Construction has begun on two new drive-through units at the Leaders Farm site near the A4303, marking the next phase of planned commercial growth in Lutterworth. The development follows the release of previously unused council-owned land for business use.
Councillor Harrison Fowler, cabinet member for resources, said, “It’s great to see this work underway. Seeing two popular, high-profile businesses in a popular location will bring jobs to the area and help to boost our local economy.
“We have plans and ambitions for the rest of the land at Leaders Farm in the coming years, further supporting business and employment for Lutterworth.
“This investment from the county council will ultimately see a return for the taxpayer – bringing in income every year that will be put back into vital services.”
The project will add two nationally recognised operators to the area and is expected to support more than 100 jobs across construction and future staffing. The scheme includes more than 50 parking spaces and upgrades to the nearby roundabout to support higher traffic volumes, with new pedestrian crossings planned as part of the works.
The units are scheduled for completion in spring 2026, with the businesses aiming to open shortly after the handover. The development forms part of a broader strategy to increase local employment and expand amenities around one of the district’s key transport corridors.
