Retail Space FOR RENT in Orbital Shopping Park, Swindon, Wiltshire

Property Description

Modern Retail Destination in the Heart of Swindon
Orbital Shopping Park, Thamesdown Drive, Swindon, SN25 4AN
Situated on the northwestern edge of Swindon, Orbital Shopping Park is a vibrant 212,000 sq ft retail and leisure destination that caters to a broad demographic. Positioned directly off Thamesdown Drive, the park is strategically located to serve the surrounding residential communities, drawing consistent footfall from both local and regional shoppers.
The shopping park hosts a dynamic mix of national retailers including Marks & Spencer, Next, Boots, New Look, and Lidl. The adjoining Asda/Walmart superstore provides a significant footfall anchor, while McDonald’s and other food outlets help sustain high dwell times.
Recent refurbishments to the public realm, including improved landscaping, signage, and pedestrian connectivity, have enhanced the overall shopping experience, contributing to increased visitor engagement. Current annual footfall stands at 5 million, with an average dwell time of 71 minutes and visitor frequency averaging 75 trips per year.
Retail units within the park benefit from spacious layouts, prominent frontage, and flexible use under Class E(a), making them ideal for a variety of retail and showroom formats.
Key Features
Total GLA: 212,000 sq ft
Anchor tenants: Marks & Spencer (68,604 sq ft), Next (25,000 sq ft), Lidl (23,388 sq ft)
Other retailers include Boots, McDonald's, New Look, and Outfit
Extensive free parking provision
Strong catchment of family and affluent professionals in north Swindon
Future development opportunities and sustained investment in upgrades
Availability
Multiple units available to let (specific sizes available on request)
Fully completed retail park with immediate occupation possible
units are in shell & core or fully fitted depending on lease terms Pricing on application (subject to unit, size, and lease length)
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