Shops & Retail Units to Rent in Dorset

Dorchester Retail to Rent

A handsome and imposing former Lloyds Bank building, constructed from local Portland Stone and occupying a corner plot, the premises enjoy a prominent position with a wide return frontage to High West Street and the pedestrian area of Cornhill. The accommodation is arranged over 4 floors including basement. In more detail the space comprises: Bank floor areas (Approx. not measured) Basement total 224.8 sqm Ground floor retail zone A 79.9sqm Ground floor retail zone B 62.9sqm Ground floor retail zone C 40.2sqm Ground floor remaining retail zone 29.9sqm Ground floor office 12.7sqm Ground floor office 36.3sqm Total Ground floor 261.90sqm Total first floor offices 198.6sqm Total second floor office 152.8sqm TOTAL: 838.4sqm The property is situated in the heart of the town where Cornhill meets High West and High East Street. Cornhill and South Street is the main pedestrian retail location within the town and High West Street the main commercial zone. The area is mix of retail. restaurants , offices and apartments.

Date on Market:

18/02/2026

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

Westbourne Arcade, a Victorian shopping arcade built between 1884–1885, sits at the heart of Westbourne’s lively high street and remains a popular destination for independent shops and cafés. Its central location makes it particularly well-connected: the Westbourne Arcade bus stop is just a one-minute walk away, and is served by frequent routes including the M1, M2, 16, and sightseeing services linking Poole, Bournemouth Town Centre, Southbourne, and surrounding areas.

Date on Market:

05/01/2026

Poole Retail to Rent

Haven Road is situated within the affluent suburb of Canford Cliffs, an attractive residential and commercial location positioned approximately 3 miles from both Poole Town Centre and Bournemouth Town Centre. Locally referred to as “The Village, ” Haven Road serves as the primary commercial hub for the area and offers a diverse mix of independent retailers, financial and professional service providers, and a number of well-regarded restaurants, cafés and bar establishments, creating a vibrant trading environment.

Date on Market:

05/01/2026

Dorchester Retail to Rent

A well located end of terrace takeaway with display windows, sales area, equipped commercial kitchen and prep area to the rear. The first floor contains a walk in fridge and WC.

Date on Market:

29/12/2025

Poole Retail to Rent

Forming part of the well established Penn Hill local shopping centre serving the affluent adjoining residential district the property comprises a double fronted lock up shop and ancillary office/stores together with forecourt for addition publicity/display. This property falls within Class E Commercial Businesses and Services, which include A1 retail, A2 office, A3 Catering, Indoor sports and Medical use, crèche/day nursery

Date on Market:

09/10/2025

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

23/09/2025

Charmouth Retail to Rent - Bridport

Just two miles from Lyme Regis on the Jurassic Coast, Charmouth is a traditional village situated on the mouth of the River Char. Village facilities include pubs, restaurants, cafe's, shops and post office. Situated with frontage onto the main road, The Street, the property is in a prominent prime trading position and adjacent to Morgans of Charmouth general store.

Date on Market:

17/09/2025

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

The property comprises a self-contained lock up shop, formerly used as a take-away but suitable for this or other purposes. The single fronted shop also has rear preparation/storage space. It is in shell condition to be fitted out in an arrangement by the incoming tenant.

Date on Market:

16/09/2025

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

The Arcade leads from the prime section of Old Christchurch Road to the high fashion and luxury goods retail area of Gervis Place and Westover Road. The Arcade provides the principal thoroughfare between Westover Road and Old Christchurch Road and, consequently, benefits from a considerable footfall. Other occupiers within The Arcade include, Space NK, Waterstones, and Charles Fox Jewellers Ltd. The unit comprises ground and basement retail space, with ancillary accommodation at first floor.

Date on Market:

16/09/2025

Bournemouth Office, Retail to Rent

Burlington House is a purpose built office and retail development linking St. Peters Road to Old Christchurch Road. The ground floor comprises entirely of retail units with offices on the first, second and third floors. There is a separate access to the offices within the Arcade which comprises a lift or stairs. The property is located on the west side of St Peters Road in a popular commercial location with prime access to the retail and banking facilities in Old Christchurch Road. The office is open plan and can be finished to a high standard subject to terms agreed.

Date on Market:

04/02/2026

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

05/08/2025

Poole Retail to Rent

Property Features: Comprises takeaway shop with ancillary at basement VAT is NOT applicable to this property Available on a new lease with flexible terms to fit your needs Situated in the popular suburb of Parkstone just off the A35 on the northern side of Ashley Road (B3061), the main arterial route into Poole. Nearby occupiers include Waitrose, Domino’s Pizza, KFC, and a variety of independent retailers Property Description: Comprises ground floor takeaway with ancillary accommodation at basement, providing the following accommodation and dimensions: Ground Floor: Counter & open plan kitchen Basement: Ancillary, storage & wc Total GIA: 39 sq m (420 sq ft) Terms: Available on a new lease with terms to be agreed by negotiation Rent: £276.92 per week (PCM: £1,200) Deposit: £3,600 (3 Months) EPC: The property benefits from a E Rating. Certificate and further details available on request.

Date on Market:

29/07/2026

Dorchester Retail to Rent

A Grade II Listed premises, arranged over ground floor and basement with an outside seating area with frontage to The Square and Fountain. The development sits on the site of the former Eldridge Pope Brewery which operated from the late 19th century until the early 21st century. The scheme features a range of amenities, including residential apartments, office space, restaurants, cafes, bars, shops and leisure facilities, all set around a central public square. The design of the development seamlessly blends the historic architecture of the original Brewery with modern, contemporary buildings creating a unique and exciting environment. The development is home to a number of well known retailers and occupiers including Waitrose, Zizzi’s, Nandos and Pizza Express, as well as a range of independents shops and restaurants. The development also features a state of the art Odeon Cinema. Dorchester is the County Town of Dorset and is situated approximately 30 miles west of Bournemouth, 8 miles north of Weymouth and 24 miles west of Poole. The A35 around the south of the Town provides good road communications eastwards to the A31 and M27 and westwards to Exeter. There is a mainline railway station approximately 200m from the property which provides services to London Waterloo. There has been a surge of development activity in the Town including the Duchy of Cornwall’s celebrated development known as Poundbury and Brewery Square, a mixed use development in the Town Centre.

Date on Market:

10/07/2025

Weymouth Retail to Rent - Chickerell

The location is on the main A354 between Weymouth town centre and Portland and serves both passing trade and the surrounding residential district. Nearby are a fish & chip shop and pharmacy whilst opposite is the Co-op Foodstore.

Date on Market:

01/04/2025

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

The property occupies a prominent position on the busy pedestrianised section of Old Christchurch Road within Bournemouth town centre. Richmond Gardens Shopping Centre connects with the multi-storey car park behind.

Date on Market:

21/03/2025

Christchurch Retail to Rent

A single lock up shop unit to let in busy part of Christchurch, Dorset. Retailers in the nearby town centre include Waitrose superstore, Marks and Spencer's Food and a whole range of smaller businesses, most of the national banks and building societies and a number of restaurants.

Date on Market:

07/02/2025

Dorchester Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

25/05/2026

Poole Retail to Rent

One of 3 newly converted single storey business units accessed via the service area off Jubilee Road behind Iceland. Pedestrian access is also available from Ashley Road.

Date on Market:

27/05/2026

Dorchester Retail to Rent

Dorchester is the county town of Dorset, England. It is situated between Poole and Bridport on the A35 trunk route. A historic market town, Dorchester is on the banks of the River Frome to the south of the Dorset Downs and north of the South Dorset Ridgeway that separates the area from Weymouth, 7 miles to the south. The property occupies a prime pedestrianised trading position within Dorchester's principal trading thoroughfare of South Street adjacent to Boots Opticians and nearby to White Stuff, The Works, British Heart Foundation and Costa Coffee.

Date on Market:

19/03/2026

Weymouth Office, Retail to Rent

A three storey building of masonry construction. The property is situated within St Thomas Street, with nearby occupiers including Clarks, Santander, Boots & TUI travel agents. First floor office/studio accommodation. Weymouth is a popular tourist destination on the south coast of Dorset and provides an established retail centre with an urban population of 56,043 (2001). The town lies about 25 miles west of Poole and 8 miles south of Dorchester.

Date on Market:

31/05/2024

Poole Retail to Rent

The unit is on a prominent corner lock up shop/office, it is currently as office space but would be equally suitable for retail or other uses.

Date on Market:

28/10/2024

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

The property is situated in an established secondary trading area fronting the busy A35 Christchurch Road. The property is located within a parade close to the Parkwood Road junction.

Date on Market:

20/12/2019

Poole Retail to Rent

Unit 13/14 is situated within Tower Park, a major leisure-led destination in Poole serving the wider Bournemouth and Poole conurbation. The property forms part of a well-established scheme anchored by attractions including Vue Cinema, Splashdown Waterpark, Hollywood Bowl and Buzz Bingo. A recent refurbishment programme has enhanced the overall destination and strengthened its appeal to visitors. The unit occupies a position within the active leisure core of the development and benefits from proximity to a range of retail, food and entertainment operators. More than 670 parking spaces support customer access to the scheme. The surrounding mix of attractions creates regular visitor traffic and provides an established environment for retail and leisure occupiers.

Date on Market:

20/08/2026