Retail premises to let in Bank Street, Keswick CA12

Retail Shop
• Sales area 47.1 sqm (505 sqft)
• First floor stockrooms
• Prominent position within the main shopping area
• Busy Lake District tourist town

Location
Keswick is a busy tourist town, situated in the northern Lake District on the shore of Derwentwater and surrounded by Lakeland Fells, with a population of around 4,200. Originally a quarrying and wool producing town, it had a pencil factory until recently but the local economy is now based mainly on visitors. It is 18 miles from the M6 at Penrith via the A66. Local facilities include a secondary school, many independent shops, museums, eateries, pubs, parks, the Theatre by the Lake, a cinema and Lake cruises. Major retailers in the town include Mountain Warehouse, Blacks, Friars, Cotswold Outdoor, Peter Rabbit & Friends, Booths, Lakes and Dales Co-operative and George Fisher.

Description
Self-contained shop with a sales area, storeroom, staff kitchen, toilet and rear access on the ground floor and stairs leading to the first floor which has two storerooms.

Accommodation & Floor Areas
Floor Description Sqm Sqft
Ground Sales Area 47.1 505
Storeroom 7.7 83
Kitchenette

WC

First Storeroom 45.1 485
Storeroom 11.5 124

All references to areas and dimensions are deemed to be approximate.

Services
We are advised that mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. No warranty is given regarding the working order of any appliances or services referred to in these particulars.

Tenure
The property is offered on a new year lease for a term to be agreed. The tenant will be responsible for maintenance and repairs and outgoings including the buildings insurance premium which is arranged by the landlord. The lease will be granted outside the renewal provisions of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.

A prospective tenant will need to complete a Tenancy Application Form and provide any necessary documents for approval by the landlord.

Fixtures & Fittings
Any items in the nature of fixtures and fittings not referred to in these particulars are excluded.

Planning
Prospective purchasers or tenants should satisfy themselves that their proposed use complies with all planning regulations by making inquiries with the Lake District National Park Planning Authority.

Rates
Description in list: Shop & premises
Rateable Value: £11,500

The property qualifies for 100% small business rates relief.

Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Rating: D.

A copy of the EPC is available on our website.

Vat & Stamp Duty
All reference to price, premium or rent are deemed to be exclusive of VAT unless expressly stated otherwise. Stamp duty is liable at the prevailing rates.

Finance
If you require financial assistance, we can refer you to a local professional who can advise on sources of finance and prepare a business plan which most lenders now require.

Legal Costs
The ingoing tenant will be expected to pay the landlord’s reasonable legal costs in connection with the lease.

Money Laundering Legislation
Estate Agents are obliged to obtain evidence of identity and proof of address of buyers and sellers to comply with Anti-Money Laundering Legislation, prior to acceptance of an offer.