Work under way to build £12m business park

Work has started on the construction of a £12m business park which will create up to 185 jobs in Barnsley.

Kestrel Park, near the A6195 Dearne Valley Parkway, will be completed in early 2026, said developer Carnell Management Services (CMS).

It said the speculative development, which is supported by £3m of South Yorkshire's Investment Zone Funding, would provide about 77,400 sq ft of "high-quality industrial space" across seven units.

Robin Franklin, Barnsley Council's cabinet spokesperson for regeneration and culture, said: "We're looking forward to seeing the site develop, encourage business growth, provide new employment opportunities for our residents and boost our local economy."

Mr Franklin added: "Barnsley is open for business, so we're pleased to see work starting on this site, which will provide much-needed and high-quality space, and strengthens our excellent relationship with CMS.

"It's fantastic that they believe Barnsley is a place where businesses can invest and thrive."

CMS said the units would feature solar panels, EV charging points, cycle parking and LED lighting and their environmental impact would be assessed.

Enterprising Barnsley business investment manager Shaun Higginbottom said: "Kestrel Park is delivering some much-appreciated, high-quality accommodation to meet high demand in Barnsley.

"We often have enquiries for smaller units like these coming from both expanding local companies and inward investors."

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