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Retail property to let in CH1, from high-street shops and boutique units to larger commercial spaces ideal for cafés, service businesses, and established retail brands.

More details for 7 Frodsham St, Chester - Retail to Rent

7 Frodsham St

Chester, CH1 3JJ

  • Retail to Let
  • £60,000 pa
  • 1,914 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The property forms part of a modern parade of retail units within Chester city centre, fronting a busy part-pedestrianised thoroughfare. The surrounding area comprises a mix of national and regional occupiers, benefiting from strong footfall and proximity to key retail pitches, transport links, and city landmarks including the Cathedral and primary shopping destinations.

Contact:

Kenneymoore

Date on Market:

19/06/2026
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More details for 38 Northgate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

38 Northgate St

Chester, CH1 2HA

  • Retail to Let
  • £32,500 pa
  • 411 sq ft
  • Energy Performance: E
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Private Toilets
  • Display Window
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The property comprises a terraced retail building of masonry construction, arranged over four floors. The property offers retail accommodation throughout. The property is very prominently situated on the east side of Northgate Street, close to its junction with Foregate Street, in the prime retailing heart of Chester city centre which is now one of Chester’s most sought after locations for retail with a high foot fall.

Contact:

Bolton Birch

Date on Market:

02/06/2026
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More details for 49 Bridge St, Chester - Retail to Rent

49 Bridge St

Chester, CH1 1NG

  • Retail to Let
  • £40,000 pa
  • 1,501 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The property is a prominent retail building located on Bridge Street, Chester’s principal prime retail thoroughfare. Arranged over ground floor and basement levels, it occupies a central city centre position with strong pedestrian footfall and close proximity to the Grosvenor Shopping Centre and a wide range of national and independent occupiers.

Contact:

Kenneymoore

Date on Market:

08/05/2026
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More details for 8-10 Eastgate Row, Chester - Retail to Rent

8-10 Eastgate Row

Chester, CH1 1LE

  • Retail to Let
  • £45,000 pa
  • 1,472 sq ft
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Display Window
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The Property is situated on the pedestrianised Eastgate Street, a prime retail location which forms part of the Cross Junction, the busiest retail pitch in the city centre. Retailers in the immediate vicinity include H Samuel, Jack Wills, Cath Kidston, Kuoni Travel and TSB. The property benefits high footfall and excellent visibility. The City benefits from strong transport links being 3 miles west of junction 6 & 7 of the M5 Motorway which links to the M4, M6 and the wider motorway network. Chester also has a strong rail connection with direct services to London Euston, Liverpool and Manchester. Both Manchester and Liverpool airports are approximately 40 minutes’ drive from this property.

Contact:

Emanuel Oliver Ltd

Date on Market:

24/03/2026
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More details for 103 Foregate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

103 Foregate St

Chester, CH1 1HE

  • Retail to Let
  • £35,000 pa
  • 1,147 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

As can be seen from the traders’ plan attached, the property is located on the North side of Foregate Street, one of the City’s best-known locations. Atina Kitchen has been part of the City Landscape for over 30 years. It originally started as a family business before being sold to the previous owners some 20 years ago. It has provided great home cooking in a delightful environment, but now needs a new operator to refresh and regenerate this fabulous landmark property. The unit benefits from having been operated as a café/ restaurant for years and so has all the necessary consents and services, with extraction and a partially fitted kitchen, but needs modernising and investment and love and passion. The landlords are open to a conversation about expanding the use to a more wet led or take-away offer, but prospective tenants need to be aware of the impact of use on the apartments upstairs.

Contact:

Kenneymoore

Date on Market:

12/02/2026
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More details for 40 Foregate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

40 Foregate St

Chester, CH1 1HA

  • Retail to Let
  • £47,500 pa
  • 1,675 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Security System
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The property occupies a prime location on Foregate Street, adjacent to Body Shop and Mountain Warehouse and close to Marks & Spencer and Boots the Chemist. Foregate Street is one of the principal shopping thoroughfares within the city, the soon to open Harrods Beauty further improving Chester’s attraction to shoppers and tourist visitors. The property is arranged over ground, first and second floors providing retail accommodation within.

Contacts:

Kenneymoore

Green & Partners LLP

Date on Market:

23/01/2026
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More details for 37 Watergate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

37 Watergate St

Chester, CH1 2LB

  • Retail to Let
  • £29,500 pa
  • 674 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Security System
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The premises provide ground and basement space within the Grade I Listed St Ursula’s Building. The property is situated on the pedestrianised Watergate Street, which is the principal link to Chester Racecourse with its associated parking close to the city. The street is popular with restaurant, bar and café operators with a number of operators having al fresco street dining. Nearby occupiers are a mixture of multiple operators and independents including Costa, Riess, Death by Taco’s, Panna Coffee, Palm Bar, Warhammer and Be at One.

Contact:

Emanuel Oliver Ltd

Date on Market:

02/12/2025
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More details for 46 Foregate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

46 Foregate St

Chester, CH1 1HA

  • Retail to Let
  • £60,000 pa
  • 2,493 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Security System
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The premises are located on Foregate Street adjacent to Deichmann Shoes, opposite Boots The Chemist and close to M&S, Primark, McDonalds and Body Shop. The premises are arranged on ground floor only with the benefit of rear servicing. There are staff and WC facilities at the rear of the unit.

Contact:

Kenneymoore

Date on Market:

03/11/2025
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More details for 33-49A St Werburgh St, Chester - Retail to Rent

33-49A St Werburgh St

Chester, CH1 2DY

  • Retail to Let
  • £27,500 - £150,000 pa
  • 379 - 3,504 sq ft
  • 2 Units Available Now
  • Security System
  • 24 Hour Access

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The property is configured over 4 separate units, the former bank takes up the majority of the floor space and 3 separate retail units. The property is a Grade II Listed Building. St Werburgh Street is a retail location within Chester City Centre, which runs between the prime retail pitches of Eastgate Street and Northgate Street.

Contact:

Mason Owen

Date on Market:

12/11/2025
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More details for 78-92 Foregate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

78-92 Foregate St

Chester, CH1 1HB

  • Retail to Let
  • £65,000 pa
  • 9,299 - 19,195 sq ft
  • 2 Units Available Now
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Private Toilets
  • CCTV (Closed Circuit Television Monitoring)
  • Display Window
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The property benefits from an extensive glazed frontage being arranged on ground and first floor sales. There is a generous customer staircase linking the two.

Contacts:

Kenneymoore

Forge

Date on Market:

04/03/2026
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More details for 44 Foregate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

44 Foregate St

Chester, CH1 1HA

  • Retail to Let
  • £185,000 pa
  • 6,451 sq ft
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The premises are located in a prominent retail location on Foregate Street in the heart of Chester City Centre with a number of shopper bus stops located opposite. The property is in close proximity to Primark, sitting adjacent to Body Shop and Game. Other retailers nearby include Marks & Spencer, River Island, Paperchase, Lush, Wilko, and Deichmann Shoes.

Contacts:

Emanuel Oliver Ltd

Newmark

Date on Market:

03/02/2021
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More details for 27-35 Foregate St, Chester - Retail to Rent

27-35 Foregate St

Chester, CH1 1HD

  • Retail to Let
  • 12,301 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Smoke Detector

Chester Retail to Rent - Chester Central

The property occupies a prime location on Foregate Street, adjacent to River Island, opposite Marks & Spencer and close to Boots the Chemist. Foregate Street and Eastgate Street are the principal shopping thoroughfares within the city, the recent letting of circa 25,000 sq ft to Harrods Beauty further improving Chester’s attraction to shoppers and tourist visitors. Chester is one of the UK’s leading retail destinations providing a broad mix of high street multiples and independent traders. In addition, the unique cultural and historic features of The Rows and the Roman Walls, attract visitors from across the world.

Contact:

Kenneymoore

Date on Market:

08/08/2025
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a Shop in CH1

How many retail properties are currently available in CH1?
There are currently 20 retail properties available. Sizes range from to , with an average size of. Whether you're looking for a small high street shop or a larger retail unit, there are a variety of options to explore.
What does it cost to rent a shop in CH1?
Average asking rents are around per sq ft, although costs vary depending on the property's location, size, condition, visibility, and nearby amenities. Lease terms and local demand can also influence pricing.
What sizes of retail space are available?
Available properties range from to , with an average size of. This means there are options suitable for everything from independent retailers to larger national brands.
What use class do shops fall under?
Most shops fall within Use Class E, which covers a wide range of commercial uses including retail, cafes, salons, showrooms, and certain professional services. Before signing a lease, it's worth checking that your intended use complies with local planning requirements.
What types of retail property can I rent?
Retail opportunities can include high street shops, shopping centre units, retail park space, corner units, kiosks, and parade shops. Available properties vary in size, frontage, layout, and customer footfall.
What should I look for when choosing a retail property?
Consider factors such as customer footfall, visibility, accessibility, nearby businesses, delivery access, and the suitability of the space for your operation. It's also important to budget for business rates, service charges, and any fit-out work that may be required.
What is included in a typical retail lease?
Lease agreements usually set out the rent, length of term, repair responsibilities, service charges, permitted use, and any break options. Many retail leases are full repairing and insuring (FRI), although terms can vary between properties.
Can I change how a shop is used?
Possibly. Some changes may be permitted within Use Class E, while others may require planning consent. If you're considering a different use, it's best to check with the local planning authority before committing to a property.
Are business rates included in the rent?
Business rates are usually charged separately from rent. Depending on the property's rateable value, some occupiers may be eligible for Small Business Rate Relief or other local support schemes.
Can I sublet or assign my lease?
This depends on the lease agreement. Some landlords allow subletting or assignment with prior consent, while others may place restrictions on these arrangements. Always review the lease terms carefully before signing.
How can I find the right retail property?
Start by identifying your preferred location, budget, space requirements, and target customer base. Comparing available properties and speaking with local commercial property professionals can help you find a space that aligns with your business goals.

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