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Leasing and investment solutions for your next retail move

We provide expert retail and leisure advice to landlords, investors, developers and occupiers, specialising in connecting exceptional retail spaces with innovative brands, all across the UK. Whether you’re a property owner seeking reliable tenants or a business looking for the perfect location to grow, our expert leasing team is here to make it happen.

Understanding your requirements is at the heart of our approach. Drawing on extensive experience representing both landlords and occupiers, supported by in-depth market data and analysis, we deliver tailored, effective solutions that unlock value for our clients.

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Sectors and property types

Whether you're an owner, investor, retailer, or entrepreneur, we provide expertise across a wide range of sectors and property types.

In Town Retail

With a nationwide office network, we offer clients deep retail insight at both national and regional levels. We build long-term partnerships with retailers to shape and execute portfolio strategies, while advising landlords on asset management, tenant mix, and value-add opportunities.

Restaurants & Leisure

In today's market a successful retail destination is about much more than just bricks and mortar - it's about delivering experience. As consumer expectations continue to grow, occupiers are challenged to offer more. We have a proven track record in designing and leasing experience-led spaces, from drive-thru coffee shops on retail parks to contemporary restaurants in major regional shopping centres.

Shopping Centres and Regeneration

Avison Young understands that retail asset management, especially for large shopping centres, requires an active, strategic approach. We help landlords and retailers drive occupancy, boost customer engagement, and reduce costs. Our team also advises on the repurposing of assets, working with local authorities to deliver long-term economic and social value.

Out of Town

Our retail experts deliver strategic advice across retail parks, stand-alone units, and drive-thru developments. We also advise clients on EV sites and have advised on the UK's largest EV site at The NEC, in Birmingham. From site acquisition and leasing to asset management and investment, we help landlords, occupiers, and investors unlock value in this dynamic and evolving market.

Retail Investment

Our team advise a diverse range of occupiers and investors on retail investment acquisitions and disposals. Using market intelligence and data-driven insights we deliver strategic advice on current market conditions and emerging trends - helping you maximise returns and make informed portfolio decisions.

Lease Advisory

We provide expert advice on rent reviews, lease renewals, regears, and disputes. Whether protecting asset value or reducing occupancy costs, we deliver evidence-based strategies and skilled negotiation. We advise across all retail and leisure sectors in and out of town, drive thrus, shopping centres, and bars and restaurants.

Are you a landlord?

Can we lease or sell your property?
Do you need leasing advice for your portfolio, advice on tenant mix strategies, or market positioning?
Could we help with you maximise value on upcoming rent review, lease renewal or regear negotiations?
Do you have any upcoming plans for redevelopment or repositioning your assets?
Are there areas of your properties operational costs you'd like to optimise?
Are you looking to sell any properties or add new assets to your portfolio?
Contact us today to discuss your portfolio.

Are you a retailer or occupier?

Do you need help acquiring retail space or help determining target locations?
Do you need advice to negotiate the terms of your retail lease to secure best terms?
Could we help you rationalise your trading footprint and advise on disposal strategies?
Can we help drive efficiencies on your portfolio to minimise occupational costs?
Do you need advice on forthcoming lease events such as rent reviews or lease renewals?

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