Gateway 14, Stowmarket, Suffolk, Ipswich, IP14 5BP

Available from April 2026.

Exciting opportunity arises for an operator to lease a café located within the newly established Stowmarket Innovation Gateway at Gateway 14, Stowmarket.

This café will cater to a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, businesses, and the general public, enhancing the collaborative environment of the facility.

The Stowmarket Innovation Gateway serves as a hub for business growth, training, and innovation.

The Stowmarket Innovation Gateway is being built and led by the Mid Suffolk County Council and managed by Hethel Innovation, the centre provides essential support services and flexible workspaces aimed at enabling start-ups and SMEs to thrive. It is designed to foster innovation and facilitate the scaling of businesses, making it an ideal location for a café that serves a diverse clientele.

The facility will include office spaces specifically for high-growth start-ups, collaborative and innovative working areas, as well as meeting rooms. Importantly, the café will support not just the tenants of the building but also conference visitors and the broader Gateway 14 community. Additionally, the centre will partner with universities like Suffolk and Essex, along with local colleges, to address skill gaps in the region through training programs.

With a total of 44 office units and space for hot desks, the Innovation Gateway is set to become a bustling centre of activity. The café will encompass approximately 1,940 square feet, providing ample space to serve the needs of those working, training, and collaborating within the centre.

This lease opportunity will be available starting in Spring 2026. The asking price for the leasehold is upon request, and all stock is included in the transaction. The café also features a car park and is conveniently located adjacent to multiple retailers, making it a prime location for attracting foot traffic.