Hearts FC | Partnerships | Macklin Motors

Proud to Partner with Hearts

Macklin Motors are proud to partner with Scottish Premiership side, Heart of Midlothian FC.

Hearts have a long and established history, having been one of the founding members of the Scottish Football League, which began in 1890. They are the oldest club in Edinburgh and have a fierce rivalry with city neighbours Hibernian FC.

We’re joining their journey for the 2022/23 season - are you?

See you at Tynecastle Park.

Capturing the Hearts of a Nation

Hearts found inspiration for their namesake from the historical Old Tolbooth (or tax-house) on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, which served as a meeting place for Parliament, the Town Council, the Privy Council, and the High Court. The club's crest is based on the mosaic located outside the now demolished building.

The team were formed in 1874 and have been on quite a journey since then. They have won the Scottish Championship 4 times, the Scottish Cup 8 times, the Scottish League Cup 4 times - as well as battling some darker periods with financial uncertainty.

The Jam Tarts

Hearts have a dedicated following, who are often referred to as the 'Jambos' in reference to the clubs' nickname, The Jam Tarts. This originated from the First World War, when Edinburgh-based soldiers adopted Cockney rhyming slang from their southern army comrades!

Hearts have played their home fixtures at Tynecastle Park, in the Gorgie area of Edinburgh, since 1866. The stadium has a capacity of 20,099 and is widely considered to be one of the country's most atmospheric arenas.

Giving Back to the Fans

Football is a way of life for Hearts supporters - having backed their team through thick and thin, we understand the importance of the club to its people.

In 2013 the club were on the brink - having filed for administration, their future was in doubt. However, following a period of upheaval, in 2021 the Jam Tarts were taken over by the Foundation of Hearts Supporters Trust - a group of 8,000 dedicated fans with the club's best interests at heart. They are now the largest fan owned club in the United Kingdom and are looking forward to a brighter future.

Our partnership allows us to give back to the people of Edinburgh, through various initiatives such as signed giveaways and match day sponsorship packages.

A Common Goal

"This is a fantastic opportunity to raise the profile of Macklin Motors through a partnership with the two Edinburgh football clubs. Both have had excellent seasons, with a cup final and promotion to the Scottish Premiership.

"Like many other sectors, sport has been hit by the pandemic and to forge partnerships with these two high-profile football clubs will be mutually beneficial."

Robert Forrester

Chief Executive, Macklin Motors

"Heart of Midlothian extends a warm welcome to Macklin Motors as an Official Club Partner. We are proud to partner a company whose brand stands for quality, customer care and top-quality service and are confident that our fans will respond well to such a reputable brand. We look forward to working with the Macklin Motors team in Scotland in the seasons ahead and to boosting their brand and profile in our highly engaged supporter base."