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Former Epping Forest Visitor Centre Nursery Rd 1,506 SF of Retail Space Available in Loughton IG10 4AF
Highlights
- Former Visitor Centre offers a unique opportunity for a commercial business to establish a new destination at the core of this renowned woodland
- Would be suitable for a variety of Commercial uses which may include; Food & Beverage, Outdoor Leisure & Wellness, Community focused enterprise
- Surrounded by 8000 acres of Woodland, excellent connections to the M25, A11, A12 corridors and nearby tube links into Central London.
- Located at one of the forest's key hubs with strong, year-round footfall across a wide range of user groups.
- Applicants are encouraged to propose business plans which are sympathetic to the forest while strengthening High Beach as a welcoming destination
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A rare opportunity to secure a 15-year lease of the former Epping Forest Visitor Centre, offered by informal tender. The site currently falls under Use Class F1, and applicants are responsible for seeking any necessary change of use consents. The 140 sq m space offers excellent potential for a wide range of commercial concepts - including food and beverage, outdoor leisure and wellness, and community-focused enterprises - subject to planning and approval from the City of London Corporation. Proposals should be innovative, commercially viable, and demonstrate how the business will complement the Forest, enhance the visitor experience and support High Beach as an inclusive and welcoming destination. Uses must be accessible, add value to the local community and Forest users, and align with the Corporation’s long-term vision for the site. Applications must be submitted by 12 noon on Monday 22 June 2026, with full tender details available in the data room. EPC: B. Viewings by appointment only.
- Use Class: F.1
- Secure Storage
- Demised WC facilities
- Approx. 1,507 sq ft flexible space
- Attractive Epping Forest setting
- Partially Built-Out as Specialty Space
- Energy Performance Rating - B
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Current F1 use; change considered
| Space | Size | Term | Rental Rate | Space Use | Condition | Available |
| Ground | 1,506 SF | 15 Years | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | Retail | Partial Build-Out | Now |
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| Size |
| 1,506 SF |
| Term |
| 15 Years |
| Rental Rate |
| Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Condition |
| Partial Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
Ground
| Size | 1,506 SF |
| Term | 15 Years |
| Rental Rate | Upon Request |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Condition | Partial Build-Out |
| Available | Now |
A rare opportunity to secure a 15-year lease of the former Epping Forest Visitor Centre, offered by informal tender. The site currently falls under Use Class F1, and applicants are responsible for seeking any necessary change of use consents. The 140 sq m space offers excellent potential for a wide range of commercial concepts - including food and beverage, outdoor leisure and wellness, and community-focused enterprises - subject to planning and approval from the City of London Corporation. Proposals should be innovative, commercially viable, and demonstrate how the business will complement the Forest, enhance the visitor experience and support High Beach as an inclusive and welcoming destination. Uses must be accessible, add value to the local community and Forest users, and align with the Corporation’s long-term vision for the site. Applications must be submitted by 12 noon on Monday 22 June 2026, with full tender details available in the data room. EPC: B. Viewings by appointment only.
- Use Class: F.1
- Partially Built-Out as Specialty Space
- Secure Storage
- Energy Performance Rating - B
- Demised WC facilities
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Approx. 1,507 sq ft flexible space
- Current F1 use; change considered
- Attractive Epping Forest setting
Property Facts
| Total Space Available | 1,506 SF | Building Size | 1,506 SF |
| Property Type | Specialty | Year Built | 2000 |
| Property Subtype | Lodge/Meeting Hall |
| Total Space Available | 1,506 SF |
| Property Type | Specialty |
| Property Subtype | Lodge/Meeting Hall |
| Building Size | 1,506 SF |
| Year Built | 2000 |
About the Property
The former Epping Forest Visitor Centre occupies a 140 sq m single-storey footprint set within the heart of Epping Forest, one of the UK’s most historic and biologically significant ancient woodlands. Positioned at High Beach, a key visitor hub surrounded by over 8,000 acres of accessible woodland, the site enjoys strong, year-round footfall from walkers, cyclists, runners, riders, families and day visitors. The location benefits from excellent connectivity, drawing visitors from across London, Essex and the wider commuter belt, with convenient access to the M25, the A11/A12 corridors, and nearby Tube services into Central London. Its natural setting, extensive trail network and established visitor demand make it an exceptional location for a nature-aligned commercial venture.
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