Pavilion Restaurant, Pavillion Restaurant, Victoria Park, London Road, Leicester, Leicester City

Café/restaurant opportunity at Victoria Park Pavilion (Part of the Ground Floor Only). The City Council is currently looking for a café, restaurant or alternative business operator at Victoria Park Pavilion. The property will be marketed from 2 April 2026 till the Closing date for submissions is Friday, 15 May 2026 at 12 noon.

The two-storey property comprises a café/restaurant area on the ground floor, including a kitchen area, storage rooms, an office and washroom facilities. The upper floor is used as sports changing rooms and does not form part of the premises available to lease.
Part of the building is occupied by the Leicestershire Police service, with another part of the building being used as football changing facilities. For the avoidance of doubt, these parts are not part of the premises available to lease.

This is an incredible business opportunity in the heart of Leicester's thriving community to create a café/restaurant or other business in a prime location with an ideal spot in Victoria Park, Leicester.

Victoria Park on London Road, boasts an impressive and diverse footfall. Residents, students, tourists, and professionals use this area daily, creating a bustling atmosphere for the new businesses. The pavilion will be at the centre of it all, ensuring a constant flow of potential customers.

Victoria Park is a hub of activity and leisure. From picnics to fitness enthusiasts, families to nature lovers, the park attracts a wide range of visitors. The pavilion will be a sanctuary for park-goers to relax, refuel, and enjoy a moment of serenity in the midst of the city's green oasis.

The proximity to Leicester University opens up a world of opportunities. Students and faculty members will be drawn to the café area for a cosy study spot, casual meetups, good food and a caffeine boost. With a strong student population, the pavilion can become a favourite hangout.

De Montfort Hall is just around the corner, hosting concerts, performances, and events. Patrons looking for a pre-or post-show treat will find the pavilion to be an inviting destination. The restaurant and café can also host small gatherings, making it the perfect venue for pre-event meetups or post-event celebrations.

The park offers numerous sports and recreational activities, including an outdoor gym and play area. Fitness enthusiasts and families spending time in the park will appreciate a café and or restaurant offering healthy snacks, smoothies, and refreshments, creating a market niche to be optimised, in the hot summer days, ice-cream will be a great treat and business opportunity.

Victoria Park hosts a myriad of events throughout the year, from music festivals to cultural celebrations. These events attract crowds looking for food and beverages. The restaurant/café could be prime location for vendors, enhancing the experience for attendees and generating substantial revenue.

The current pavilion was built in 1958 to replace the grandstand/pavilion which was damaged by a German parachute bomb in 1940 and later demolished. The pavilion is considered a good quality building of architectural merit. It is in close proximity to Leicester University - located on a well-used pedestrian access route from residential areas, and in close proximity to New Walk on another well used pedestrian access. The building is in a prominent position, and visible from the main arterial road into the city.

Situated in the heart of the Midlands, Leicester is a vibrant, colourful, and exciting region to eat, live and work, with something to offer for all. Leicester has one of the youngest and most diverse communities in the UK - offering a wealth of opportunities to expand and grow.

The multi-million-pound developments and regeneration of Leicester has made it an investment hotspot in the past five years, with the city's business growth the highest in the Midlands.

Leicester City benefits from one of the best green transport networks in the country with significant investment into a zero-carbon bus station, electric bikes, electric bus fleet and improved cycle routes, all of which have been recognised as a national success.