Market Place, Thirsk, YO7 1ET
£600,000

Prime Retail Property with Award-Winning Business in Thirsk Market Square

79-81 Market Place is a striking and well-positioned building in the heart of Thirsk, offering excellent frontage and direct views over the bustling market square. This charming three-story property boasts a generous gross internal floor area of approximately 3,750 sq. ft., fully equipped with mains water, electricity, drainage, and gas.

Property Features:
• Ground Floor: Spacious open-plan retail space extending approximately 85 ft from front to back, ideal for a variety of uses.

•First Floor: Features a galleried walkway, sitting area, two offices, three WCs, a utility area, and back stairs for convenient access.

•Second Floor: Two versatile storage rooms/offices, providing additional space for business operations or future expansion.

•Outdoor Space: A unique enclosed courtyard and walled garden offer a secluded and attractive setting, perfect for outdoor dining or private events. Side access from the market square further enhances convenience.

This property presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire an established and award-winning independent bookshop and café, centrally located in Thirsk’s vibrant market square. With its large retail premises spanning three floors, a popular café, and a beautiful outdoor terrace, this thriving business is a rare and valuable investment in a sought-after location.

The property although ideally suited to its current business operation would suit a variety of business uses. The property could also be reconfigured to create a seperate first floor residential element (subject to planning).

Brief Terms

Terms: Freehold - The property is available to purchase freehold with vacant possession.

Rateable Value: £19,250.
Uniform Business Rate for 2024/25: 0.546. Small business rate relief may be available to some occupiers. Further enquiries should be directed to NYC for any rates related matters or queries. FSS will accept no liability for any changes to business rates.

VAT:
VAT will be applicable on the sale of this property.

Legal Costs: Each party are responsible for their own associated legal costs.

Services: All mains’ services are connected to the property.

Planning: Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries of the local planning authority in respect of planning proposals if any change of use is envisaged.

Viewing: If you would like to view this property, please contact FSS on 01423 501211 and we will be pleased to make an appointment.