Shops & Retail Units to Rent in South East, England

Bognor Regis Retail to Rent

It is a very popular seaside town in bognor Regis. People from all over the UK do visit this place as it is renowned for it's coastal vibes. Prime, high-visibility location with consistent foot traffic and strong local demand. The surrounding area supports steady sales, making this an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or investor to maximize profitability. Outstanding location in a busy, well-established area with regular customer flow. This business is perfectly positioned for growth, offering a proven opportunity to generate strong and sustainable profits.

Date on Market:

09/02/2026

Ockley Retail to Rent

An end-terrace property of mainly brick construction which comprises several buildings of different ages and designs. The front section has mainly painted elevations being of two and single floors above ground level under pitched tile roof coverings. Located to the rear are several connected single storey flat roof extension and a pitched glass roof conservatory area. External areas include a landscaped garden and a separate car-park to the north. The two plots extend to approximately 0.95 acres. The property is closed to trade and previously operated as a privately run public house, restaurant and rooms. Internally, the property benefits from a multi-section trading area which provides a variety of flexible seating arrangements as follows; front bar, dining and soft seats (50), rear restaurant (32) and conservatory (44). Located to the rear of the main property is a mature landscaped customer garden and a covered section under a pitched roof timber frame construction. Located to the north of the property is a separate gravel car-park area. There is additional off-road parking opposite. Ancillary space includes a trade kitchen, storage and wash-up facilities, customer WCs and ground floor beer cellar.

Property Type:

Hospitality

Date on Market:

09/02/2026

Wantage Retail to Rent

The premises are situated in the centre of Wantage, an attractive market town located approximately fifteen miles to the south west of Oxford and eighteen miles to the east of Swindon. The A417 provides a direct link to the A34 trunk road which provides access to both the M4 and M40 motorways.

Date on Market:

06/02/2026

Beaconsfield Retail to Rent

The property comprises building of brick and block construction arranged over three floors. The ground floor provides eight retail units with residential accommodation on the upper floors. The property is located in Beaconsfield's New Town and Beaconsfield Railway Station is also in close proximity.

Date on Market:

05/02/2026

Caterham Retail to Rent

Situated in a prominent position on the corner of Croydon Road (B2208) and Station Avenue (B2030), opposite Church Walk Shopping Centre and multi-storey car park in Caterham town centre. Neighbouring occupiers include; Waitrose, Costa, KFC, Coughlans, Rawlings, Euronics, Pizza Express, McDonalds, Caffe Nero, RSPCA, Clarkes, Lidl, Subway, Cancer Research, Papa Johns, Magnet Kitchens, as well as other independent and local traders.

Date on Market:

05/02/2026

Reading Office / Retail, Retail to Rent

Prime town centre opportunity to occupy a substantial retail / leisure unit in Reading. The property benefits from a renewable lease with approx 9?years remaining, offering long-term trading security. • Gross Internal Area: Approx 2,300?sq?ft ground floor retail space plus 1,200?sq?ft basement – ideal for storage or ancillary use. • Use Class: Class E – suitable for retail, café/restaurant, leisure, or service uses (subject to planning). • Business Rates: £25,000 p.a., currently discounted to approx £15,000 p.a. (subject to confirmation). • Lease: Renewable lease with approx 9?years remaining. Location & Benefits: • Prime Central Location: A key route into Reading town centre, adjacent to main shopping streets. • High Footfall Retail Environment: Close to The Oracle Shopping Centre, Broad Street pedestrianised area, cafés and restaurants, attracting strong pedestrian flows. • Excellent Connectivity: Approx 5-minute walk to Reading railway station, with direct links to London (including Crossrail) and regional destinations. • Vibrant Retail Catchment: Reading is a thriving South East town centre with strong consumer spending and a large regional catchment. This unit represents an excellent opportunity for an operator seeking a substantial, well-connected town centre presence with secure lease terms and excellent visibility.

Date on Market:

04/02/2026

High Wycombe Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

04/02/2026

Eastbourne Retail to Rent

The property is positioned within a short walking distance of Eastbourne mainline railway station, providing direct rail services to London and the wider South East. The Beacon Shopping Centre, town hall, council offices and a range of national and independent occupiers are all close by, reinforcing the area’s role as a key commercial and civic hub.

Date on Market:

03/02/2026

Andover Retail to Rent

Town Centre, ground floor, office / retail premises with suspended ceiling, recessed lighting, kitchenette, and WC located in a prominent town centre position in Bridge Street, overlooking Andover High Street, and close to several town centre car parks.

Date on Market:

03/02/2026

Banstead Retail to Rent

The property occupies a prominent position on Banstead High Street, a thriving retail and commercial centre in an affluent residential area. Banstead is approximately 13 miles south-west of Central London, 5 miles west of Croydon, and 7 miles south-east of Kingston. The premises benefit from a strong High Street location with nearby national and independent retailers, ensuring high footfall.

Date on Market:

03/02/2026

Milton Keynes Retail to Rent - Castlethorpe

Date on Market:

28/01/2026

Surbiton Retail to Rent

The premises are situated on the Ewell Road

Date on Market:

28/01/2026

Andover Retail to Rent

The premises comprise purpose built retail premises as part of a three storey mixed use scheme. It comprises a One Stop Convenience Store and four retail units. There is an adjoining dedicated car park with around 45 spaces servicing the development. Each unit will be finished to a shell with shopfront and WC facilities ready for fitting out. The site occupies a prominent position in the centre of the development.

Date on Market:

28/01/2026

Andover Retail to Rent - Ludgershall

Prominent ground floor shop divided into three areas plus store with suspended ceiling, recessed lighting & WC located on the High Street in the centre of Ludgershall.

Date on Market:

28/01/2026

Bexhill On Sea Retail to Rent - Rother

The property comprises a former banking hall built c.1900, arranged on basement, ground, first, second and third floors. The property benefits from extensive frontages to both Devonshire Road and St Leonards Road. There is separate access to the self-contained upper floors from Devonshire Road, with a secondary means of escape via a small service yard off of St Leonard's Road.

Date on Market:

27/01/2026

Folkestone Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

27/01/2026

Sittingbourne Retail to Rent

Premium Required - Prominent corner premises previously trading as an Indian Restaurant, in good decorative order and furnished to accommodate 65 covers on the ground floor, with a fully equipped bar, customer toilets, staff WC and office. The first floor (accessed via a separate front entrance), benefitting from a further seating area for 65 covers, bar, fully equipped kitchen, with a comprehensive inventory of commercial equipment (available on request), wash up area, cellar/store area and outside yard.

Date on Market:

26/01/2026

Minster Lovell Retail to Rent

A detached property of brick construction being of two floors above ground level with rendered and painted elevations under a pitched slate roof. Located to each side are single storey pitched roof extensions and to the rear is a single storey pitched slate roof lean-to extension. The left side plot benefits from a dual entrance from the Burford Road leading to tarmac car-park; to the right side is a stone driveway and parking area leading to the undeveloped paddock. The property is located across two titles: ON257135 (Freehold) 1.069 acres & ON222847 (Freehold) 1.023 acres , total 2.092 acres. The property is not listed nor located in a conservation area, flood zone or Green Belt. The property is located in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Under the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development)(England) Order 2015 (as amended) the property should be under the category Sui Generis (public house) with ancillary living accommodation. The patio to the rear is under a pergola (previously 86 seats) with ample space for bench seating in the large garden and paddock, all overlooking the valley. Additional features to the rear include a "pizza kitchen" and to the east side are raised planters and the adjacent paddock. The property is located on the edge of Minster Lovell, which is a semi-rural Cotswolds village parts of which are situated on the River Windrush. The property benefits from a prominent position on the Burford Road (B4047); located to the south is residential housing and to the north are uninterrupted elevated views across the Windrush valley. Located 1.4 miles to the east is a built up light industrial area with a wide range of commercial occupiers. The property is within West Oxfordshire District Council.

Date on Market:

26/01/2026

Andover Retail to Rent

The premises comprise a ground floor lock up shop unit benefiting from a double window display frontage and central entrance door, leading to an open plan sales area, with partitioned utility/stockroom. In addition, there is a fitted rear kitchen with separate WC facilities. The premises have a vinyl floor covering with painted internal walls and ceiling, with fitted lighting.

Date on Market:

23/01/2026

Slough Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

22/01/2026

Windsor Retail to Rent

Hiltons Estates are delighted to offer this fantastic leasehold shop opportunity. Ideally positioned and available with a new renewable lease, this premises presents an excellent chance for entrepreneurs or investors to acquire a running business with low overheads and strong growth potential. Rent: £10,500 per annum Business Rates: Currently NIL (clients are advised to make their own enquiries) Tenure: 1 year lease, renewable Business for Sale: £40,000 (plus stock at valuation) Opening Hours: Currently trading Monday–Sunday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm This is a rare opportunity to secure a well-located retail space with flexible lease terms and an established operation in place.

Date on Market:

22/01/2026

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

Gillingham Retail to Rent - Gillingham, Kent

Situated on a busy road in Gillingham, this commercial premises benefits from excellent visibility and high footfall. Offering great potential, the property is ideal for a start-up business or an established operator looking to expand into a larger space.

Date on Market:

21/01/2026