New opportunities for St John’s Market as prime city-centre site becomes available

New opportunities for St John’s Market as prime city-centre site becomes available

Liverpool City Council and Avison Young, a real estate advisor, are collaborating to introduce new opportunities for the former St John’s Market site in Liverpool City Centre. This iconic site, located within the St Johns Shopping Centre, offers approximately 90,000 sq ft of space across different levels, making it suitable for various businesses with a potential for repurposing, subject to planning approval. The prime city-centre location and adaptable layout make it an attractive option for operators looking to establish a vibrant and multi-purpose destination in Liverpool.

Strategically positioned next to Liverpool Lime Street Station and Liverpool Central Station, which collectively cater to over 36 million passengers annually, the site boasts exceptional footfall and connectivity, situated adjacent to Liverpool’s main retail hub on Church Street. With impressive features such as double-height ceilings, open-plan layouts, and accessibility via dedicated street-level access and DDA-compliant entry, the property offers flexibility for a diverse range of uses. Equipped with internal lift access, basement servicing areas, and goods lifts, the site also provides access to over 600 on-site parking spaces for added convenience to operators and customers.

Cllr Nick Small, the Cabinet Member for Growth and Economy, expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity presented by the site, highlighting the potential for unique and exciting developments in the city center. Emphasizing the commitment of Liverpool City Council to revitalize this key asset, Small welcomed interest from parties willing to contribute to the growth and vibrancy of Liverpool. Joel Lawson, Director at Avison Young, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the rare opportunity presented by St John’s Market to repurpose a landmark property in Liverpool’s retail core. Working closely with the city council and Rivington Hark as the landlord, Lawson anticipates strong interest from occupiers looking to capitalize on the site’s prime location and high levels of footfall in the city’s occupier market

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