Retail property (high street) to rent
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Features and description
Venture Commercial are pleased to introduce this versatile Class E retail unit located in Bedford town centre, within the popular Church Arcade. Offering approximately 1,830 sq. ft. of flexible retail space, this property is spread across two floors, providing ample room for a range of retail or professional uses. The open-plan layout, combined with suspended ceilings, creates a modern and adaptable environment suitable for a variety of businesses. The property is also equipped with essential amenities, including WC and kitchen facilities, ensuring convenience for staff and customers.
One of the standout features of this unit is its floor-to-ceiling window frontage, providing outstanding visibility from Church Arcade, which sees a high level of foot traffic. The unit is also fitted with roller shutter doors for enhanced security, offering peace of mind for business owners. Previously used as a hair salon, the space can easily be adapted to suit other retail, office, or professional uses under the Class E designation.
This retail unit is available to let at £17,500 per annum under a full repairing and insuring lease. Additionally, the property holds an energy efficiency rating of B-48, reflecting its energy-conscious design. Its prime location within Church Arcade offers a dynamic and thriving setting, surrounded by a mix of established businesses, making it an excellent opportunity for new or expanding enterprises.
Bedford’s Church Arcade is a key feature of the town centre, providing a covered retail thoroughfare that links Harpur Street and Church Square. This central location ensures high footfall, supported by its position in the main pedestrianised area close to a variety of retailers, food outlets, and leisure businesses. The arcade itself is home to a mix of tenants, making it a vibrant destination for shopping and services.
The town enjoys excellent transport connections, with Bedford station offering frequent rail services to London St Pancras in just 40 minutes, alongside connections to regional hubs such as Nottingham and Brighton. The nearby bus station provides convenient access to local and regional routes, further enhancing accessibility.
For road links, Bedford benefits from its strategic location between the A1 and M1, with the A421 southern bypass providing a direct route between these major arterial roads. The A428 connects the town to Cambridge and Northampton, while the A6 links Bedford to Luton and Kettering. These connections ensure ease of access for visitors, businesses, and residents alike.
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