Shops & Retail Units to Rent in East of England

Hitchin Retail to Rent

Hitchin is an historic market town and located 3 miles to the west of Junction 8 of the A1(M) with the M25 being some 15 minutes south of that junction.

Date on Market:

14/11/2023

Colchester Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

17/02/2026

Ipswich Retail to Rent

Built in 1910, this property comprises three floors with a total area of 1,326 sq ft of retail space.

Date on Market:

20/10/2023

Bedford Retail to Rent

The property comprises a building of masonry construction arranged over four floors offering retail accommodation on the ground floor and residential above. The property is located on the High Street within Bedford.

Date on Market:

25/09/2023

Bedford Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

01/08/2023

Bedford Retail, Light Industrial to Rent

Sitting in the heart of Bedford Town, 20 Harpur Street offers the perfect opportunity for occupier(s) to occupy a large retail unit close to Poundland, Burger King, and Clinton Cards, with a large footfall from 3 separate locations.

Date on Market:

27/03/2026

Ely Retail to Rent

The attractive Cathedral City of Ely has a resident population of approximately 20,256 and is located some 14 miles north-east of Cambridge, 23 miles south-east of Peterborough and 28 miles south of King’s Lynn. The city is dominated by a large Norman Cathedral which is a popular tourist attraction and in addition to its resident population, serves an extensive catchment in the surrounding rural area. Road communications are via the A10 (King’s Lynn to Cambridge main road) which links with the M11 (Junction 14) via the A14 trunk road 10 miles to the south. Ely also benefits from direct rail links to Cambridge, London, Birmingham and Manchester. Ely has experienced rapid growth in recent years, with development of new housing to the north and west, and new business parks near the station and at Lancaster Way. Ely continues to be a focus for growth within the district with the north of Ely identified in the Ely Masterplan vision as being suitable for the development of 3,000 homes by 2031. There are further plans to regenerate the station and riverside area while also expanding the city centre.

Date on Market:

16/05/2023

Hertford Retail to Rent

Lancaster House is situated in a very prominent position on Pegs Lane which is a busy vehicular route. Hertfordshire County Councils' offices are located in close proximity as well as a number of other office buildings with the remainder being residential. The retail and leisure facilities of Hertford Town Centre are within a short walk as well as Hertford mainline station which provides a fast and frequent service to London (Liverpool Street).

Date on Market:

06/04/2023

Peterborough Retail to Rent

The property comprises the Hereward Cross Centre, a retail shopping centre arranged over four floors, with retail units throughout. The shopping centre comprises 14 shops, a supermarket and a six-storey office block. Previously known as Hereward Centre. The property is located on Midgate and extends onto Broadway and Cattle Market Road.

Date on Market:

24/02/2026

Bedford Retail to Rent

The property is located in Lime Street, a mainly pedestrianised street situated just off Bedford High Street with direct access to Harpur Street and Bedford's town centre. The historic market town of Bedford with its attractive riverside frontage is centrally located to London, Oxford, Cambridge and Milton Keynes. Bedford is located approximately 50 miles north of London, 10 miles east from Junction 13 of the M1 motorway accessed via the A421, and 9 miles west of the A1 via the A428 and A603.

Date on Market:

15/03/2023

Beccles Retail to Rent

Beccles is a thriving affluent market town and tourist location located in North Suffolk, 19 miles south-east of Norwich and 33 miles north-east of Ipswich. The town is located at the junction of the A146 and A145, just to the south-east of the A143. Beccles rail station is within 450m of the property and provides direct trains to Ipswich (fastest journey time 1hr 8mins) and Lowestoft (fastest journey time 18mins)

Date on Market:

22/12/2022

Norwich Retail to Rent

The property comprises a building of masonry construction offering retail accommodation within. The property occupies a central position within Norwich’s prime retail location adjacent to WHSmith and in the immediate vicinity of The White Company, FatFace, Primark, Caffé Nero and numerous other multiple retailers.

Date on Market:

07/11/2022

Leighton Buzzard Office / Retail, Retail to Rent

Leighton Buzzard is a market town in Bedfordshire, England, near the Chiltern Hills, between Aylesbury, Tring, Dunstable and Milton Keynes 36 miles northwest of Central London, and linked to the capital by the Grand Union Canal and the West Coast Main Line to London Euston. The town is close to the M1 motorway and A5 road, and is served by Southern and London North-western Railway services on the West Coast Main Line railway at Leighton Buzzard railway station (in Linslade). The railway operates non-stop commuting services to Euston railway station, with the fastest peak journey times less than 30 minutes. The property is located within 0.6 miles to Leighton Buzzard Train station, which provides direct services to London Euston in less than 30 minutes. Nearby occupiers include Post Office, Halifax, Argos, Subway, Waitrose and more.

Date on Market:

11/12/2025

Dereham Retail to Rent

The property comprises a detached retail building of steel frame construction, providing a terrace of self-contained units over ground and first floors. The property is situated in Wright’s Walk, adjacent to Grape Tree and Card Factory and opposite Wilko. Nearby national multiple occupiers include Savers, Peacocks and Edinburgh Woollen Mill. Dereham is located just off the A47 trunk road approximately 15 miles west of Norwich and 25 miles south east of King’s Lynn. This places it at the geographical heart of Norfolk.

Date on Market:

30/04/2026

Bedford Retail to Rent

The property comprises a three storey detached building with retail accommodation within. The property is located on the High Street on St Paul's Square in Bedford.

Date on Market:

19/10/2023

Lowestoft Retail to Rent

Property Description: Double fronted retail unit with total size of 142 sq m (1,528 sq ft). Property includes 2 toilets and large kitchen area in the rear. Also includes old bank vault (used to be a Natwest Bank) and a car park in front of the property.

Date on Market:

08/05/2026

Ipswich Retail to Rent

The property comprises a building of steel frame construction with brick elevations providing retail accommodation throughout. The property is located on The Sandlings, Euro Retail Park in Ipswich. The retail park is accessed off Ransomes Way (A1189) and has good access to the A14. Derby Road Railway Station is within close proximity.

Date on Market:

05/06/2019

Huntingdon Retail to Rent

The premises comprise of a ground and first floor, which has been refurbished and is ready for immediate occupation. The new unit occupies a prime position in the busiest footfall point within this affluent town.

Date on Market:

05/02/2024

Welwyn Garden City Retail to Rent

The Howard Centre provides approximately 230,000 sq. ft. of retail accommodation and benefits from a 750 space car park as well as direct entry to Welwyn Garden City train station. The centre benefits from an annual footfall of over 7.5 million. Notable retailers include Marks & Spencer, TopShop, Accessorize, H&M, Fat Face, Next, Pandora, Goldsmiths, Ernest Jones, Carphone Warehouse, WH Smith and Boots.

Date on Market:

30/10/2023

Parkeston Retail to Rent - Harwich

Portside Retail & Trade Park is a modern mixed-use development located adjacent to Harwich International Port, providing high visibility and access to a major commercial gateway. The park benefits from excellent transport connectivity via the A120 and A12, linking to the M25 and London, as well as strong regional travel links. Anchored by national occupiers including Burger King, Starbucks, KFC, Taco Bell, Screwfix, and Howdens, the scheme offers extensive on-site parking, modern infrastructure, and a dynamic business environment supporting retail, trade, and service operators.

Date on Market:

26/05/2026

Cambridge Retail to Rent

The subject property occupies a prominent position on St John’s Street, within the city centre of Cambridge. The location benefits from consistently high pedestrian footfall, supported by its close proximity to St John’s College, Trinity College and Market Square, and its connection to the wider city centre. The surrounding area is characterised by a strong mix of established national retailers and high-quality independent occupiers, reinforcing St John’s Street’s position as a prime and well-regarded retail destination. Nearby retailers include: Cotswold Outdoors, Revital, Soho Fine Art, Sevenwolves, and Catherine Jones Jewellery.

Date on Market:

20/05/2026

Watford Retail to Rent

Café Veloree is a modern neighbourhood café founded on the principle that great coffee requires careful attention at every stage, from sourcing to preparation. The café specialises in slow-brewed coffee, with beans ethically sourced from small farms across Colombia, Ethiopia and Guatemala and roasted in-house to ensure freshness and quality. The offering includes a comprehensive menu of espresso-based drinks, iced beverages and speciality options such as matcha-based drinks, alongside a selection of pastries, baked goods and sandwiches. The concept blends a focus on craft coffee with a welcoming and comfortable setting suited to day-to-day use.

Date on Market:

28/05/2026

Cambridge Retail to Rent

The property at 15 Fitzroy Street, Cambridge CB1 1ER is a retail unit positioned within a well-established shopping thoroughfare west of the Grafton Centre in Cambridge. The location has substantial pedestrian activity due to proximity to major retail brands and amenities. Surrounding streets consist of additional retail premises and mixed commercial uses. Access to the property is via Fitzroy Street, which connects with key city routes and public spaces frequented by shoppers and visitors.

Date on Market:

06/05/2026