THE SECOND phase of a multi-million-pound business park which is expected to create more than 40 jobs has been completed.

Developer Marrtree Investments, which was founded in Bradford 80 years ago, has completed work on its flagship £5.5m Marrtree Business Park at Sowerby Gateway, close to the A1 (M) and the A19 in Thirsk.

Phase I tenants include Screwfix, Toolstation, Motor Parts Direct and Duftons Plumbing and Heating Supplies.

Now, the second phase of the development has been completed by Harrogate construction group HACS, with 10,000 sq ft of the new development already pre-let to wholesaler PJH Bathrooms.

Marrtree expects further tenants to sign up for the remaining eight units this autumn.

“Following the success of the first phase, we’re thrilled the entire scheme is now complete,” said Marrtree Investments director, William Marshall.

“We have had a huge amount of interest in the remaining units and we’re confident further tenants will come forward over the next few months to fill them.”