1B Pelham Street

Brighton, BN1 4FA

261 sq ft

Lease for Sale: Fully Fitted Turnkey Cafe Premise with External Seating

Summary

Fully Fitted Turnkey Café Premises
Open-Plan Layout with Full-Service Bar & Counter
Extensive External Seating for All-Day Trading
Ready for Immediate Occupation
North Laine Location

Accommodation

Ground Floor Trading Area:

Floor/Unit	sq ft	sq m
Ground	261	24.25

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Location

Situated within the heart of Brightons highly regarded North Laine district, 1B Pelham Street occupies a prominent position just off Trafalgar Street and Sydney Street. This area is well known for its strong independent identity, characterised by a dense mix of cafés, bars, specialist retailers, and creative occupiers, drawing consistent trade from both local residents and visitors.

The property sits immediately adjacent to Greater Brighton Metropolitan College, providing a substantial and reliable daytime population. Brighton Mainline Station is within easy walking distance, offering direct rail services to London and the wider South East.

The surrounding area comprises a balanced mix of residential, educational, and independent commercial uses, creating sustained footfall throughout the day and into the evening. This combination makes the location particularly well suited to café, food, and light beverage operators seeking a central and well connected trading position.

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Mainline Stations

Brighton

4 mins
London Road (Brighton)

11 mins
Preston Park

28 mins
Moulsecoomb

29 mins

Underground Station

Caterham

608 mins
Tadworth

624 mins
Kingswood

626 mins
Whyteleafe South

636 mins

Further Information

Rent £10,500 per annum exclusive

Rates Payable Upon Enquiry

Service Charge n/a

EPC Rating This property has been graded as C

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a fully fitted and operational café located in the heart of Brighton's vibrant North Laine district.

The premises occupy a prominent ground floor commercial unit, arranged in an open plan configuration, incorporating a full service bar and counter, wood effect laminate flooring, contemporary LED lighting, and a well executed modern interior fit out.

The property also benefits from a dedicated external seating area, enhancing street presence within this highly active and popular commercial location. The café enjoys a strong and diverse customer base, including students, local office occupiers, nearby residents, and commuters traveling between the city centre and Brighton Mainline Station.

Lease

Held for a term of five (5) years from 29th November 2023 and ending on and including 28th November 2028.
Passing Rent - £10,500 per annum, exclusive (payable in advance on the usual quarter days).
The lease is inside the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 - Part II (as amended).

Premium

£12,500 - To include the benefit of the lease and all high-quality fixtures and fittings, ideally suited for café operators.

Rent Review

29th November, 2026.

Specifications

- Full-service bar and counter
- Display merchandiser fridge
- Stainless-steel countertop refrigerators
- Free-standing tables and chairs, plus bar stools
- Shelving and storage cupboards
- Undercounter dishwasher
- Air fryer and grill
- Single crushed ice machine
- Two single-bowl sinks and a dedicated hand-wash basin
- Modern LED lighting and wood laminate flooring