Shops & Retail Units to Rent in East Midlands, England

Newark Retail to Rent - Newark-on-Trent

Newark is an attractive and thriving market town with a population of 36,000 with regular markets serving a district population of approximately 90,000. The town is well served with excellent communication links via the A1, A1, A46 & A17 trunks roads, and the East Coast main rail line to London. The surrounding Cities of Nottingham and Lincoln are both within approximately 40 minutes’ drive.

Date on Market:

26/03/2026

Newark Retail to Rent - Newark-on-Trent

Units 5–7 comprise an attractive ground floor retail unit within a characterful historic building. The accommodation extends to approximately 1,385 sq ft and benefits from a wide, highly visible frontage onto Buttermarket, making it well suited to retailers seeking strong presence. The unit offers flexible open-plan retail accommodation with access to staff facilities. Furthermore, the property forms part of a wider scheme to enhance the overall trading environment, driving footfall into The Buttermarket

Date on Market:

26/03/2026

Towcester Retail to Rent - South Northamptonshire

Towcester Grange is a sustainable new urban extension for Towcester, which will be home to more than 7,200 residents, offering a desirable place on the southern side of Towcester. The scheme linking the A5 to the A43, will have two primary schools, a nursery and a care home. The local centre will provide shops, public house, hotel and land for a variety of employment opportunities.

Date on Market:

25/03/2026

Newark Retail to Rent - Newark-on-Trent

The Property is situated fronting to Stodman Street, which is a prime retail trading position close to Newark Market Place.

Date on Market:

25/03/2026

Daybrook Retail to Rent - Nottingham

Situated on the A60 Mansfield Road, one of Nottingham’s major arterial routes, the property enjoys continuous exposure to high daily traffic volumes travelling to and from the city centre. Its prominent roadside position is complemented by strong surrounding commercial activity, with a blend of established independent and national occupiers contributing to a vibrant trading environment. The double frontage enhances visibility, making the unit well-suited to brands seeking to elevate their profile within the local market. Located within the well-connected Daybrook area, the unit benefits from excellent access to Nottingham city centre and nearby residential communities.

Date on Market:

24/03/2026

Derby Retail to Rent

The property is a ground floor Class E unit located at 36 Cornmarket in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter. It is positioned on a pedestrianized street within the City Centre Conservation Area and is Grade II Listed. The premises provide an open-plan internal layout with ancillary facilities. The surrounding area includes retail, leisure, and residential developments, with nearby occupiers such as Primark, Caffè Nero, and Greggs. The location benefits from recent investment and redevelopment, including the Condor building and a new public square.

Date on Market:

24/03/2026

Belper Retail to Rent

Two storey retail premises on Belper's prime retail street.

Date on Market:

24/03/2026

Skegness Retail to Rent

The property occupies a prominent location on the southern side of Lumley Road, the prime retailing pitch in the popular Lincolnshire East Coast resort of Skegness. The property comprises a substantial retail premises, laid out predominantly over the ground and first floors, with ancillary storage accommodation on the second floor.

Date on Market:

24/03/2026

Swanwick Retail to Rent - Alfreton

This two-storey lock-up shop/office offers a versatile layout suitable for a variety of uses, subject to planning consent. Positioned on the busy B6179 Ripley to Alfreton Road, the property benefits from strong visibility and convenient access to local amenities. The ground floor features a dedicated sales area with a glazed frontage, providing natural light and street presence.

Date on Market:

23/03/2026

Leicester Retail to Rent

This 1,900 sq ft retail premises on Uppingham Road offers a highly visible and accessible location along Leicester’s A47, one of the city’s busiest arterial routes. Positioned just two miles from Leicester City Centre, the property benefits from strong vehicular and pedestrian traffic, making it an attractive option for businesses seeking maximum exposure.

Date on Market:

23/03/2026

Nottingham Retail to Rent

A rare opportunity to secure a prominent retail unit in one of Nottingham’s most sought-after shopping destinations. Located on a busy and well-established retail street, this property offers excellent visibility and consistent high footfall, making it ideal for a range of retail businesses. Situated in NG1, Nottingham city centre, the property is positioned on a highly desirable retail street, surrounded by established brands, independent shops, and strong pedestrian traffic throughout the day.

Date on Market:

21/03/2026

Derby Retail to Rent

Situated in an established part of Derby's night time circuit. High prominent position in pedestrianised Market Place.

Date on Market:

20/03/2026

Calverton Retail to Rent - Nottingham

The property comprises a ground floor retail unit of traditional construction with brick clad elevations beneath a flat roof. Externally, the property benefits from off-road car parking located to the front of the unit.

Date on Market:

20/03/2026

Nottingham Retail to Rent

This property sits at the heart of Carlton Hill, a vibrant and established suburban hub just three miles east of Nottingham City Centre. The area is defined by its excellent local amenities, offering a practical mix of independent shops, cafes, and essential services right on the doorstep. It¿s a popular choice for commuters due to the frequent bus links into the city and the proximity to Carlton railway station. Residents benefit from a strong sense of community and plenty of green space. The housing stock in the immediate vicinity is varied, featuring a blend of traditional Victorian terraces and solid semi-detached homes, making it an attractive pocket for first-time buyers and young families alike.

Date on Market:

20/03/2026

Lincoln Retail to Rent

These retail premises comprises a lock up shop unit with rear storage accommodation. The property benefits from a good frontage onto Lincoln High Street, with many notable nearby occupiers such as; Greggs, Go Outdoors, Blacks, Mowgli, CEX and a new Søstrene Grene.

Date on Market:

18/03/2026

Chesterfield Retail to Rent

Chesterfield is an attractive market town (3 days per week) 13 miles south of Sheffield and just 5 miles west of the M1. Central Pavement is a prime location connecting comprehensively upgraded Market Place to Vicar Lane, surrounded by major stores such as Primark, Boots, Tesco Express and Superdrug, plus Sports Direct, McDonalds, Caffé Nero, T H Baker Jewellers and Costa.

Date on Market:

18/03/2026

Skegness Retail to Rent

Skegness is the principal Lincolnshire coastal resort with a resident population of around 20,000 persons, increasing substantially in the summer months with the influx of holiday makers and day visitors. It lies some 40 miles east and south of Lincoln and Grimsby respectively, with main communication links via the A52 and A158 roads as well as a regional rail service to Grantham and Nottingham. The property occupies a prominent position on Lumley Road, Skegness’s principal retailing thoroughfare, opposite the entrance to the Hildreds Shopping Centre. The immediate area forms part of the town’s established retail core and benefits from strong pedestrian footfall and a mix of national and independent retailers, cafés and service operators.

Date on Market:

16/03/2026

Northampton Retail to Rent

The property comprises a building of masonry construction arranged over three floors offering office accommodation within. The property is situated on Bridge Street, within Northampton town centre, in an established and popular retail and commercial location close to the town's primary amenities. The premises occupy a prominent position on Bridge Street and are surrounded by a wide range of commercial uses including retailers, banks, estate agents, bars and restaurants.

Date on Market:

16/03/2026

Rushden Retail to Rent - Higham Ferrers

Rushden is in the Heart of the Midlands, some 15 miles east of Northampton (and the M1) and 41 miles west of Cambridge. The town has an urban population of circa. 25,500 and a district population of circa 76,500 (at the last census). The town has over recent years benefitted from investment to improve the shopping areas. The property is situated in the prime shopping area of the High Street between Poundstretcher and Greggs, close to Superdrug, Card Factory, Specsavers and Iceland, and other independent retailers. Various car parks in the town centre offer free parking.

Date on Market:

16/03/2026

Gainsborough Retail to Rent

The property is a mid-terrace retail unit of traditional brick construction with double frontage onto Market Place. It is currently under refurbishment and will be delivered in a white-box condition including a suspended ceiling, air conditioning, flooring and a disabled WC. Mains water, electricity and drainage are understood to be available, though not tested. The unit falls under Class E use and is offered to let on a new effective full repairing and insuring lease. The location sits within Gainsborough’s Market Place among national and regional retailers and benefits from nearby amenities including a town market, the Savoy cinema and the Marshall’s Yard development. The rateable value is listed at £9,900, and a service charge and VAT may apply.

Date on Market:

13/03/2026

Sutton In Ashfield Retail to Rent

Situated in a prominent retail position on Low Street, the property provides excellent visibility and footfall within Sutton in Ashfield’s town centre. It is positioned near Idlewells Shopping Centre, benefiting from strong surrounding retailers, dedicated parking, and convenient nearby public parking options. The property includes mains services and flexible accommodation across two floors.

Date on Market:

13/03/2026

Grantham Retail to Rent - Old Somerby

The Fox and Hounds is an imposing property fronting the Grantham Road, B1176, and is of traditional two and single storey brick construction beneath pitched pan tiled roofs with a conservatory extension to the rear. In total the site extends to 0.775 acres and incorporates a tarmac surfaced and white lined car park with 53 spaces, together with a beer garden both to the front and to the rear of the site and paved beer patio directly adjoining the conservatory. The property is located in the small Lincolnshire village of Old Somerby approximately 3 miles southeast of Grantham town centre. The surrounding area includes a range of similar affluent residential villages, attractive Lincolnshire countryside, various tourist attractions and in addition Prince William of Gloucester Barracks are approximately 1.5 miles to the northwest. Road communications to the area are good with the Grantham Road B1176, which runs through Old Somerby, linking with the A52 immediately north of the village. Furthermore, the main A1 trunk road lies 1 mile west.

Date on Market:

13/03/2026

Worksop Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

10/03/2026