Shops & Retail Units to Rent in North East, England

Bishop Auckland Retail to Rent

Ideally positioned within an excellent trading position on Newgate Street in the Market town of Bishop Auckland with surrounding units including Specsavers, Poundland and Homefair Blinds. Bishop Auckland is a well- established market town which has recently been the beneficiary of a lot of inward investment and. Durham City is approximately 12 miles to the north east and Darlington is approximately 13.5 miles to the south.

Date on Market:

23/06/2025

Bedlington Retail to Rent

The subject property comprises a ground floor double fronted unit within a two-storey end-terraced building of stone construction under a slate covered pitched roof. The subject property occupies a prominent central position on Front Street West comprising the former TSB Bank premises in Bedlington town centre. The property offers excellent visibility, making it ideal for a wide range of uses, subject to planning. Bedlington is located in south-east Northumberland and is a growing market town currently undergoing regeneration. It lies approximately 2 miles west of the A189 Spine Road, which provides easy access to Newcastle, Ashington, Morpeth, and the Northumberland coast. The town centre boasts a variety of shops and services, including a Co-Op food store, Greggs, Chisholm Bookmakers and a selection of independent traders such as barbers, hair and beauty salons, local eateries and pubs. Front Street West is the primary commercial spine of the town. There are multiple bus stops within a short walk, providing frequent services to surrounding areas. The nearest train station is approximately 1.3 miles away, which is due to reopen later this year, with additional stations at Cramlington and Pegswood. The Northumberland line reopened in December 2024, offering passenger services between Newcastle and Ashington.

Date on Market:

29/05/2025

Sunderland Retail to Rent

The subject property is prominently located on the bustling retail parade of Sea Road in Fulwell, a well-established and highly sought-after commercial area. Sea Road is renowned for its vibrant mix of businesses, including an array of retail shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a key shopping destination for both locals and visitors. The property benefits from a prime position on the A1081, a major arterial route that ensures excellent connectivity to Sunderland City Centre and the surrounding districts. This strategic location provides high visibility and foot traffic. Additionally, the property is within walking distance of Seaburn Metro Station, which offers convenient and frequent services to Sunderland City Centre, the coastal towns of Seaburn and South Shields, and the neighbouring city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

Date on Market:

22/05/2025

Gateshead Retail to Rent

These commercial premises are located on Durham Road (A167) which runs through Low Fell and links Newcastle and Gateshead with the A1(M) Western Bypass. Low Fell is a popular and sought-after residential suburb with good schools, amenities and this unit is in the centre of the main busy shopping district.

Date on Market:

13/05/2025

Thornaby Retail to Rent - Thornaby-on-Tees

Date on Market:

03/02/2025

Sunderland Retail to Rent

A car showroom with associated offices and workshop facilities of steel frame construction with a combination of brick, block and profile sheet cladding to elevations set beneath a multi-pitched profile sheet roof. Internally the premises provide a glazed 6-8 vehicle showroom with tiled floors linked to an ancillary office area. Workshop facilities including 9 ramps, valeting and wash bays are to the rear accessed by four loading doors. A prominent position fronting Wessington Way, the main arterial route between Sunderland City Centre and the A19 which provides access to the national road network. Adjacent to the property is Wessington Retail Park supporting occupiers such as McDonalds and KFC.

Date on Market:

07/04/2025

Chester Le Street Retail to Rent - Durham

The property comprises a two-storey mid-terraced building of brick construction under a slate covered pitched roof, comprising a ground floor shop with integral office/ancillary space to the first floor. The shop benefits from a single glazed timber framed shop front with recessed entrance doorway. There is level access to the front. Internally, the shop has carpeted floor, plastered walls and a suspended ceiling with integral lighting. Chester-le-Street is a busy market town located approximately 10 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne and 6 miles north of Durham City. The town benefits from a main line railway station and easy access to the A1(M) Motorway. The premises are situated on Front Street, which is the principal shopping street within the town centre. Nearby retailers include Specsavers, Cooplands, Greggs, Superdrug and Subway. There are also a number of estate agents and High Street Banks nearby, including Lloyds. There are also Tesco and Morrison’s supermarkets within the town centre.

Date on Market:

01/04/2025

Bishop Auckland Retail to Rent

Substantial retail premises over 3 floors available to let, in the heart of Bishop Auckland with a flexible lease available. Situated in a prominent position on Bishop Auckland's high street. The ground floor unit has approx. 3000sqft of retail space, whilst the second/third floor contains additional storage space, kitchen and WC.

Date on Market:

26/03/2025

Bishop Auckland Office / Retail to Rent

Bishop Auckland town centre has a range of businesses including a mix of retail stores, food outlets, local independent stores as well as financial services including banks. The town centre has undergone major investment to improve local services as well as provide the town with attractions such as the Mining Art Gallery, Auckland Tower, Auckland Castle, Deer Park and Walled Gardens as well as the new attractions such as the Spanish Art Gallery and Faith Museum. The town centre is also host to an array of popular annual events such as the Food Festival, and Kynren - the open air live action show, which attract thousands of people from much further afield every year.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

19/08/2025

Sunderland Retail to Rent

The subject property is located on High Street West in Sunderland city centre. High Street West is one of the main retail parades within the city centre where there are several large and major developments nearby, including the iconic Riverside Development, Mackie’s Corner and a highly anticipated selection of bars beneath the recently constructed Holiday Inn Hotel including the Botanist. The subject property lies immediately adjacent Primark, with other surrounding occupiers being Domino’s, Boots and McDonalds, driving high levels of footfall.

Date on Market:

20/03/2025

Guisborough Retail to Rent

The property comprises a semi detached building of traditional masonry construction arranged over 3 floors on a site of 0.1 acres. The property is prominently situated fronting Fountain Street, close to Westgate, the main retail area and Cleveland Gate Retail Park. The premise is located near the junction of Chaloner Street and Fountain Street. The property is in close proximity to Guisborough train station.

Date on Market:

27/02/2025

Shilbottle Retail to Rent - Alnwick

Shilbottle is a small village 3 miles south east of Alnwick. It lies 5 miles from the coast of Alnmouth and is close to the A1. The properties have been constructed within a former working men’s club. The building has off road parking to the front and side and the benefit of rear access for loading and servicing. The development is situated on Grange Road adjacent to a Morrisons Convenience Store and a recently opened pharmacy store. The premises are suitable for a variety of uses.

Date on Market:

06/02/2025

Great Lumley Retail to Rent

The property is located just off the front street at Great Lumley and has a good amount of parking available. Located in the popular village of Great Lumley.

Date on Market:

04/02/2025

Durham Retail to Rent - Thornley, County Durham

The property is situated in a prime position in the heart of historic Durham City Centre. The premises overlook the Market Place which links the busy Silver and Saddler Streets. The building is near to the Prince Bishops Shopping Centre where major redevelopment is planned to provide new student rooms and other retail accommodation. A number of occupiers including Boots, Halifax, Nationwide, Lloyds, Start Fitness , Next are situated nearby as detailed upon the attached street traders plan.

Date on Market:

28/01/2026

Newcastle Upon Tyne Retail to Rent

The property comprises a shopping centre over four floors known as Monument Mall. The building went through an £18 million redevelopment completing at the end of 2013. The property is located in centre of Newcastle with frontages to Blackett Street, Brunswick Place, Northumberland Court and Northumberland Street. There is direct access from Monument Metro into the Mall.

Date on Market:

27/01/2025

North Shields Retail to Rent

Royal Quays have come through a transition over the past couple of years. Now labelled Royal Quays Outlet and Independent Centre, the centre has been rejuvenated to complement the other key businesses within. Ranging from a Brewery, Garden Centre, Arcade Gaming Centre and Gym - all around your day-to-day shopping. Join already established, diverse tenant base with the likes of Next, Poundland, Costa, Dreams, Moss Bros, Trespass and Mountain Warehouse currently tenanting the building. Strategically located next to the Port of Tyne where over 700,000 passengers a year pass through. There are also over 27,800 homes within 1 mile of the centre, boasting substantial prospective visitors to the Centre. Travel to Royal Quays Outlet and Independant Store with ease being just a 10-minute walk to the nearest Metro Station that connects to Newcastle/Gateshead, Sunderland, the coast, and other surrounding areas. The recent transport improvements have also enhanced bus services, linking Wallsend and Whitely Bay within a 20-minute bus journey.

Date on Market:

21/09/2022

Gosforth Retail to Rent - Newcastle upon Tyne

The shop is located on the main High Street close to its junction with Station Road and Salters Road. Gosforth is an extremely sought-after residential suburb of Newcastle approximately 2 miles due north of the City centre with good schools, public transport links and local amenities. The location of the premises means that there are very high levels of both captive and passing trade and there is also a pay and display car park almost directly opposite the unit. Other High Street occupiers include Lloyds Bank, Sainsbury’s and Caffe Nero together with popular independent coffee shops, bars and restaurants. The unit would be suitable for a broad variety of uses, subject to any required consents, and was most recently occupied by an Estate Agency

Date on Market:

27/11/2024

Durham Retail to Rent - Thornley, County Durham

Durham is a historic city which lies approximately 18 miles to the south of Newcastle Upon Tyne and 13 miles west of Sunderland. The city boasts the world heritage sites Cathedral and Castle complex in the heart of the city centre. The subject property occupies a prime trading location on Silver Street, central Durham, attracting high footfall to the premises. Silver Street links Durham’s Market Place with the popular North Road which is home to an abundance of retailers.

Date on Market:

25/11/2024

Shildon Retail to Rent

The subject property is located in Shildon which is a village in County Durham. Shildon is situated 2 miles south east of Bishop Auckland and 11 miles north of Darlington. The property itself sits on the front of Church Street, which is surrounded by a number of well-known retailers including B&M Store and Ladbroke’s. It offers excellent transport links with bus stops surrounding the property and the nearest train station is only 1.5 miles away.

Date on Market:

08/10/2024

Bishop Auckland Retail to Rent

The retail and leisure scheme extends to approximately 164,000 sqft all on the ground floor (GIA) with 600 surface car parking spaces. With 2 remaining units a 2,000 sqft Drive Thru to sit at the front of the scheme with Popeyes Drive Thru, TUI, Greggs and Kaspas and 18,000 sqft in the main leisure terrace to sit alongside Reel Cinemas, 5 new restaurants, Puregym, Homebargains, and The Range. The scheme is ready for occupiers to fit out.

Date on Market:

23/09/2024

Newcastle Upon Tyne Retail to Rent

The property is located on Station Road which is on the north side of the River Tyne. Newburn is an expanding village approximately 8 miles due west of Newcastle and is easily found from the A1 Western Bypass via the A6085.

Date on Market:

16/08/2024

Newcastle Upon Tyne Retail to Rent

The suite is located at the eastern end of Byker Bridge close to the main roundabout at the end of Shields Road. This is an extremely busy location which fronts onto the A193 and is the main road heading east of Newcastle City centre towards Byker and Walker. The location is approximately 1.5 miles from Newcastle City Centre and there are numerous bus services into town from this area plus a Metro station at Byker.

Date on Market:

15/08/2024

Bishop Auckland Retail to Rent

Built in 1877, this property comprises two floors with a total area of 4,659 sq ft of retail space.

Date on Market:

12/08/2024