Former NatWest, 2 High Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1WY

The property comprises the former NatWest bank and is arranged over lower ground and ground floors. The former banking hall is at upper ground floor level and is suitable for retail, showroom, office or restaurant use. The property is capable of sub-division into smaller units if required (further details on request). There are 2 ground floor entrances into the former banking hall and offices, plus a further access point at lower ground floor level. There are 5no parking spaces which could be made available separately.

Windermere is situated within the Lake District National Park, which is one of the UK's most visited tourist destinations. In 2021, visitor numbers to Cumbria were in excess of 37 million people, with a spend in excess of £2.6 billion, supporting over 31,000 jobs in the county's visitor economy (STEAM report). The Lake District National Park was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in July 2017. The Lake District is renowned for its fell walking, outdoor pursuits, cycling, climbing and water sports. Windermere lies just off the A591 trunk road approximately 8 miles from Kendal, 4 miles from Ambleside and 16 miles from access to the M6 motorway at junction 36. Windermere together with neighbouring Bowness has a resident population of approximately 7,000 but this is swelled considerably throughout the year due to the influx of tourists.

The property is available to let on the basis of a new 5 year lease or longer, subject to 5 yearly rent reviews, on a full repairing and insuring basis.

Strictly by appointment through the sole agents Peill & Company, tel 01539 888 000 (Simon Adams or Ben Adams dealing), admin@peill.com for viewings.