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Unit 2, 13 Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee, County Durham SR8 3PG

LARGE RETAIL UNIT IN EASINGTON – POTENTIAL TO SPLIT INTO TWO UNITS WITH A5 HOT FOOD LICENCE

£185.00
pw

(Monthly: £801.67)

UNIT 2, 13 SEASIDE LANE – A5 HOT FOOD LICENCE & POTENTIAL TO SPLIT INTO TWO UNITS!

Rent & Size

 

  • Rent: £800 per month (£185 per week)

  • Option to split: 2,500 sqft at £103.85 per week

  • Property Size: Approx. 4,500 sqft (418 sqm) – spacious, adaptable footprint

 


 

Transport & Parking

 

Well-served by local bus routes, with convenient on-street parking nearby for staff and customers, ensuring easy access to the unit.

 


 

Access

 

The property features a secure roller shutter at the entrance, complemented by two main front doors, providing flexible access options for both staff and customers, combining convenience with enhanced security.

 


 

Layout & Description

 

  • Large double-fronted unit on busy Seaside Lane

  • Flexible split options available

  • Office and staff facilities including W/C and kitchen

  • Requires refurbishment; landlord has reduced rent to support tenant works

 

A versatile commercial unit of approximately 4,500 sq ft (418 sqm), designed to support a wide range of business types:

 

  • Spacious open-plan area suitable for retail, office, or service-led operations

  • Prominent shop front providing excellent space for branding and display opportunities

  • On-street parking available nearby for staff and customers

  • Secure entrance with main door access, offering convenience and safety

 


 

Condition

 

The property is in poor condition and will require significant refurbishment to bring it up to a modern operational standard. The landlord has substantially reduced the rent and is open to reasonable tenant fit-out works under a licence-to-alter, giving new occupiers flexibility to tailor the space to their business needs.

 


 

Flexible Uses

 

Suitable for a wide range of Class E-type uses, including:

 

  • Retail or service-led shop front

  • Showroom with consultation space

  • Professional services office

  • Community or creative hub (STP)

  • Gym or fitness studio

  • Café or food-based business (A5 hot food licence available)

  • Medical or dental practice

 


 

Why It Appeals to Local/Small Businesses

 

Affordable and flexible, this unit on busy Seaside Lane offers excellent visibility, passing trade, and easy access for staff and customers. Ideal for local or small businesses looking to tailor a space to their brand and operations, with the potential to split the unit if required.

 


 

Location

 

Prominent position along Seaside Lane, surrounded by established local retailers including Co-operative Food and Boots, with strong footfall and excellent visibility in a busy mixed-use area.

 

Well-connected with good local bus routes to Peterlee and nearby villages, and convenient on-street parking for staff and customers, offering both accessibility and prominence.

 


 

Planning / Use

 

Historically used as a children’s soft play facility, the unit is suitable for a range of Class E-type uses, including retail, showroom, tuition/educational, community/charitable, wellness/consultation, and professional services, subject to consents. Prospective tenants should verify with the Local Planning Authority.

 


 

Business Rates

 

  • Current assessment: Shop & Premises: £14,750

  • Occupiers may be eligible for Small Business Rate Relief (potentially up to 100%)

  • Verify liability with Durham County Council

 


 

Lease Terms

 

  • New Full Repairing & Insuring (FRI) lease, term by negotiation, with regular rent reviews

  • Rent: £802 per month (£185 per week), exclusive

  • Incentives may be considered subject to covenant, term, and tenant works

  • Deposit/guarantor may be required

  • Available for early occupation, subject to contract and agreed works

 


 

Legal Costs

 

Each party to bear their own legal costs. The ingoing tenant is responsible for the landlord’s reasonable legal costs in the grant of the lease.

 


 

VAT

 

All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT.

 


 

Services & Compliance

 

Mains services are understood to be available. Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the presence, capacity, and compliance for their intended use.

 

Call us to discuss your requirements: 0191 477 5777