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Former Epping Forest Visitor Centre Nursery Rd 1,506 SF of Retail Space Available in Loughton IG10 4AF
Highlights
- Former Epping Forest Visitor Centre offers a unique commercial opportunity to establish a new destination at the core of this renowned woodland.
- Potential uses include restaurant concepts, outdoor leisure and wellness, recreation centers, and more, subject to planning and approval.
- Nestled in 8,000 acres of woodland, yet it boasts excellent connections to the M25, A11, and A12 corridors and nearby tube links to Central London.
- Applicants are encouraged to propose business plans that are sympathetic to the forest while strengthening High Beach as a welcoming destination.
- Located at one of the forest's key hubs with strong, year-round footfall across a wide range of groups, drawing about 11 million visitors each year.
- Applications must be submitted by 12:00 PM (noon) on Monday 22, June 2026, with full tender details available. Viewings by appointment only.
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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-square-metre 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 Corp. 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 City of London Corp.’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
- Current F1 use; change considered
- Partially Built-Out as Specialty Space
- Energy Performance Rating - B
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Attractive Epping Forest setting
| Space | Size | Term | Rental Rate | Space Use | Build-Out | Available |
| Ground | 1,506 SF | 15 Years | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | Retail | Partial Build-Out | Now |
Ground
| Size |
| 1,506 SF |
| Term |
| 15 Years |
| Rental Rate |
| Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Build-Out |
| Partial Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
Ground
| Size | 1,506 SF |
| Term | 15 Years |
| Rental Rate | Upon Request |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Build-Out | 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-square-metre 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 Corp. 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 City of London Corp.’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
- 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-square-metre/1,506-square-foot, single-storey building 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 property features an enchanting exterior with a charming path directly connected to forest trails. Inside, the vaulted ceilings and skylights foster a vibrant, airy atmosphere with ample room for guest reception, showroom product displays, nature classes, and much more. The City of London Corp. is seeking proposals that are 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 organization’s long-term vision for the site. Potential uses include food and beverage, outdoor leisure and wellness, and community-focused enterprises. The location benefits from excellent connectivity, attracting visitors from across London, Essex, and the wider commuter belt, with convenient access to the M25 and the A11/A12 corridors, as well as 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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