5a Front Street, Lanchester, County Durham DH7 OLA

Well-presented first floor office / retail unit. Net internal area circa 49.16 sq. m. (529.15 sq. ft.). Comprising reception, three offices, kitchen, and WC facilities. Prominent position on busy Front Street, Lanchester village centre. Suitable for offices, retail, or a variety of other uses (STPP). Qualifies for 100% business rates relief (subject verification). On-street parking available nearby within the village centre.

Rent £5,500 per annum
Ref I481


Location
The unit occupies a prominent position on Front Street, the main thoroughfare running through the attractive and popular village of Lanchester, situated approximately 8 miles west of Durham City and around 5 miles north-east of Consett.

Front Street serves as the village’s principal retail and commercial area, hosting a good mix of local independent traders, cafés, convenience stores, and professional services, ensuring steady footfall throughout the day.

Lanchester benefits from strong local amenities including primary and secondary schools, medical and dental practices, and several pubs and restaurants, making it a desirable and self-contained community. The village is well connected by road, with the A691 providing easy access to Durham, Consett, and the wider North East region. Public transport links are excellent, with regular bus services to surrounding towns and the city of Durham.

Description
The premises are located on the first floor of a two-storey mid-terrace sandstone building under a pitched slate roof. The accommodation is well presented and currently arranged to provide a reception area, three private offices, a kitchen, and WC facilities.

The unit offers versatile space that would suit a variety of uses such as professional offices, treatment rooms, consultancy space, or retail use, subject to the necessary planning consents (STPP).

This is an excellent opportunity for a business seeking well-located, affordable accommodation within a popular and accessible village setting.

Parking
There is on street parking, within the area.

Tenure
Leasehold – A new lease is available, terms and conditions to be agreed.

Rent
£5,500 per annum
(The in-going Tenant is responsible for the Landlord’s Legal Fees)

EPC Rating
C

Viewing
Strictly by appointment through this office.

Rateable Value
The 2026 Rating List entry is Rateable Value £5,100

As the RV is below £12,000, occupiers for whom this property forms their sole trading premises will not pay business rates. We advise to seek verification of the above from the Local Rating Authority.