Shops & Retail Units to Rent in Dorset

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More details for 134-138 Old Christchurch Rd, Bournemouth - Retail to Rent

Hanover House - 134-138 Old Christchurch Rd

Bournemouth, BH1 1NL

Retail to Let
2,981 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Energy Performance: D
Energy Performance: E
Security System
Smoke Detector

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

The property is located within the town centre overlooking Horseshoe Common just outside the pedestrianised section of Old Christchurch Road. The property is located within the heart of the night time pub and club circuit of the town. Occupiers in the immediate area include Barbaras Bier Haus, Turtle Bay.. Underneath the subject premises is FYEO.

Contact:

Ellis & Partners

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

02/06/2026

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More details for Culliford Crescent, Poole - Retail to Rent

Drive thru/ Pod - Culliford Crescent

Poole, BH17 9DW

Retail to Let
753 - 3,465 sq ft

24 Hour Access

Poole Retail to Rent

A neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by a large Asda supermarket and the popular Haymoor Public House. There is a large car park to the front and ample servicing to the rear. The site which is approximately 2 miles north of Poole town centre also benefits from a petrol filling station.

Contacts:

Ellis & Partners

LCP

Date on Market:

15/05/2026

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More details for 21-23 Saxon Sq, Christchurch - Retail to Rent

Saxon Square Shopping Centre - 21-23 Saxon Sq

Christchurch, BH23 1QA

Retail to Let
10,931 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Air Conditioning
Security System
Smoke Detector

Christchurch Retail to Rent

Big frontage to the towns principal shopping centre and additional potential frontage to the busy A35 leading to the New Forest and Bournemouth. Saxon Square provides the core retail facilities for Christchurch and is complemented by the High Street upon which it fronts. Retailers in the area include up market Waitrose and Marks and Spencer Food Store. Adjoining occupiers include TJ Jones, Boots, Robert Dyas, Iceland and other national retailers.

Contact:

Ellis & Partners

Date on Market:

02/02/2026

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More details for Lady Bailey Park, Winterborne Whitechurch - Retail to Rent

Former Caravan Sales - Lady Bailey Park

Winterborne Whitechurch, DT11 0HJ

Retail to Let
5,929 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Kitchen

Winterborne Whitechurch Retail to Rent

A rare opportunity to lease the former Lady Bailey Caravan sales site totalling around 0.63 hectares (1.57acres) which can be broken down into the following areas: Parcel 1: The front sales site 0.267 hectares (0.65 acres) including the area behind showroom comprises: Sales room 2,069sqft Small sales room 252sqft Asking £68,000pa for the yard and buildings Parcel 2: The middle site 0.1369 hectares (0.34 acres) comprises: Workshop 1 1,518sqft (with compressed air system) Workshop 2 1,138sqft (with compressed air system) Store building 662sqft

Contact:

Symonds & Sampson

Property Type:

Industrial

Date on Market:

25/06/2025

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More details for Tower Park, Poole - Retail to Rent

Days Restaurant - Tower Park

Poole, BH12 4NY

Retail to Let
8,000 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

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Poole Retail to Rent

Unit 21 is an approximately 8,000 sq ft retail and leisure unit located within Tower Park, Poole. The property forms part of a mixed-use leisure destination featuring cinema, bowling, waterpark, gaming and retail occupiers. The scheme provides more than 670 parking spaces and is accessed from Yarrow Road and Ling Road.

Contact:

KLM Real Estate

Date on Market:

20/08/2026

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More details for Copper St, Dorchester - Retail to Rent

Dukes Café - Copper St

Dorchester, DT1 1GA

Retail to Let
£12,000 pa
1,130 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Energy Performance: B
Energy Performance: C

Dorchester Retail to Rent

Situated adjacent to Dorchester South railway station and the Brewery Square development is a fabulous opportunity to lease a commercial unit in the centre of Dorchester. Located within the Duke's building and formerly operated as a cafe, the unit benefits from good footfall and visibility with the added benefit of being associated with one of Dorset's most prominent public sale houses. The premises provides approximately 1130sqft of ground floor accommodation. It is ideally suited as a cafe, retail or alternative commercial use (subject to the necessary consents). The main trading area is light and welcoming and includes kitchen facilities, storage space, and WC provision. The unit specification includes feature lighting, electric heating and well-presented finishes making it ready for immediate occupation. In the same building as Duke's and adjacent to Dorchester South railway station, the unit is situated in the busy and vibrant area of Brewery Square in Dorchester with allocated parking to the rear and a large public car park and twice weekly market opposite.

Contact:

Symonds & Sampson

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

21/08/2026

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954 Wimborne Rd

Bournemouth, BH9 2DG

Retail to Let
£7,500 pa
244 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Energy Performance: C
Energy Performance: D
Security System
Display Window
Wheelchair Accessible

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

A well-positioned ground floor Class E retail/office unit situated on Wimborne Road in Moordown, Bournemouth. The property occupies a highly visible location on a busy arterial route serving the surrounding areas of Moordown, Charminster, Redhill and Throop. The accommodation extends to approximately 244 sq ft and is available on a new flexible lease. The property benefits from strong local footfall, excellent roadside visibility and nearby parking facilities.

Contact:

Nettleship Sawyer Ltd

Date on Market:

03/08/2026

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More details for 3-4 St. Thomas St, Weymouth - Retail to Rent

Duke Of Edinburgh - 3-4 St. Thomas St

Weymouth, DT4 8EW

Retail to Let
£30,000 pa
449 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Weymouth Retail to Rent

The Duke of Edinburgh, known locally as the House of Sound, is a long-established public house situated in Weymouth. The premises comprise a substantial ground-floor trading area with additional upper-floor accommodation, offering a total internal area of approximately 1,346 sq ft. While the property retains a strong identity and a loyal local following, it now presents clear signs of wear and requires refurbishment to restore it to a modern operational standard. The principal trading area consists of a generous open-plan bar space capable of supporting a comprehensive drinks operation. The bar counter provides ample capacity for multiple taps, local ales, and refrigerated storage. The layout allows for efficient customer flow and offers flexibility for future reconfiguration. Adjacent to the bar is a commercial kitchen. Although structurally serviceable, the kitchen requires attention and updating to meet contemporary commercial catering expectations. A small raised performance stage is incorporated within the main trading area. This feature is central to the venue’s longstanding reputation as a hub for local musicians and live entertainment, and it remains a key asset of the premises. Customer WC facilities are located on the first floor. This level provides an additional 266 sq ft of internal space, which may offer potential for alternative use, subject to appropriate consents. Options could include storage, staff facilities, or ancillary customer space. The Duke of Edinburgh offers a sizeable and adaptable premises with a strong cultural association within the local community. Although the property requires investment and refurbishment, its established identity as a live-music venue, combined with its generous internal layout, presents a notable opportunity for redevelopment and enhancement. The Duke of Edinburgh operates as a privately owned public house with no ties, leases, or contractual associations to any brewery. The premises are fully independent, allowing for complete autonomy in product selection, operational decisions, and future development of the business. The Duke of Edinburgh is located in a central and accessible position within Weymouth, set close to established residential areas and within easy reach of the town’s main amenities. The surrounding area benefits from steady footfall and a strong local community presence, providing a reliable customer base for both daytime and evening trade. The pub’s position also offers convenient access to nearby transport links and the wider town centre.

Contact:

Symonds & Sampson

Date on Market:

24/07/2026

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194-196 Commercial Rd

Bournemouth, BH2 5LX

Retail to Let
£12,000 pa
621 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Energy Performance: D
Display Window
Wheelchair Accessible

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

The property occupies a secondary but highly accessible position at the upper end of Commercial Road, close to the junction with West Hill Road and within a five-minute walk of Bournemouth Square. The surrounding area contains a mix of retail, service and office occupiers, providing a suitable environment for a range of commercial uses under Class E planning consent.

Contact:

Nettleship Sawyer Ltd

Date on Market:

23/07/2026

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18-22 Southbourne Grove

Bournemouth, BH6 3QZ

Retail to Let
£20,000 pa
767 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

24 Hour Access
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Bournemouth Retail to Rent

18 Southbourne Grove occupies a prominent position on the southern side of Southbourne Grove, Southbourne's principal retail thoroughfare. The property comprises a ground floor commercial unit extending to approximately 767 sq ft (71.30 sq m) and is available by way of a new FRI underlease. Situated within an established retail and leisure destination, the property benefits from strong footfall and a well-established mix of national and independent operators. The unit offers occupiers an opportunity to secure space within one of Bournemouth's most sought-after suburban retail locations.

Contact:

Mason Partners LLP

Date on Market:

16/07/2026

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1496-1506 Wimborne Rd

Bournemouth, BH11 9AD

Retail to Let
£12,000 pa
446 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Energy Performance: E
Air Conditioning

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

The busy Bournemouth suburb of Kinson is located approximately 5 miles north of the town centre and provides good local shopping facilities for the densely populated surrounding area whilst also offering excellent potential for passing trade. The shopping facilities are located principally along the A341 which is the main northern arterial route serving the conurbation. Tesco Superstore is positioned nearby which is a 22,200 Sq. Ft. store with 243 car parking spaces in Kinson’s heart close to the subject premises. Nearby occupiers include Age UK, Domino’s, Romeo’s Piri Piri and various other local businesses. The premises features an aluminium framed shop front, laminated floor and suspended acoustic tiled ceiling with concealed fluorescent/LED lighting and benefits from air conditioning and extraction. Most recently operating as a Fish and Chip shop, the premises provides a large main sales/counter area with a separate kitchen space and additional rear storage (with sink unit), along with two WC’s. The property benefits from rear access with parking available on a first come first served basis.

Contact:

Mava Real Estate

Date on Market:

14/07/2026

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16 Market Pl

Blandford Forum, DT11 7EB

Retail to Let
£30,000 pa
797 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Suspended Ceilings

Blandford Forum Retail to Rent

The property comprises a well-presented mid-terrace Grade II Listed building arranged over three floors. The ground floor provides an open-plan retail/sales area with a stock room to the rear, The upper floors are accessed from the front of the unit. The first floor comprises storage areas/office space, while the second floor offers kitchen/staff room and male/female WC’s. The property benefits from a double frontage, three phase electrical supply and rear access. The subject premises occupy a prime trading location in Market Place and benefits from pay and display parking nearby and additional roadside parking (subject to daytime waiting restrictions) further along Market Place and East Street. Blandford Forum is an attractive Georgian market town located some 20 miles northwest of Bournemouth and 25 miles west of Salisbury. Major names represented include Marks & Spencer Simply Food, Costa, WH Smith, Boots, Hays Travel, Holland & Barrett, Iceland, Specsavers, Subway and Nationwide Building Society, Blandford also features a broad range of independent retailers and service providers. Also located in the town centre is a Morrisons supermarket adjacent to which is the 188 space Marsh & Ham shopper’s car park.

Contact:

Mava Real Estate

Date on Market:

10/07/2026

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6-8 Bell St

Shaftesbury, SP7 8AR

Retail to Let
£6,750 pa
294 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Shaftesbury Retail to Rent

The premises comprise ground floor reception area, main room, kitchenette and WC. Currently used as a Yoga studio. Shaftesbury is a picturesque affluent market town situated inNorth Dorset approximately 21 miles west of Salisbury with a population of c7500 people but is surrounded by many affluent villages and enjoys a year round tourist trade.

Contact:

Matthews Properties Limited

Date on Market:

19/06/2026

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64 Cheap St

Sherborne, DT9 3BJ

Retail to Let
£55,000 pa
1,691 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Sherborne Retail to Rent

Situated in the heart of Sherborne’s premier retail destination, this well-configured lock-up unit on Cheap Street offers an exceptional opportunity for occupiers seeking prominent high street frontage. The property benefits from a wide shopfront with excellent visibility and generous depth, creating a versatile layout suitable for a range of retail uses. With a width of 8.73 meters at its widest point and extending nearly 20 meters in depth, the accommodation ensures flexible merchandising options.

Contact:

Matthews Properties Limited

Date on Market:

19/06/2026

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40 Cheap St

Sherborne, DT9 3PX

Retail to Let
£50,000 pa
1,430 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Sherborne Retail to Rent

he property provides a ground floor shop with firstfloor storage, WC and kitchenette. There is an enclosed garden at the rear that could be suitable for seating etc. The shop has modern lighting and air conditioning so can be fitted out quickly.

Contact:

Matthews Properties Limited

Date on Market:

19/06/2026

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27 Sea View Rd

Poole, BH12 3LP

Retail to Let
£8,000 pa
442 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

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Wheelchair Accessible

Poole Retail to Rent

27 Sea View Road is a prominent ground floor commercial property located within a well-established mixed commercial and residential area of Poole. The property benefits from convenient access to Poole town centre, Ashley Cross and wider transport links, making it suitable for a wide range of occupiers seeking well-presented and flexible accommodation.

Contact:

Watts Holt

Date on Market:

09/06/2026

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8b Coburg Pl

Weymouth, DT4 8HP

Retail to Let
£13,500 pa
610 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Weymouth Retail to Rent

8B Coburg Place is situated in a central and established commercial position in Weymouth town centre, close to key retail, professional offices and public car parks. Well-located town centre commercial unit in Weymouth, situated on Coburg Place close to St Thomas Street, the Harbour and Seafront. Suitable for a range of uses, benefiting from strong footfall, nearby parking and excellent public transport links. Main Area Double metal doors opens into the main area which was previously used as an office but open to other uses. Large windows allow plenty of light in or display area for stock. 7.27m x 5.74m (23'10" x 18'9") Kitchenette/ Staff area Staff area with built in one piece metal Kitchenette, plenty of space for staff. This is just divided by a stud wall which can be removed to create a larger open plane use. 4.24m x 2.91m (13'10" x 9'6") W/C Low level wc, wash hand basin. Electric hot water tank for wc and kitchenette. 2.12m x 1.30m (6'11" x 4'3")

Contact:

Symonds & Sampson

Date on Market:

08/06/2026

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62 High St

Christchurch, BH23 1BN

Retail to Let
£22,500 pa
484 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Energy Performance: D

Christchurch Retail to Rent

The historic town of Christchurch is located on the south coast some 6 miles east of Bournemouth and has a magnificent 11th Century Priory at its heart. Christchurch offers excellent shopping facilities with a vibrant mixture of both local and national retailers represented. The town serves an affluent local population and the significant influx of tourists to the region during the summer months offers good potential for extra trade. The town also features a well renowned culinary scene with numerous quality restaurants and eateries featuring in the town centre. The famous annual Christchurch Food & Wine Festival has been running since 2000, along with various other annual events. The property comprises a two storey mid-terraced double fronted shop with ground floor sales, rear storage/office space and first floor stores. The property also benefits from a gas and three-phase electrical supply.

Contact:

Mava Real Estate

Date on Market:

05/06/2026

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9 Dunyeats Rd

Broadstone, BH18 8AA

Retail to Let
£16,000 pa
814 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Energy Performance: B
Display Window
Wheelchair Accessible

Broadstone Retail to Rent - Poole

This mid-terrace ground floor retail unit occupies a prominent position on Dunyeats Road, one of the main approach routes into Broadstone’s busy local centre. The property forms part of a well-established parade serving a strong residential catchment and benefits from high visibility and footfall.

Contact:

James & Sons

Date on Market:

27/05/2026

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739-747 Christchurch Rd

Bournemouth, BH7 6AN

Retail to Let
£9,500 pa
590 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

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Bournemouth Retail to Rent

745 Christchurch Road is a prominent ground floor retail unit located within the established Boscombe East area of Bournemouth. The property sits on one of the town’s principal arterial routes, linking Bournemouth town centre with Southbourne and Christchurch, and benefits from high visibility, passing traffic and a diverse local occupier base.

Contact:

Watts Holt

Date on Market:

21/05/2026

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More details for Culliford Cres, Poole - Retail to Rent

Neighbourhood Centre - Culliford Cres

Poole, BH17 9DW

Retail to Let
£24,995 pa
1,243 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Security System
Suspended Ceilings
Display Window
Smoke Detector
Wheelchair Accessible

Poole Retail to Rent

The property forms part of a neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by a large Asda supermarket and the popular Haymoor Public House. The scheme includes a petrol filling station and benefits from a large customer car park to the front, with ample servicing provision to the rear. The centre is located approximately 2 miles north of Poole town centre, serving an established residential catchment.

Contact:

LCP

Date on Market:

15/05/2026

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45-47 East St

Wimborne, BH21 1DX

Retail to Let
£25,000 pa
1,416 sq ft
1 Unit Available Now

Wimborne Retail to Rent - Wimborne Minster

The attractive and historic East Dorset market town of Wimborne Minster is situated approximately 5 miles north of Poole and some 10 miles north west of Bournemouth. The town features a vibrant mixture of local and national retailers which attracts a large number of tourists and repeat customers. The Town features a strong foody scene with a number of quality independent restaurants, cafes and bars trading alongside national operators Wetherspoons, Costa & Piazzo Lounge. Other major retailers represented include Fat Face, Crew Clothing, White Stuff, Superdrug, T G Jones, Seasalt, Mint Velvet & Phase Eight. Wimborne also plays host to the celebrated Tivoli Theatre and the annual Folk Festival. The property is an attractive Grade II listed building arranged over two floors, with additional attic storage. Its wide double-fronted elevation lends itself well to retail use. The ground floor is open plan, with stairs leading to a first floor suitable for ancillary storage or office space. A further staircase provides access to the attic, which, despite restricted head height, offers useful additional storage.

Contact:

Mava Real Estate

Date on Market:

06/05/2026

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182 Bridport Rd

Dorchester, DT1 3BN

Office / Retail to Let
£21.00 sq ft pa
524 sq ft
1 Space Available Now

Energy Performance: B
Security System
CCTV (Closed Circuit Television Monitoring)
Smoke Detector

Dorchester Office / Retail to Rent

The property comprises a modern office/retail unit located on Bridport Road within Poundbury, Dorchester. The accommodation extends to approximately 524 sq ft (GIA) and is arranged as mainly open-plan space with ancillary facilities including a kitchenette, a separate meeting room and a disabled WC. The unit benefits from one allocated rear parking space and occupies a prominent position on Poundbury’s main thoroughfare, close to the Buttercross Square retail area. Nearby occupiers include a range of professional services, retail and leisure businesses. The property is available to let on a new lease at a rent of £11,000 per annum, subject to terms, with VAT applicable.