High Street, Gravesend, Kent

Description

PLEASE NOTE - The agent dealing with this property is Mac, Ref MSC_HighSt.

Tenure: Freehold

Leasehold
Leasehold options are available for any applicant that would consider a long-term rental agreement, based upon a newly created lease agreement. Terms can be discussed upon a successful application.

This versatile property boasts spacious interiors, fresh modern finishes, and flexible layouts designed to accommodate a variety of events and gatherings. Whether you’re seeking a prime venue for celebrations, corporate functions, or community events, this space offers endless potential.

With professional grade catering infrastructure and dedicated hospitality areas, you’ll find everything in place to launch or expand your business seamlessly. Enjoy the benefits of a central location renowned for its character, high foot traffic, and community spirit.
Don't miss this rare chance to secure a standout property in Gravesend’s most sought-after area. Contact Meldone Estates today to arrange your private viewing and take the first step toward realizing your vision!

Gravesend's High Street forms the main spine in Gravesend's historic Heritage Quarter and is within 0.3 miles of Gravesend Station, with its high-speed link to London St Pancras (journey time around 20 minutes)

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Discover exceptional business potential with this remarkable freehold property, offering three expansive floors designed for ultimate accessibility and a wide range of entertainment possibilities. Spanning the basement, ground, and first floors, each commercial space is thoughtfully laid out to accommodate a variety of business types and customer needs. These prime commercial elements are currently vacant, presenting a unique opportunity for your business to thrive in a highly adaptable environment. Secure your future location—available for immediate occupation in November 2025. Don’t miss out on this versatile property, perfectly positioned to support your commercial ambitions.

Basement:
1625 Sq Ft. Bar, dancefloor, seating areas, bottle store, music booth, WCs

Ground Floor:
2723 Sq Ft. Main entrance, lobby, bar, seating areas, restaurant, kitchen, stores and W/cs

First Floor:
667 Sq Ft. Small function room with bar. WCs. Office.

Second & Third Floors:
Consisted of 2-bed flats, which are both sold off on long term leases of (999 years) annual peppercorn rent is received plus service charges. Leasehold commenced 2007.

CURRENT BUSINESS RATES
Figures from the Valuation Office show a current rateable value of £5,750 per annum as at September 2018 which normally means an amount payable of between 40%-50% of this figure. Please check with the relevant location authority which is Gravesham Borough Council.

CURRENT CLASS OF BUSINESS USE
The current class of business use is A3-A4-A5. Interested parties are advised to seek clarification of permitted use from the local authority.
Further development potentials

To the rear of the property an opportunity exists to redevelop land in front of Princes Street which has granted permission for 3 x 1-bedroom flats, and a conversion for a 2-bedroom flat. Planning has been granted by the local authority on the 13th January 2021.

The property is within walking distance to Gravesend town centre and the mainline railway station, offering the high-speed service into Stratford (10mins) and St Pancras (17min) or Paris in 2 hours. Gravesend Town Centre offers plenty of shopping and great spots to enjoy something to eat and drink. Bluewater Shopping Centre, Dartford Crossing, A2 and M25 are within easy access too.

Whilst road links to A2, M25, M2 and M20 are superb, Ebbsfleet International is also within close proximity, offering services to Stratford International and St Pancras International (for Kings Cross) in just 11 and 21 minutes respectively. Bluewater shopping Centre is a short drive away with some superb shopping facilities and restaurants.

Council: Gravesham Borough Council

EPC rating - D

Staff
No Staff are associated with this property

Fixtures & Fittings
All trade fixtures and fittings will be included in the sale and our clients will
provide a trade inventory.

External Details
Spacious rear garden / yard.

Trading Information
Trading data will be made available following a formal viewing.

Trading Hours
Open seven days a week.
Monday - Sunday: 10am – 04:00am

Regulatory
The property has a Premises Licence
It is a requirement of the Licensing Act that properties serving alcohol have a designated premises supervisor who must be the holder of a Personal Licence. Prospective purchasers are advised to take appropriate specialist advice.


Disclaimer
All photos and dimensions are for illustration purposes only. The buyer is welcome to survey and carry out their own searches.

Identification Checks
Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by Meldone Estates, they will need to undertake an identification check. This is done to meet our obligation under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) and is a legal requirement. We use a specialist third-party service to verify your identity. There will be a charge/cost for each applicant check per purchase, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and before a sales memorandum is issued. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Viewings
Viewings are arranged strictly by appointment for pre-qualified applicants with Meldone Estates. If you would like to know more information or would like to arrange a viewing please contact Mac, Ref MSC_HighSt.

Additional Information