Shops & Retail Units to Rent in South West, England

West Parley Retail to Rent - East Dorset

The property occupies a most prominent corner location at Parley Crossroads junction immediately opposite Tesco Express and diagonally opposite the ongoing Bellway Homes Development of over 350 homes and Lidl Supermarket. There is car parking available on the front service road and on street parking along New Road towards Bournemouth.

Date on Market:

04/02/2026

Swindon Retail to Rent

The property comprises a ground floor retail unit previously occupied by Claire’s. The unit provides an open plan sales area with a prominent shopfront to the main mall, offering strong visibility and display frontage. Ancillary accommodation is arranged to the rear for storage and welfare facilities. The unit is accessed from the principal centre concourse, with additional rear access via delivery doors from the service yard. There is no dedicated WC within the unit; occupiers utilise the shopping centre’s communal facilities. Heating is by way of ceiling-mounted comfort cooling cassette, and we are advised that there is no gas supply serving the unit. 1 car parking space is provided.

Date on Market:

04/02/2026

Swindon Retail to Rent

The Old Joinery Workshop is a self-contained, secure commercial unit offering approximately 1,460 sq ft of internal floor area. Externally, the property benefits from shared yard access, facilitating deliveries and servicing. Its corner position, functional layout, and adaptable accommodation make it an attractive option for occupiers seeking affordable and versatile workspace.

Date on Market:

03/02/2026

Dorchester Retail to Rent

The premises currently comprise a cafe/restaurant over 2 floors with room for approximately 40 covers on ground floor with fitted kitchen and customer WC's to the rear. There is a basement that is currently used for storage but has been used for seating in the past. Air conditioning/heating. Garden/carparking space to the rear. Approx 1,173sqft over the 2 floors. 20 High East Street is a long established commercial location with a mix of public houses, hotels, shops, restaurants and takeaways The premises are directly opposite Woods furniture store and close to the Kings Arms Hotel. The premises are situated on the corner of High East Street and Church Street (leading into Acland Road/Charles Street) which is a highly prominent junction in this position. High East Street/High West Street is the old Roman road passing through east/west through the town from London Road to the east and Bridport Road to the west. Simply follow this road through and the property is 100m east of the Corn Exchange/Cornhill junction.

Date on Market:

29/01/2026

Swindon Retail to Rent

Swindon is the largest commercial centre in Wiltshire and lies approximately 80 miles west of London, 40 miles east of Bristol and west of Reading. The town has excellent transport links with direct access to Junctions 15 & 16 of the M4 motorway. Havelock Street lies just south of Havelock Square and is a pedestrianised street favoured by independent retailers, restaurants, café’s and charity shops.

Date on Market:

28/01/2026

Plymouth Retail to Rent

Plymouth is the largest port City on the south coast of England with population of around 265,000. The property is situated in the heart of the town centre on New George Street close to the junction with Armada Way. Nearby retailers include, Costa Coffee, Evans Cycles, Greggs, Flannels, Superdrug and Boots.

Date on Market:

26/01/2026

Weston Super Mare Retail to Rent - Weston-Super-Mare

The central position ensures strong passing trade throughout the day and evening, presenting a rare opportunity to secure a large-capacity restaurant unit in one of Weston-super-Mare’s most established commercial areas.

Date on Market:

20/01/2026

Bristol Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

16/01/2026

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

14/01/2026

Bath Retail to Rent

The city of Bath is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its architecture and history. The city attracts in excess of 6 million tourists each year, as well as being a major shopping destination for the South West. Situated at the eastern end of Lower Borough Walls, the subject property benefits from prominent frontage onto the crossing connecting Southgate Street, Stall Street and St Lawrence Street. The subject premises offer a unique opportunity to secure representation within the heart of the city, opposite to Southgate Shopping Centre, Marks & Spencer, Metro Bank, EE and in close proximity to the 5 star Gainsborough Bath Spa Hotel.

Date on Market:

02/01/2026

Taunton Retail to Rent

Taunton, population circa 65,000, is situated to the north of the M5 Motorway some 55 miles south-west of Bristol. The Lisieux Way Shopping Centre is located approximately one mile to the east of the town centre, within a densely populated residential district. The centre provides a supermarket, and five unit shops. Adjoining occupiers include Tesco Express, Sue Ryder Charity Shop, Somerset Bakehouse, Many Ho’s Chinese, and Tone Vets. The busy shopping centre provides daily needs shopping for the large surrounding residential population.

Date on Market:

10/12/2025

Gloucester Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

09/01/2026

Sparkford Retail to Rent

Wakes Garage on the A303 in Sparkford, Yeovil, presents a prime roadside retail opportunity featuring a modern drive-thru facility. The property comprises a modular building of approximately 3,100 sq ft, situated on a site of around 1 acre with 45 dedicated parking spaces. Designed for high-volume customer flow, the property is ideal for quick-service restaurants or similar retail uses. Its strategic location and adaptable layout make it a compelling choice for operators seeking strong visibility and accessibility.

Date on Market:

08/12/2025

Kingsand Retail to Rent

This property comprises a freehouse pub in one of the most sought after coastal village locations in the region. This historic and characterful Grade II Listed property is understood to have originally been constructed around 1740 and stands mid-terrace amongst other buildings of similar character, immediately opposite the beach and enjoying uninterrupted sea views.

Date on Market:

05/01/2026

Stroud Retail to Rent

The property occupies a prominent location on the corner of George Street and King Street in the heart of Stroud town centre. Conveniently located opposite the pedestrianised King Street main shopping street and entrance to the rejuvenated Five Valleys Shopping centre. The town’s bus and train stations are also a short walking distance.

Date on Market:

01/01/2026

Yeovil Retail to Rent

The premises at 8–10 South Western Terrace, Yeovil, BA20 1NB comprise a versatile ground floor retail/restaurant unit suitable for a wide range of uses falling under Use Class E. The property has successfully accommodated both retail and restaurant operators for more than four decades, benefiting from its highly prominent position on South Western Terrace. This visibility, combined with strong footfall and excellent presence onto one of Yeovil’s key commercial frontages, has contributed to its long-standing appeal. As a result, this is the first time in over 40 years that the premises have been made available to let on the open market. The unit will be handed over in a ‘white box’ condition, providing a clean, flexible shell ready for the incoming tenant to complete their own bespoke fit-out to suit their operational requirements. The property provides 1,706 sq ft of internal accommodation, offering a generous and flexible trading area suitable for a variety of layout configurations. In addition, the premises benefit from an external forecourt seating area of approximately 129 sq ft, enhancing the opportunity for outdoor dining, display, or customer waiting space, subject to the occupier’s requirements.

Date on Market:

19/12/2025

Exeter Retail to Rent

The property comprises a ground floor retail area with glazed shop display windows facing onto both Cowick Street and Cecil Street. The first floor accommodation is currently configured as two office/store rooms plus WC, shower and kitchenette. To the rear of the building, there is a small yard plus a small lean- to store and separate storeroom. Situated in the heart of St Thomas, 32 Cowick Street occupies a highly visible corner position directly opposite the well-established St Thomas Neighbourhood Shopping Centre. This busy suburban retail hub serves a large residential catchment and lies approximately 2 miles west of Exeter city centre.

Date on Market:

17/12/2025

Bournemouth Retail to Rent

Situated within The Sovereign Centre in Boscombe, Bournemouth, this property enjoys a prominent position near the Penny Lane entrance, surrounded by a diverse mix of national retailers such as Lidl, Poundland, JD Sports, and Boots. The building benefits from high footfall, with the shopping centre attracting approximately 5.2 million visitors annually. The unit itself is a substantial former Wilko store, offering expansive accommodation over two floors with a prominent frontage, easy lift access, and direct proximity to a 625-space multi-storey car park featuring disabled bays and electric vehicle charging points. This combination of location and building features makes it an attractive option for a wide range of occupiers.

Date on Market:

10/12/2025

Cheltenham Retail to Rent

With a population of around 120,000, Cheltenham is an important regional shopping location serving an extensive catchment area. The town is renowned for its range and quality of shopping, the various important race meetings and numerous cultural festivals which attract many visitors throughout the year. The town benefits from good transport connections to the Midlands and South West with Junctions 10 & 11 of the M5 motorway located approximately 4 miles to the West of the town centre providing direct access to Bristol and Birmingham.

Date on Market:

01/12/2025

East Chinnock Retail to Rent

Barrows Hill Garage is a prominent roadside vehicle sales premises, providing a mix of forecourt sales display areas, workshops with modern fitted offices and storage yards, set upon a site of approx. 0.66 acres. The premises and site have been occupied and operational for 15 years + and are now being offered to let, due to retirement. The main building is situated in the centre of the site and provides clear span, workshop accommodation that is accessed via a commercial loading door. The workshop provides space for 3 no. vehicle hoists plus a 2 no. car valet bay and storage areas. (Workshop equipment available by separate negotiation). The offices feature a customer entrance/reception with 3 no. office rooms off, plus a staff kitchen and WC facilities. The forecourt is surfaced to a level concrete surface finish with drainage and provides space for 60 no. presented cars. The roadside display frontage runs the full width of the site, extending approx. 90 metres, with 2 no. vehicle entrances available, having direct access off the A30. The rear yard provides overflow space for 30-35 no. cars. The site also features a car wash-down area with holding tanks.

Date on Market:

08/12/2025

Stroud Retail to Rent

The property is prominently situated on Kendrick Street, one of the prime pedestrianised shopping streets in the town. Within close proximity, are several well established traders as well as the principal shoppers’ car parks.

Date on Market:

01/12/2025

Stroud Retail to Rent

The property is located on Nelson Street in Stroud town centre, close to the junction with High Street and Parliament Street. The property is conveniently located to the pedestrianised retail zone, and the renowned (Farmers’) Market Square and is walking distance from the train station.

Date on Market:

01/12/2025

Chippenham Retail to Rent

The property comprises a floor lock-up business (Class E) unit situated over ground, first and second floors. The property has rendered elevations under a pitched tiled roof and attractive retail frontage. The ground floor is open plan and broadly regular in shape, narrowing slightly to the rear. A staircase is set halfway back on the ground floor giving access to the first floor where additional sales space is provided in two rooms, front and rear, along with a small staff kitchen and single WC. A further staircase allows access to the upper top floor, again split into two rooms off the stairs provides additional storage space. The property is located on Market Place in Chippenham, one of the principal shopping streets in the town.

Date on Market:

01/12/2025