0 Bed Storage To Rent
French Mill Lane, West Melbury
SP7 0LX
Added 23 Jun 2025
Property Details
Property Type
Storage
Bedrooms
0
Location
SP7
Description
Approx 2,790 sq ft (259.2 sq m)
| Shaftesbury only 3 miles
| Pleasant rural setting
| Excellent access to A350
Location
The development is accessed off the A350 at West Melbury just 3 miles south of Shaftesbury and some 10 miles north of Blandford Forum. Salisbury is situated approximately 23 miles to the east via the A30. The A303 lies some 10 miles to the north.
Description
The premises form part of a major redevelopment of the site comprising a range of terraced business units of differing sizes. The units are of steel portal frame construction with composite cladding to the elevations under pitched roofs. Unit 17 is one of the larger units, the main part of the building having an eaves height of 5.0 m (16’4”) and a loading door measuring 3.0 m (w) x 3.5 m (h). There is a basic partitioned room in one corner incorporating a WC and kitchenette area, which could be fitted out further, as required. The main part of the unit has a minimum eaves height of approx 4.5 m (14’9”). There is a further (slightly smaller) loading door at the rear of the unit which provides access to a yard area of approx 9.75 m (d) x 17.5 m (w). The unit benefits from ‘communal’ heating via a biomass boiler on the Estate. There is parking to the front of the property as well as communal parking closer to the main entrance to the development.
Accommodation
Approximate Gross Internal Areas
m2 ft2
Unit 17 259.2 2,790
Lease
The premises are available on a new internal repairing and insuring lease for a term to be agreed.
Rent
£20,000 per annum plus VAT
Rent is exclusive of business rates, buildings insurance, service charge and all other outgoings.
Service Charge
A service charge is levied by the landlord to cover the maintenance and upkeep of the common areas of the estate. The service charge is based on 5% of the rental.
Business Rates
Rateable value: £14,500. The Small Business Rate Multiplier for the year 2025/26 is 49.9p in the £. Small Business Rate Tapering Relief is available to qualifying ratepayers on Rateable Values between £12,000 and £15,000.
Services
We understand that mains electricity (including three phase) and water are connected to the property. There is private drainage.
Caution
Woolley & Wallis Commercial have not tested the services mentioned in these particulars.
Planning
Planning permission was granted 5th February 2020 (ref: 2/2019/0973/FUL) for the construction of replacement workshop units. The consent permits Class B1 uses and is subject to hours of use restrictions (Monday - Saturday 7am to 7pm with no use on Sundays or Bank Holidays). Prospective tenants should satisfy themselves as to the suitability of their proposed use.
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Rating: 'A' (22)
Code of Practice
You should be aware that the Code of Practice on commercial leases in England and Wales recommends that you seek professional advice from a qualified Surveyor, Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer before agreeing or signing a business tenancy agreement. The code is available from professional institutions and trade associations or through the website
References
Financial and accountancy references may be sought from any prospective tenant prior to agreement.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment only through Woolley & Wallis Commercial )
Location
Nearby Properties
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