37-38 Fore Street

The property consists of a prominent retail premises arranged over three storeys with retail sales on the ground floor and ancillary accommodation on the first and second levels.

The ground floor benefits from a wide frontage measuring approx. 7.95 m with an open plan layout and customer changing rooms to the rear. The upper floors are self contained and consist of further storage, office accommodation and staff welfare facilities.

Taunton is the county town of Somerset with a population of circa 64,621. The town is well renowned for its cultural heritage whilst be located close to the M5 motorway which has helped established itself as a commercial hub between Bristol and Exeter in the Southwest.

The town is also home to Somerset Council the administrative centre of the county and also Somerset Cricket club located close to the town centre, which attracts visitors to the town. Taunton has a vibrant leisure scene with numerous quality eateries located throughout the town centre.

The property itself is located in a highly prominent prime position with retailers TK Maxx, Flying Tiger, Pandora, Bonmarch and Orchard Shopping Centre in close proximity. The location benefits from high footfall all year round

The town is well connected to Exeter, Bristol and London via Taunton Railway Station and there are also numerous bus routes with a bus stop convincedly positioned right opposite the property.

All areas are approximate and measured in accordance with the RICS Property Measurement (2nd Edition) on a net / gross internal basis.

Ground Floor Sales: 1,658 sq ft (154 sq m)
First Floor Storage and Offices: 1,001 sq ft (93.02 sq m)
Second Floor Storage: 920 sq ft (85.51 sq m)
Total: 3,579 sq ft (332.54 sq m)

From the Valuation Office Agency website (www.voa.gov.uk) we understand that the current Rateable Value is £60,500 therefore making the approximate Rates Payable £33,577.50 per annum for 2025/26.

We understand that mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property however these services have not been tested by the agents. Interested parties should make their own enquiries.

In the event of a letting the Landlord will undertake appropriate works to ensure the property complies with Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) Regulations prior to the lease completing.

Each party to be responsible for their own legal fees in relation to this transaction.

All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT if applicable.