Shops & Retail Units to Rent in Kent

Sheerness Retail to Rent

Sheerness is located 10 miles north of Sittingbourne on the Isle of Sheppey in the Thames Estuary. The town is served by the A249, which links with the A2, M2 and M20 Motorways, and in addition, the town benefits from regular rail services to London and the Kent coast. The subject unit adjoins Superdrug and is opposite Peacocks, occupying a prominent town centre location with considerable passing pedestrian traffic. The unit benefits from on-street parking directly opposite, whilst the nearby Sheerness-on-Sea Train Station is within a short walking distance. Retailers of note within the immediate vicinity include New Look, Iceland, Subway, Boots and Poundstretcher.

Date on Market:

17/06/2026

Tunbridge Wells Retail to Rent - Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells is an attractive and affluent Kent town, situated c. 35 miles south east of London and 30 miles north east of Brighton. The town is served by excellent bus links to the surrounding areas and Tunbridge Wells train station is only a five minute walk from the subject property, providing a direct service to London Bridge in approximately 50 minutes. The property occupies a trading position on Calverley Road a short distance from the entrance to the Royal Victoria Shopping Centre which provides the primary shopper’s multi-story car park. Crescent Road Car Park is also nearby and offers 1,085 spaces. The pitch is home to a mix of good quality independent and national retail and food & beverage operators including Giggling Squid, Town House, Mathnasium, Magnet Kitchens, Sussex Beds, Grape Tree, Card Factory and Cook. The subject property is a two-storey building, with retailing at ground floor and residential two bed flat on the upper parts

Date on Market:

17/06/2026

Tunbridge Wells Retail to Rent - Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells is an attractive and affluent Kent spa town, situated c. 35 miles south east of London and 30 miles north east of Brighton. The town is served by excellent bus links to the surrounding areas and Tunbridge Wells train station is only a five minute walk from the subject property, providing a direct service to London Bridge in approximately 50 minutes. The subject property occupies a prominent trading position on Camden Road on the junction with Monson Road, a short distance from the entrance to the Royal Victoria Shopping Centre which provides the primary shoppers’ multi-story car park. Crescent Road Car Park is also nearby and offers 1,085 spaces. Nearby occupiers include a mix of good quality independent and national operators including Giggling Squid, Next, Marks & Spencer, West One Bathrooms, Magnet Kitchens, Millets, Card Factory, Rituals and Cook.

Date on Market:

10/06/2026

Gillingham Retail to Rent - Rainham

Rainham is located in the Medway area of Kent with a local population of approximately 34,000. Rainham is situated 3.5 miles south east of Chatham and 7.5 miles north east of Maidstone. The town is well connected, being located just off the A2 and within easy reach of the M2 motorway, it provides good transport links to London, the Channel ports and the wider area. Rainham station offers regular services to London Victoria, St Pancras International and Dover. The subject property is located within Rainham Shopping Centre, adjacent to Costa and John High Opticians. The scheme is anchored by Tesco and B&M with other occupiers of note such as Greggs and Boots Opticians. There is an adjoining 193 space public car park to the rear of the scheme.

Date on Market:

08/06/2026

Sevenoaks Retail to Rent

Located on the A25, Seal Road, close to its junction with Greatness Lane and within 100 yards of the Bat and Ball crossroads, adjacent to One Stop convenience shop. Comprises the ground floor and basement of this semi-detached, traditionally constructed building. The ground floor provides a good sized retail unit with kitchenette and WC to the rear. The basement provides storage areas and there is a covered yard area for further storage/and or parking area.

Date on Market:

03/06/2026

Headcorn Retail to Rent

The property is arranged over the ground floor, with the following approximate dimensions and gross internal floor area:- ACCOMMODATION Ground Floor 578 sq m 6,222 sq ft The property benefits from additional mezzanine space, a large yard area and shared access to 100 car parking spaces.

Date on Market:

19/05/2026

Tenterden Retail to Rent

Tenterden is a market town located in East Sussex with a population of approximately 8,500 people. The town lies around 12 miles southwest of Ashford, 15 miles south of Maidstone and approximately 55 miles south-east of Central London. Tenterden benefits from road connectivity to the A28 and the wider motorway network via the M20. Retailing in Tenterden in centred on the High Street, which accommodates a strong mix of national and independent retailers alongside a variety of cafes, restaurants and boutique operators. The subject property occupies a prominent position on the east end of the High Street where nearby occupiers include Waitrose, Caffè Nero, Waterstones, Mint Velvet, Boots, Space NK and Loungers.

Date on Market:

13/05/2026

Dartford Retail to Rent

Class E Commercial Premises To Let – Hythe Street, Dartford  A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and highly adaptable Class E commercial unit in a prime town centre position on Hythe Street, Dartford. The property extends to approximately 3,843 sq ft (357 sq m) and offers a flexible open-plan layout suitable for a wide range of commercial occupiers, including retail, showroom, leisure, medical, fitness, office, café, restaurant and other Class E uses (STP).  Key Features Prime town centre location with strong passing footfall Extensive Class E accommodation – 3,843 sq ft (357 sq m) Large open-plan retail / showroom space Prominent front-facing retail frontage for maximum visibility Dedicated office suite within the layout Multiple access points for operational flexibility Allocated on-site parking spaces included Suitable for subdivision or bespoke fit-out (STP)  Description The accommodation provides a large, predominantly open-plan floorplate offering maximum flexibility for occupiers seeking a prominent town centre presence. The front retail section benefits from strong street visibility, ideal for branding and customer engagement. A separate office suite provides private back-of-house or management accommodation, while multiple access points support efficient servicing, staff movement, and potential zoning or subdivision of the space. Formerly occupied as a Royal Mail sorting office, the building benefits from robust structure and highly adaptable internal configuration.

Date on Market:

11/05/2026

Folkestone Retail to Rent

117 Enbrook Valley is a ground-floor commercial property arranged as a fully fitted café with rear garage storage, located in Folkestone, Kent. The property lies within a local retail parade serving the Enbrook Valley district with connections to the M20 and close proximity to Sandgate and Folkestone town center. Folkestone West station for HS1 services to London lies within walking distance.

Date on Market:

09/05/2026

Gravesend Retail to Rent

This former public house, positioned prominently on Manor Road, offers an exciting blank-canvas commercial opportunity in the heart of the town centre. The property benefits from a highly visible location with consistent pedestrian footfall and is surrounded by a diverse mix of established occupiers including cafés, barbers, offices, and health-related businesses. This complementary commercial environment enhances day-to-day activity and creates strong potential for customer crossover.

Date on Market:

05/05/2026

Tunbridge Wells Retail to Rent - Royal Tunbridge Wells

The property set within the 1887 development at the southern end of The Pantiles. Unit A is set at ground level with the entrance to the scheme and the terrace to the front where there is an area for external seating alongside the fountain. Internally, the unit is on a single level but following the undulations in the town provides an elevated position once at the rear with an excellent view and bi-folding doors. The premises is approximately 2,500 sq ft (232.25 sq m) and is currently fully fitted with a bar, air conditioning, an accessible toilet and furnishings, some of which may be available by negotiation. Royal Tunbridge Wells is an affluent town in west Kent with a population of approximately 115,000 people, predominantly within ABC1 socioeconomic group. The town boasts a wealth of history being a Royal spa town and is very popular with commuters and families with its range of schools, regular train services to London and easy access to the south coast. A five-minute walk takes you to Tunbridge Wells station. Journeys towards London are fast, frequent and convenient – just 44 minutes to London Bridge and the City, and only 53 minutes to Charing Cross This is an excellent opportunity for retailers and restaurant/café operators seeking an opening in this highly sought-after Royal Spa town location, with scope for outside seating. The Historic Pantiles is a popular destination for both local residents and tourists, with a wide range of restaurants, bars, cafés and specialist retailers. Added attraction is gained from regular events held throughout the year, including; Jazz on The Pantiles, the Farmers Market and the Makers Fair.

Property Type:

Build-to-Rent

Date on Market:

30/04/2026

Rochester Retail to Rent

Rochester is a historic town located in Kent, with a population of approximately 62,000 people (Census 2021). The town lies around 30 miles south-east of Central London and benefits from strong transport connections, including direct rail services to London and easy access to the A2/M2 motorway network, providing links across Kent. Retailing in Rochester is focused along the High Street, popular with both residents and tourists, supported by the town’s heritage assets such as Rochester Cathedral and Castle. The High Street provides a diverse mix of national and independent occupiers, alongside a range of cafés and restaurants. Nearby occupiers include Holland & Barrett, Sue Ryder, Café Lounge, Pizza Express, Wards, Martin & Co, Costa and Wetherspoons.

Date on Market:

27/04/2026

Sevenoaks Office, Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

15/05/2026

Edenbridge Retail to Rent

The property is situated on Farmstead Drive, a busy predominantly residential area, and forming part of a new development of twenty three residential properties, 64 parking spaces and a community hall. Comprises a newly built retail/business unit on the ground floor. The unit will be handed over in shell condition with capped off services, ready for an occupiers fit out. The property is considered suitable for a number of commercial uses, subject to the necessary consents

Property Type:

Build-to-Rent

Date on Market:

08/04/2026

New Romney Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

05/04/2026

Gillingham Retail to Rent - Gillingham, Kent

An excellent opportunity to lease a prominently positioned corner commercial unit located on Canterbury Street, Gillingham. This highly visible premises benefits from strong passing footfall and vehicular traffic, making it ideal for a wide range of business uses.

Date on Market:

11/03/2026

Folkestone Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

05/03/2026

Hythe Retail to Rent

High St, Hythe.Situated on the High Street, there are numerous retail outlets such as WH Smiths, Boots, Iceland and several independent shops all in the vicinity in the picturesque Cinque Port Town of Hythe, approximately 4 miles from the Channel Tunnel terminal and Folkestone. The town centre offers a range of Multiple Retailers and banks and enjoys a wide variety of retail outlets and businesses giving a good mixed trading environment. Sandling mainline railway station, the M20 motorway and Ports of Dover and Folkestone are also easily accessed by car.

Date on Market:

24/02/2026

Folkestone Retail to Rent

The property is situated in a very prominent position in Cheriton Road (B2064) in a parade of shops including KFC, Morrisons and a number of independent retailers in close proximity. Parking is readily available outside the property with 1 hour bays and is free after 6pm. The property is based in Cheriton within walking distance to Folkestone West train station which has direct links to London St Pancras within 56 minutes on HS1. The Port of Dover is approx. 9 miles east with links to the continent.

Date on Market:

24/02/2026

Gillingham Retail to Rent - Gillingham, Kent

Well-presented commercial property, ideally located close to the hospital and offering flexible accommodation arranged over ground floor and basement levels.

Date on Market:

17/02/2026

Gravesend Office, Retail to Rent

Welcome to the bustling and lively heart of the Gravesend community! This restaurant presents an incredible opportunity to lease and operate a well-established neighbourhood favourite. Situated in a desirable location, this charming historical property adjacent to The Old Town hall, has been a cherished gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.

Date on Market:

08/06/2026

Folkestone Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

27/01/2026

Herne Bay Retail to Rent

A truly distinctive and prominent commercial property situated in a prime High Street position, offering an exciting opportunity for a wide range of businesses. Originally the town’s Methodist Church, this striking building has been thoughtfully converted into a spacious commercial unit extending to approximately 258 square metres. The property retains its impressive architectural character while providing a versatile and highly usable internal layout, making it ideal for retailers, studios, wellness operators, professional services, or other innovative business concepts seeking a standout presence. The property benefits from Use Class E (Shops and Retail), allowing a broad range of commercial activities. Occupiers wishing to operate outside of this class would need to discuss a change of use with the local authority. Thanks to its commanding frontage and eye-catching design, this is a building that truly stands out on the High Street and enjoys excellent visibility and passing footfall. It represents a rare chance to trade from a landmark premises in the heart of the town. Nestled on Kent’s picturesque north coast, Herne Bay offers the charm of a traditional seaside town combined with the ease of modern living. Just over 90 minutes from London by train, with excellent connections via the A299 and M2, Herne Bay provides an ideal balance: The tranquility of the coast with swift access to the capital and beyond. A Vibrant Seafront Lifestyle The seafront is the town’s crown jewel – a sweeping promenade lined with colourful beach huts, expansive shingle beaches, and uninterrupted sea views. Residents enjoy invigorating morning walks along the pier, leisurely afternoons on the beach, and golden sunsets across the bay. For those with an active lifestyle, sailing, paddleboarding, and cycling along the coastal trails are on the doorstep. Dining & Social Experiences Herne Bay has evolved into a hub of sophisticated seaside dining. From elegant seafood restaurants serving the day’s catch to stylish cafés and wine bars perfect for evening gatherings, the town offers a growing collection of culinary highlights. Local bistros and family-run establishments sit alongside contemporary eateries, creating a dining scene as diverse as it is refined. Things to See & Do Life in Herne Bay is steeped in heritage and leisure. Explore the iconic clock tower, one of the oldest purpose-built seaside landmarks in the UK, or Reculver Towers. Boutique shops, art galleries, and weekly markets bring a sense of community vibrancy, while nearby Whitstable and Canterbury offer further opportunities for further Boutiques and High Street shopping. The Essence of Seaside Living Herne Bay embodies coastal living at its finest – a blend of relaxation, recreation, and refinement. With the sea at the heart of daily life and London within easy reach, it’s the perfect location for those seeking a stylish seaside retreat without compromising on connectivity or convenience.

Property Type:

Specialist

Date on Market:

21/01/2026