Location

Lavenham itself is widely regarded as Suffolk’s finest preserved medieval village, with a wealth of listed period properties.  It has an excellent variety of local shops including two Co-Operative supermarkets, a traditional grocers, fine butcher, pharmacy and many interesting specialist shops, galleries and eateries.   There is a doctor’s surgery, highly regarded primary school and a large modern village hall which sees many activities and events.  Lavenham has a vibrant population and is a major tourist centre for Suffolk.  24 Church Street is located on the outskirts of the main thoroughfare through the village and is conveniently placed near the church and village hall with its adjoining carpark.

Description

The property comprises a ground floor retail unit within a detached Victorian residence of red brick construction under a slate roof.  The premises has been utilised for 3 years as a café/book shop and  fixtures and fittings are available, if required, by separate negotiation.  The premises would ideally lend itself to a variety of other uses such as office, counselling or retail, within Use Class E.

Terms

The shop/café is available to let on terms to be agreed.

A minimum of three months rent deposit is required upfront, subject to referencing. The rent is payable monthly in advance.

Upon terms being agreed the prospective tenant is to pay an administrative fee of £250.00 plus VAT.  Fee inclusive of referencing and ID due diligence.

Services – Water, electricity and drainage are connected. Utilities are shared and an apportionment will be allocated to no.24, by prior agreement.

Business Rates

Rateable Value:  £6,600 – multiplier for the current year is 0.499p

As the Rateable Value is less than £12,000, occupiers may be able to benefit from full Small Business Rate Relief. Interested parties should make enquiries with Babergh District Council Rates Department.

Viewing

Strictly by prior appointment with the sole agents Birchall Steel

a division of Nicholas Percival.

FAO:   Karen Street

T:          01787 883888

E:         karen.street@birchallsteel.co.uk

Ground Floor 24 Church St

EPC 24 Church St Lavenham

Ref:    C6054