9 English Street, Carlisle
Cumbria, CA3 8JW
100% PRIME SHOP IN THE HEART OF CARLISLE CITY CENTRE.
- SITUATED ON THE BUSY AND ESTABLISHED ENGLISH STREET
- OVERLOOKING THE TOWN HALL IN BEST TRADING LOCATION
- ADJACENT TO PRIMARK AND THE LANES SHOPPING CENTRE
- NEW MULTI-MILLION POUND REGENERATION OF CITY CENTRE PEDESTRIANISED AREA RECENTLY COMPLETED TO FRONT
- HIGHLY VISIBLE GLASS FRONTAGE
- FLEXIBLE OPEN PLAN LAYOUT
- SUITABLE FOR A VARIETY OF RETAIL OR SERVICE-BASED USES (SUBJECT TO CONSENT)
- OTHER OCCUPIERS INCLUDE COSTA, TRAILFINDERS, HOTEL CHOCOLATE, SOSTRENE GRENE
- NEW STARBUCKS OPENING SOON CLOSE BY
Location
The property occupies a strategic position within Carlisle city centre on English Street, one of the city’s primary commercial thoroughfares and a well-established retail destination. The area benefits from consistent pedestrian flow generated by its proximity to the pedestrianised shopping core, public transport facilities, and nearby car parking. English Street links directly with key retail pitches and provides access to a diverse mix of national multiples, independent businesses, cafés, and professional services. This vibrant commercial environment supports strong daytime activity and offers excellent visibility and accessibility for retailers seeking a prominent and convenient city centre trading location.
Floor Plans & EPC
LOCATION
The property occupies a strategic position within Carlisle city centre on English Street, one of the city’s primary commercial thoroughfares and a well-established retail destination.
The area benefits from consistent pedestrian flow generated by its proximity to the pedestrianised shopping core, public transport facilities, and nearby car parking. English Street links directly with key retail pitches and provides access to a diverse mix of national multiples, independent businesses, cafés, and professional services. This vibrant commercial environment supports strong daytime activity and offers excellent visibility and accessibility for retailers seeking a prominent and convenient city centre trading location.
DESCRIPTION
The premises comprise a well-presented self-contained ground floor retail unit benefiting from a prominent frontage and strong natural light throughout, with the potential for first and second floor storage and/or sales subject to suitable access.
The accommodation is arranged to provide an open plan sales area, together with rear ancillary space that can be utilised for storage, office use, or staff functions. The layout is flexible and would lend itself to a range of occupiers including retailers, service providers, showroom users, or professional operators seeking visible and accessible city centre accommodation.
EPC
9 English Street – C-55
Copies can be obtained from Walton Goodland or via the Government website at https://www.gov.uk/find-energy-certificate
VAT
VAT is payable in addition to the rent.
ACCOMMODATION
The property comprises the following approximate areas:-
Ground Floor
Sales – 1,410 Sq. ft. (131 Sq. m.)
Store – 664 Sq. ft. (60 Sq. m.)
SERVICES
Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property. None of the services or associated plant has been tested.
LEASE
A new lease for a term of years to be agreed on full repairing and insuring terms.
RENT
£36,000 per annum, exclusive of VAT, business rates and all other outgoings.
BUSINESS RATES
The subject property is currently assessed for Business Rates as follows:-
Rateable Value – £45,500 decreasing to £37,000 (April 2026)
Note – Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Relief ends on 31 March 2026 and will be replaced by a new reduced Uniform Business Rate multiplier of £0.382.
Interested parties should access the Government website at www.gov.uk/find-business-rates for further information.
VIEWINGS & CONTACT
All enquiries to Walton Goodland
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Last updated: 16th March 2026 - 3:20 pm