Former Westbeach, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, BH2 5AA

Description
An end of terrace single storey property of brick construction under a flat roof. The western end of the property benefits from a wood clad frontage with the remainder being six sets of concertina style doors with a central customer entrance. The roof protrudes slightly to provide covered terraces to the front sections. Located opposite the property on the beach is a separate stand alone customer area, which may be available subject to planning consent.

Location
Bournemouth is a vibrant, cosmopolitan coastal town situated approximately 32 and 106 miles south west of Southampton and London respectively. The area is well serviced by public transport with regular direct mainline services to London Waterloo. Numerous arterial roads and transport services connect the areas which form the conurbation of Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (population of 408,967 ONS estimate 2024).

The property occupies a prominent position on the beachfront walking and cycle route which connects over 7 miles of coast including nearby Sandbanks, and is less than 150 metres to the west of the amenities at Bournemouth Pier. Located immediately to the north are the Gardens which provide a green link to the main town centre.

In addition to the Blue Flag beaches, the immediate area has numerous amenities and attractions including an aquarium, activity centre and water sports. Nearby landmark buildings include the Bournemouth International Centre and leisure operators including Hot Rocks, Aruba, Sexy Lobster and Harry Ramsden’s are also closeby.

Accommodation
The ground floor provides a single open plan trading area with bar servery and space for customer seating to suit the occupier’s preferences. The left section benefits from an open plan finishing kitchen and service area, connected to a good sized dedicated trade kitchen. The kitchen has a hatch for direct takeaway service to the beach as well as a walk-in-fridge and a single staff WC.

Located to right side are further ancillary areas including three sets of customer WCs (one accessible), various storage rooms, office and a former “kiosk” with direct service to the beach.

External Areas
The property benefits from external customer areas to the front with wide and uninterrupted views of the beach and sea. The terrace previously provided approximately 30 seats around 10 cafe style tables.

The beach section was configured to seat up to 60 around benches with high seats. Licensing requires the beach area to be used for a maximum of 26 weeks during the period 01 April to 30 September. The continued use of this space is subject the grant of planning permission.

Tenure & Rent
Leasehold. The property will be available on a Full Repairing and Insuring Lease, free of all trading ties on terms to be agreed. Rental offers are invited. The tenant will be required to provide suitable security which may in include a rent deposit in addition to guarantees. All negotiations will be subject to BCP Council (head leaseholder) and Meyrick Estate (freeholder) consent.

The Business
The property is entered on the current 2026 Rating List at £55,000 Rateable Value. This not the rates payable. Estimating liability for business rates using the appropriate multipliers alone may not lead to an accurate bill forecast. The ratepayer will also need to consider rates reliefs, adjustments, and policy changes according to the nature of the occupation in budgeting for rates bills. Please feel free to contact one of Savills Rating experts or seek independent advice on all rating matters.

Conservation & Planning
The property is not listed nor located in a conservation area. We understand the established planning use under The Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended) is Class E (commercial). Whilst the property has most recently operated as Westbeach restaurant other permitted uses within Class E will be considered. The local authority is BCP Council.

Fixtures & Fittings
The property has had the majority of loose fixtures and fittings removed.

Bid Process
Interested parties will be invited to submit formal offers by Monday 3rd August 2026 by private treaty. Offers will need to include a business plan. Further details on this process are available on request.

Premises Licence
The property benefits from a premises licence (BH082579) permitting various activities including the sale of alcohol 10:00 - 02:00 Monday to Sunday. Please see the premises licence for operating conditions.

Services
We understand all mains services are connected (gas, electricity and drainage). Heating systems are mechanical (not central).

Viewings
All viewings must be made by prior appointment. For further information and all viewing requests please contact the sole letting agents Savills.

Money Laundering
Money Laundering Regulations may require Savills to conduct checks upon all prospective tenants.