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Dec 2024
Business Breakfast: Harrogate developer starts work on £3.5m project
Harrogate-based Marrtree Investments have started construction work on £3.5 million business units at Calder Park near Wakefield.
Marrtree Business Park Wakefield, which consists of a nine-unit 40,000 sq ft development, will be the developer’s 23rd employment site across the north of England, with completion scheduled for June 2025.
The development will provide a warehouse, industrial and trade counter space across nine units of between 3,500 sq ft and 5,000 sq ft.
The firm recently completed a £4.5m 27,000 sq ft business park and Starbucks drive thru at Clifton Moor in York earlier this year.
Marrtree Investments director William Marshall said:
Calder Park is a really great location for our brand of modern, ergonomic business space.
Demand for really good quality space of this size, like our product, continues to outstrip supply and not surprisingly, we have seen excellent levels of interest so far. As with our previous developments, such as the 70,000 sq ft Sowerby Gateway site at Thirsk, we expect demand to be high for the units at Marrtree Business Park Wakefield, with the prospect of around 100 jobs being created.
Organisations currently based at Calder Park include National Highways, Taylor Wimpey Homes, West Yorkshire Police and Minster Law.
Marrtree Investments director George Marshall added:
We have also worked really hard on the environmental credentials of this new development, which is next to a 100-acre nature reserve.
We have incorporated solar panels on the roofs of the units as well as EV charging points, and we are excited that it’s a location that enables people to cycle to work safely and easily.
Newcastle-based STP Construction has been appointed as the main contractor for the construction of the new business park, with the Leeds offices of Savills, and GV & Co appointed as letting agents.
Jo Sutton receives the traditional President’s Crook from Tockwith Show secretary Chris Lightley at the AGM.
Tockwith Show announces new president for 2025
Jo Sutton has been chosen to be the Tokwith Show’s President for 2025.
Ms Sutton is the owner of Joywyns Pet and Country food store just outside Wetherby, and her company is also the main sponsor for the show.
She said:
The offer of becoming president came totally out of the blue, but I had absolutely no hesitation in accepting it. Tockwith Show has always had a real sense of community. I remember how excited I was when I competed as a child, so this is a real honour.
I’m delighted to see that the show is going ahead once again, particularly at a time when so many similar shows in the region are being forced to close. It really highlights the importance of the farming community to this region, and it’s also a really fun day out for thousands of people.
She has chosen to support two local charity organisations during her year in office: Saint Michael’s Hospice in Harrogate and the Yorkshire Children’s Charity.
James Andrews, Mark Robins, Tom Ryder, Tony Oxley and Carolyn Black
Wealth management firm makes £5,000 donation
Redmayne Bentley, independent wealth management firm has donated a £5,000 sponsorship commitment to the sports academy at Harrogate Grammar School.
James Andrews, partner and director at Redmayne Bentley said:
This sponsorship aligns perfectly with our commitment to fostering talent and giving back to the community. Harrogate was our first location after our head office in Leeds. Next year is our 150th year and, despite now having close to 30 locations across the UK, the town remains a key location as we continue to grow the business and our clients’ wealth.
Tom Ryder, director of sport for Harrogate Grammar School, said:
The support of Redmayne Bentley is invaluable in supporting all students who wish to be part of the academy. This funding unlocks barriers and creates opportunities for very talented future athletes.
Rudding Park staff collecting the award
Rudding Park recognised in regional awards
Rudding Park has been recognised at a regional awards ceremony.
Yorkshire and Humberside Family Business Awards 2024 took place on November 22 and was organised by The Family Business Community.
Rudding Park was named best hotel in the tourism trailblazer category.
Matthew Mackaness, Rudding Park managing director said:
Winning this award is a testament to the hard work and passion of our entire team. It’s 52 years since my grandfather took ownership of Rudding Park and we opened our immersive dining restaurant, Fifty Two earlier this year. Looking to the future we have exciting plans for a golf and country club as we continue to build a legacy for future generations.
1. Karen Prins, Chief Operating Officer, with colleagues collecting the award.
Duchy Hospital recognised at national awards
Staff and doctors at the Duchy Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, have been recognised at the Laing Buisson Awards in London.
Judges noted that the Duchy Hospital and Circle Health Group “showcased an excellent growth story” and “achieved market-leading outcomes that significantly improves patient access and affordability".
This is the second time in four years that the Duchy Hospital has been recognised as one of the UK’s leading hospitals.
Paolo Pieri, chief executive of Circle Health Group, said:
I am incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by the staff and doctors at the Duchy Hospital.
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