures-new-industrial-development-at-valor-park-enfield/

Project partners: Valor Real Estate Partners LLP | Christopher Smith Associates | Chetwoods | Burrows Graham | Cudd Bentley Construction Ltd

Building on the successful delivery of Valor Park Tottenham, this latest project further strengthens Glencar's partnership with Valor Real Estate while delivering high-quality, sustainable industrial space, targeting BREEAM Excellent certification and an EPC A+ rating.

17/07/2026

A mountain that stands at 19,341 feet. Three colleagues determined to make a difference.

At the end of July, Barry Wilkes, James Barber and Phil Longstaff will begin their climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, raising funds for the Glencar Foundation.

The Glencar Foundation supports charitable projects, education, wellbeing initiatives and local community programmes that make a lasting difference to people's lives. Every donation will help continue that work while giving Barry, James and Phil an extra boost as they take on this incredible challenge.

If you'd like to support their fundraising, you can donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/teamglencarkilimanjaro

We're wishing the team every success as they prepare for the climb ahead!

15/07/2026

Helping young people see the opportunities available within construction starts with having the conversation.

Glencar's Social Value Manager, Denise Southard, and Construction Manager, Alan Williams MCMI, recently joined Michael Graham and Dean Taylor from Extra MSA for a 'Have Your Say' careers panel organised by Ahead Partnership.

Students from Birchwood Community High School asked thoughtful questions about career pathways, apprenticeships, work experience and the skills employers look for. The session also challenged common misconceptions, showcasing the wide range of opportunities available across the construction industry.

The feedback spoke for itself, with students saying they would now be "open to multiple career opportunities", "look at a wider variety of jobs" and had discovered "what to do if you don't know what career to choose" and "how to stand out in a job interview."

A big thank you to Ahead Partnership for organising such a valuable event, and to the students for their enthusiasm and engagement. Inspiring the next generation and helping young people make informed decisions about their futures is an important part of Glencar's commitment to creating lasting social value.

13/07/2026

It was great to see Glencar represented at the recent Build Opportunities Luton event by Denise Southard and Richard Faux, who connected with local businesses and shared more about our procurement process, social value commitments and upcoming opportunities at .

With billions of pounds of development planned and already underway in Luton, creating genuine opportunities for local businesses to engage with major projects is an important part of delivering lasting social value.

Denise also delivered a practical presentation on becoming tender-ready, helping businesses better understand our procurement process and prepare for future contract opportunities. Together, Denise and Richard spent time answering questions, sharing insight and speaking directly with local suppliers.

A huge thank you to Denise and Richard for representing Glencar, and to everyone who attended, organised and contributed to the event.

We look forward to continuing these conversations and building strong relationships with businesses across Luton.

10/07/2026

Congratulations to Glenbeigh Glencar Gaa Club on securing promotion back to Division One of the Kerry County Senior Football League.

A very successful season to date, and we wish the team every success as they prepare for the upcoming Intermediate Championship in August.

Glencar is proud to be Gold Sponsor of Glenbeigh Glencar GAA Club and to support a club that represents such a strong sense of community, commitment and local pride.

09/07/2026

We’re proud to have achieved Planet Mark Certified Business status for the fifth consecutive year, reflecting our continued commitment to independently assessed carbon measurement, reporting and reduction.

For the 2025 reporting period, Glencar achieved a 14% reduction in total measured carbon emissions and a 6% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per employee.

Alongside this, we delivered £91.5m in social value, including:

✅ £44.3m spent with UK SME suppliers
✅ 277 employment opportunities supported
✅ 44 employees receiving accredited training
✅ 228 corporate volunteering hours delivered

For us, sustainability isn’t an add-on. It is embedded into the way we deliver projects, support clients and work with our supply chain to create measurable impact.

As we continue our journey to Net Zero, we remain focused on reducing emissions, driving innovation, collaborating with our partners and creating value for future generations.