Store Unit 5 The Harpur Centre, Bedford, MK40

Prime pedestrianised Midland Road location in the heart of Bedford town centre.

Opposite Deichmann and surrounded by major national and independent retailers

Substantial multi level accommodation providing exceptional flexibility

Ground and first floors ideal for retail, showroom or other commercial occupiers

Lower level/basement suitable for consideration of leisure, recreation, entertainment or alternative uses, subject to planning

Potential to split the accommodation to accommodate different occupier requirements

Internal access to Harpur Centre lower level

Extensive first floor storage/stockroom accommodation

Prominent position within Bedford's established shopping area

Flexible accommodation capable of being tailored to occupier requirements, subject to landlord approval

The property provides prominent ground floor retail accommodation with excellent frontage to Midland Road, together with extensive accommodation at first floor level and a substantial lower level/ basement, accessed internally and with a connection to the lower level of the Harpur Centre.
The accommodation offers considerable flexibility and scope for subdivision, allowing the property to be configured to suit a variety of occupier requirements. The ground and first floors provide an excellent opportunity for a retail operator seeking a prominent, multi level trading environment, while the lower level/basement could provide an attractive opportunity for leisure, recreation, fitness, entertainment or other alternative commercial uses, subject to the necessary planning and landlord consents.
The size, configuration and prominent position make the property particularly suited to a large-format retailer, leisure operator, or other business seeking a prime location within Bedford town centre.

Located in the heart of Bedford, posititioned on Midland Road, Bedford's pedestrianised shopping destination, located opposite Deichmann and surrounded by strong national retailers Primark and Boots. With secondary access to The Harpur Centre, the town's premier shopping destination, and home to leading brands including Pandora, Starbucks, and Tesco Metro. Enhanced by leisure offerings such as Putt Putt Noodle and Énergie Fitness, the centre combines vibrant retail with convenient access and dedicated parking.
Bedford's outlook is positive, with the East West Railway connecting it to Oxford and Cambridge and new Universal Studios theme park to open in 2031, which will generate nearly £50 billion of economic benefit, create 20,000 jobs during construction and a further 8,000 jobs once operational.