Birley Street, Blackpool

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, double-fronted, two-story commercial property, superbly located in the heart of Blackpool Town Centre on Birley Street - one of Blackpool's busiest pedestrianized thoroughfares. Boasting an impressive total floor area of approx. 390 sqm (4,300 sq ft), with 318 sqm (3,420 sq ft) dedicated to prime retail space, this versatile property is ideally suited for a variety of uses (subject to planning). Formerly home to a popular book store café and a toy retailer, it offers flexible accommodation to meet a wide range of business needs.

Key Features:

Double-fronted retail frontage in a prominent pedestrianised location

Ground floor: 170 sqm sales area, office, two storage rooms, rear service staircase, boiler room

First floor: 148 sqm sales area, two storage rooms, two WCs, staff room

Extensive rear service yard with loading dock and staff parking for approx. four vehicles

Total internal area: 390 sqm (4,300 sq ft)

Retail area: 318 sqm (3,420 sq ft)

All main utility services connected

Estimated rental value: £1,300pcm

Local Area & Benefits
Birley Street sits at the very heart of Blackpool's retail and leisure district, offering exceptional footfall from locals and tourists alike. The street itself features Blackpool's distinctive "Brilliance" light and sound installation, creating a vibrant, illuminated walkway just 90 meters from the main promenade and the iconic Blackpool Tower (visible from the property's frontage).

Transport Links:

Blackpool North Train Station: 350 meters (approx. 4-minute walk), offering direct rail links to Preston, Manchester, and beyond.

Tram Stop (North Pier): 220 meters, providing fast, regular services along the Fylde Coast from Fleetwood to Starr Gate.

Bus Interchange (Corporation Street): 110 meters, connecting with local and regional bus services.

Talbot Road Multi-Storey Car Park: 220 meters (over 800 spaces for customer parking).

Local Amenities:

Houndshill Shopping Centre: 170 meters - home to major retailers, fashion outlets, and a bustling food court.

Blackpool Tower and Promenade: 90 meters.

Winter Gardens Conference & Event Centre: 140 meters.

Post Office: 60 meters.

Banks, restaurants, and national retailers: Within 50-250 meters.

Blackpool Council Offices: 210 meters.

Potential Uses:
With its flexible layout, excellent visibility, and generous space, the property lends itself to a variety of potential uses, including:

Retail showroom

Café, restaurant, or food retail

Health, beauty, or leisure studio

Professional services or office hub

Specialty supermarket

(Subject to planning permission for any change of use)

This is an unmissable opportunity to acquire a substantial, high-visibility commercial property in one of Blackpool's most prominent retail and leisure locations. With extensive frontage, flexible internal space, staff parking, and unbeatable transport links, Birley Street offers the ideal base for your business to thrive.