• Prominent town centre position
• Attractive 4-storey Grade II Listed period stone building
• Ground floor sales area 16.2 sqm (174 sqft)
• Upper floor office and storage accommodation
• Available immediately with vacant possession
• Prominent town centre position
• Attractive 4-storey Grade II Listed period stone building
• Ground floor sales area 16.2 sqm (174 sqft)
• Upper floor office and storage accommodation
• Available immediately with vacant possession
Location
Penrith is a market town, situated just to the north-east of the Lake District National Park, with a population of around 15,000. Traditionally a farming area, the town also has local and regional businesses and tourist trade throughout the year. It is at J40 of the M6, which links with the west-east A66 trunk road, and 20 miles south of Carlisle and has a railway station on the West Coast Main Line. Local facilities include two secondary schools, a range of independent shops, pubs, cafes, a leisure centre and auction mart. Major retailers in the town include Argos, Peacocks, B&M, B&Q, Boots, Booths, Sainsburys, WH Smiths, Morrisons, Aldi and M&S Foodhall. The property lies in the ‘narrows’ on the main shopping street in the centre of Penrith providing an excellent retail or service position.
Description
The property comprises a period Grade II Listed 4-storey stone building with pitched tiled roofs. The ground floor sales area has a display window and the upper floors provide useful ancillary office and storage accommodation with a toilet on the third floor. In addition, a basement is accessed via a hatch from the ground floor.
Accommodation & Floor Areas
| Floor | Description | Sqm | Sqft |
| Ground | Sales Area | 16.2 | 174 |
| First | Office | 12.7 | 137 |
| Second | Office | 15.9 | 171 |
| Third | Office/ Store | 16.7 | 180 |
| Net Frontage 3.00m 9’10” | |||
| Shop Depth 5.10m 16’9” |
All references to areas and dimensions are deemed to be approximate.
Services
We are advised that the property is connection to mains water, electricity and drainage. No warranty is given regarding the working order of any appliances or services referred to in these particulars.
Fixtures & Fittings
Any items in the nature of fixtures and fittings not referred to in these particulars are excluded.
Tenure
We are advised the property is freehold and is offered with vacant possession.
Rates
Description in list: Shop & premises
Rateable Value: £6,500
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Rating: D.
A copy of the EPC is available on our website.
Planning
Prospective purchasers or tenants should satisfy themselves that their proposed use complies with all planning regulations by making inquiries with the local planning authority, Westmorland & Furness. The property is Grade II Listed and is in a No Conservation area.
Vat & Stamp Duty
All reference to price, premium or rent are deemed to be exclusive of VAT unless expressly stated otherwise. Stamp duty is liable at the prevailing rates.
Finance
If you require financial assistance, we can refer you to a local professional who can advise on sources of finance and prepare a business plan which most lenders now require.
Money Laundering Legislation
Estate Agents are obliged to obtain evidence of identity and proof of address of buyers and tenants to comply with Anti-Money Laundering Legislation, prior to acceptance of an offer.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents, Mere Commercial. Tel. 017684 83498. E-mail. [email protected] Date 15/02/2024
Please complete the form below to request a viewing for this property including your name, postal address, telephone number and email and in the comments box any relevant additional information such as whether you have a property to sell and/or require finance and for a letting property your proposed use.
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