Swans seen on busy road settling into new home at Blindwells

Swan parents and eight cygnets were found making their way along the A198, near Meadowmill, earlier this month.

A number of concerned motorists highlighted the issue and the birds were rescued by the Scottish SPCA.

Now, the family has found a home at Prince’s Loch in nearby Blindwells.

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Brian Cranston, clerk of works at Hargreaves, landowner at Blindwells, was pleased to say the swans and their nine cygnets appeared to be settling into their new home.

He said: “As you are aware, the Scottish SPCA rounded them up and put them into Blindwells.

“It was the closest water area.

“So, I have been feeding them and checking on them every day.

“They are looking well and thriving.

“They are making themselves at home!”

A family of swans spotted wandering along a busy road have found a new home

Blindwells, between Tranent, Port Seton and Longniddry, will eventually be home to thousands of people with permission in place for 1,600 homes.

A primary school for more than 400 children is also under construction.

Prince’s Loch is located to the north of the site.

Mr Cranston told the Courier the loch was fenced off and away from people and dogs.

He added: “There were people who were concerned that the pond at Blindwells was only a new pond and not established but, because it is within a construction site, we have planted a lot of plants round it.

“It is well established and there is a lot of natural food for the swans.”

A family of swans spotted wandering along a busy road have found a new home

The swans were previously found on the ponds within the golf course at nearby Seton Sands.

Liz Clark, of Cockenzie and Port Seton Community Council, regularly fed the animals at their former home and visited Blindwells to see how they were adjusting to their new pad.

She said: “I think it looks a good environment from what I can see.

“Certainly, Hargreaves are more than prepared to put themselves out to make sure they are looked after and not in any danger.”