Shops & Retail Units to Rent in East of England

Ipswich Retail to Rent

The property comprises an attractive three storey Grade II Listed retail premises of brick construction, rendered, with tiled roof and wooden framed windows. The property benefits from a ground floor reception/sales area to the front, rear kitchen and WC, together with a first and second floor retail/storage area and first floor kitchen. There is a part glazed retail frontage together with attractive beams and period features, tiled and wooden floor coverings, fluorescent lighting, gas central heating by radiators and an enclosed courtyard to the rear. There are public car parks nearby. The property was previously used as a hairdressers and would suit a variety of Class E uses. The premises are situated in the popular Silent Street which connects St Peters Street and Falcon Street, within walking distance of the main town centre and Waterfront, and close to public car parks. There is good pedestrian footfall. The surrounding area comprises a mixture of commercial and residential properties. Ipswich is the administrative and county town of Suffolk, with a resident population of 130,000 and a retail catchment population of approximately 300,000.The town lies on the River Orwell, approximately 70 miles north east of central London, 25 miles south east of Cambridge, 43 miles south of Norwich, and 18 miles north east of Colchester. Major roads in the area include the A12, which provides dual carriageway access to the A14, providing a principal link from the Port of Felixstowe (9 miles to the south east) to the East Midlands.

Date on Market:

27/04/2026

Bedford Retail to Rent

The subject property occupies a prominent corner position on Bedford High Street, adjacent to St Pauls Square. Nearby leisure occupiers include McDonalds, Nando’s and Slug & Lettuce. Bedford Station (National Rail) is located a short walk away.

Date on Market:

24/04/2026

Wymondham Retail to Rent

Wymondham is a South Norfolk gem situated approximately nine miles south west of Norwich city centre. This rapidly expanding, yet charming, historic market town enjoys a full range of services including:- Waitrose, Morrisons and Lidl supermarkets, three medical centres, four dentists, veterinary practice, a wide choice of pubs, restaurants and cafes, leisure and sports facilities, a full range of local schools including Wymondham College and Wymondham High Academy, both having excellent reputations. The town has an award winning railway station with regular services to Norwich, London, Cambridge and many other destinations via connections at Ely. Landmarks include the impressive Abbey, the Market Cross and the Bridewell Museum. The University of East Anglia, John Innes Institute, Food Research Institute and Science Park, Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, Norfolk Police Headquarters and Lotus Cars are all local employers served by the town.

Date on Market:

23/04/2026

Norwich Retail to Rent

The Forum is a place of exploration, learning and exchange at the heart of Norwich and Norfolk. One of the most successful Millennium projects in the UK, it opened in 2001 it has become an iconic landmark and meeting place within Norwich City Centre. Last year 1.96m people came through its doors and every day visitors flood in to visit the Norwich Millennium Library, the UK's most popular public library, free exhibitions and events within The Atrium, one of The Forum's five annual festivals, one of the many markets or community meetings hosted there or to meet friends and family in Cafe Bar Marzano or Pizza Express. The Forum is also home to BBC East, On the Stall City and Norwich Business Improvement District.

Property Type:

Specialist

Date on Market:

22/04/2026

Soham Retail to Rent

Soham in Cambridgeshire is a vibrant town with a strong emphasis on education, offering excellent primary and secondary schools for families. The town features a diverse selection of shops, as well as sporting and social facilities to cater to residents' needs. Residents can look forward to the annual Soham Carnival, Heavy Horse Show, and Pumpkin Fairs, which are popular events that draw visitors to the area. Conveniently located almost equidistant between Ely and Newmarket, Soham provides easy access to both towns and is approximately 15 miles from Cambridge. The town's proximity to the A14 trunk road in Newmarket offers seamless connectivity to the M11 and the main motorway system, making commuting to surrounding areas a breeze. With its strong community spirit, educational opportunities, and convenient transport links, Soham presents an attractive option for those seeking a well -rounded lifestyle in Cambridgeshire.

Date on Market:

21/04/2026

Norwich Office / Retail to Rent

Norwich has a population of 170,000 persons and a regional catchment area of one million residents. In addition, approximately five million tourists visit Norwich annually. The property is located close to the City Road and Ber Street junction on an established parade of shops on Queens Road which forms part of the Norwich Inner Ring Road (A147). The location benefits from a high volume of passing traffic. Nearby occupiers include Xpress convenient stores and a variety of independent food takeaways and restaurants. The property comprises a ground and first floor shop/office building providing a front sales area with ancillary offices and storage. There is a ground floor kitchen and WC's located to the first floor. The property benefits from an enclosed rear yard/garden space.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

13/04/2026

Luton Retail to Rent

Marsh Road forms one of Luton's principle commercial/retail districts outside of the town centre. The subject property occupies a mid-terrace and pavement-lined position at Nursery Parade, which forms one of the main retail parades along Marsh Road. There are a range of local, regional and national businesses within proximity including: McDonalds, Lidl, Subway, Connells, Taylors, Co-Op Funeral Care, Papa Johns, Pizza Hut, Iceland, Bet Fred, Poundstretcher, Coral, William Hill, Greggs, Sue Ryder, Keech, etc.

Date on Market:

08/04/2026

Norwich Retail to Rent

The property is located on Prince of Wales, which is the main thoroughfare from the city centre and Tombland to the Riverside complex and train station. The area forms part Norwich's principal Late Night Activity Zone and the City Centre Leisure Area, comprising a mixture of bars, clubs, offices, and residential accommodation and within easy walking distance to the city centre and the main shopping areas including Chantry Place and Castle Quarter.

Date on Market:

07/04/2026

King's Lynn Retail to Rent

Tower Street is an established pedestrianised shopping area located in the centre of King’s Lynn, well known as an interesting retail street with mainly individual local traders. No 14 is part of a period building with an attractive façade on the corner with Union Lane.

Date on Market:

30/03/2026

Kings Lynn Retail to Rent - King's Lynn

The property is prominently located on London Road considered to be the busiest thoroughfare into the Town Centre (1/2 mile) and supports a range of trades and businesses benefiting from the substantial passing trade. Nearby commercial occupiers include Kubos Eastern European Market, Kebab and Pizza Shop, florist, South Pot restaurant and Newsagent/Off Licence. King's Lynn is an important sub-regional centre, a historic port and market town situated on the southern shores of The Wash. The town has a population of just over 42,000 and is the administrative centre for West Norfolk. Road communications are via the A10, A47, A17 and A148/A149, whilst there is a mainline rail service to London King's Cross (1hour 40minutes approximately) and established port trade, particularly with Scandinavia and Northern Europe.

Date on Market:

26/03/2026

Ipswich Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

26/03/2026

Ely Retail to Rent

Ground floor retail unit in prime location just off Ely High Street.

Date on Market:

25/03/2026

Norwich Retail to Rent

The property is situated within a local retail parade positioned fronting Middletons Lane, approximately three miles north-west of Norwich City centre. The location benefits from good visibility from passing traffic and pedestrians. Nearby occupiers include a mix of retailers and professionals with William Hill, L E Electrical, Winkworth estate agents and various other independent shops in close proximity.

Date on Market:

24/03/2026

St Albans Retail to Rent

The property is prominently located on the corner of St Peters Street and Victoria Street in St Albans town centre.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

24/03/2026

Lowestoft Retail to Rent

The Norman Warrior is located on a main roundabout intersection between Lowestoft town centre (1.2 miles) and Oulton Broad North railway station (1 mile) with bus stops nearby and ample parking.

Date on Market:

23/03/2026

Rayleigh Retail to Rent

The property comprises a mixed use building of masonry construction providing ground floor retail accommodation and office accommodation arranged over first and second floors. The building is arranged over three floors. The property is located on the High Street (A129) approximately 0.4 miles from Rayleigh Railway Station and 13.6 miles from Junction 29 of the M25.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

23/03/2026

Ipswich Retail to Rent

Ipswich is the administrative and county town of Suffolk with a resident population of 130,000 and a retail catchment population of approximately 300,000.

Date on Market:

20/03/2026

Kings Lynn Retail to Rent - King's Lynn

Located in the busy High Street with Nearby occupiers including M & S, Edinburgh Wollen Mill, Ladbrook's, H Samuel, McDonalds and Halifax Bank, the property is situated on the main thoroughfare from the Tuesday Market Public Car Park into the Town Centre. King's Lynn is an important sub-regional centre, an historic port and market town situated on the southern shores of The Wash. The town has a population of just over 42,000 and is the administrative centre for West Norfolk. Road communications are via the A10, A47, A17 and A148/A149, whilst there is a mainline rail service to London King's Cross (1hour 40mintes approximately) and established port trade, particularly with Scandinavia and Northern Europe.

Date on Market:

20/03/2026

Bures Retail to Rent - Lamarsh

Lamarsh is a small rural village in northeast Essex, close to the Suffolk border. It lies just seven miles northeast of Halstead, five miles south of Sudbury and within an easy walk of Bures, giving it a distinctly agricultural, tranquil character with long views across farmland. The Lamarsh Lion is set on Bures Road the main road through the village so it is easy to find. The pub has stunning views across the beautiful Stour Valley (where both Gainsborough and Constable painted). There has been an Inn on the site for over 700 years and it is a focal point for locals and visitors alike, serving food, ales and hosting events in an attractive rural setting. The Lamarsh Lion is a predominantly 2 storey character brick built property under a pitched tiled roof. The building has been extended to the side and rear.

Date on Market:

20/03/2026

St. Neots Retail to Rent - St Neots

St Neots is a popular market town with a population of approximately 26,000 and is located approximately 50 miles north of London, 18 miles west of Cambridge, 11 miles north-east of Bedford and 25 miles south of Peterborough. The A1 bypasses the town providing excellent north/south road communications and the A14 lies approximately 8 miles to the north. There is a mainline railway station serving the town with frequent services to London (St Pancras International).

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

19/03/2026

Ely Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

18/03/2026

Hunstanton Retail to Rent

The Seaside market town of Hunstanton is a popular and thriving coastal holiday resort with varying leisure and coastal amenities with a population of approximately 5,000 and situated on the North-West Norfolk coast. The town is accessed via the A149 from King's Lynn (16 miles) to the south, and the A149 from Cromer (42 miles) to the west. The premises is Located along Le Strange Terrace one of the main access routes to the Town Centre, the Green and Seafront. It is also situated next to a large, public car park. Nearby amenities include restaurants, Coffee shop, fish & chip shops and amusement arcades.

Date on Market:

18/03/2026

St. Neots Retail to Rent - St Neots

Date on Market:

17/03/2026