The Old Gaol

The Old Gaol - Commercial Lease Opportunity

Launch your business in one of Dover's Landmark Grade I Listed Buildings

Over 2,200 sq ft - Rent-Free Period - Rent Negotiable - Only 1 unit available.

Once the holding cells of Dover’s Victorian gaol, this unique space now offers a rare opportunity to create a thriving foot and drink business within one of Kent’s most striking civic landmarks. Part of the newly restored Maison Dieu – an 800-year-old Grade I listed building reborn as a cultural and civic destination – The Old Gaol could be the perfect blend of heritage and hospitality. 

Email property.services@dover.gov.uk for more information or to arrange a Private Tour

Why this Space?

  • Prestige Location: Inside Dover's 800-year-old civic landmark
  • Complimentary Opportunity: Benefit from functions, events and guests held at Maison Dieu
  • Blank Canvas: Shell space ready to be tailored to your brand
  • Outdoor Space included: South-facing outdoor space for additional seating

Tenant Incentives

  • Rent-Free Period: to save your costs during fit out
  • Planning Support: access to heritage officer and pre-approved planning documents
  • Marketing Support: your business marketed as part of Maison Dieu's wider marketing strategy
  • Flexible Lease Terms: Break Clauses, Term and Rent all negotiable.

Use

As a business that compliments the main building, the space is ideally suited for a food and drink venue (artisan bistro, intimate wine bar, themed brasserie, etc.), where you will benefit from guests staying in the Landmark Trust suite, tourist visitors and attendees of regular events and functions.

Dover's Regeneration

Maison Dieu is a central part of Dover's regeneration project:

  • Over £10m investment made in this building alone
  • Wider investment in retail, leisure, cultural and creative facilities
  • Opportunity to anchor your business in the town's future

Practical Details

  • Rent: Negotiable
  • Size: 2,234 sq ft / 208 sq m (GIA)
  • Condition: Shell (tenant fit-out required)
  • Repairs: Tenant internal, Landlord External
  • EPC: pending completion of works
  • Business Rates: to be calculated
  • Availability: now

Email property.services@dover.gov.uk for more information or to arrange a Private Tour.

 

Gaol Front
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Dressed Cell
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Main Room
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Lobby
Corridor
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Full Area
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