Award-Winning Office & Event Space to Let, Historic Sheerness Dockyard Church

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Harrisons is exceptionally proud to present a unique commercial opportunity: the lease of the spectacular Sheerness Dockyard Church.

Located on Garrison Road (ME12 1ED), this property offers businesses, community groups, or event operators the rare chance to occupy a multi-award-winning landmark heritage building. Available to let at £55,000 per annum (£4,583 pcm), this substantial 7,502 sq ft (697 sq m) property is a truly prestigious location.

A £9.5m RIBA & RICS Award-Winning Restoration

After being badly damaged by a fire in 2001, the historic Sheerness Dockyard Church underwent a magnificent £9.5m restoration, officially completing in 2023.

The sensitive and striking refurbishment transformed the landmark into a vibrant facility. Since its completion, the building has collected multiple prestigious accolades, including several RIBA awards and being crowned the 2024 UK Project of the Year by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Operating from this location offers an unrivaled and instantly recognizable corporate identity.

Turnkey Layout with Existing Amenities

The completely refurbished former church premises are currently utilized as a vibrant co-working space, cafe, and meeting venue. The versatile layout is ideal for a continuation of these services, or it could serve as a spectacular wedding and events venue (subject to usual permissions).

Key Features & Internal Layout:

  • Ground Floor: A welcoming entrance foyer leading into a breathtaking main area. This floor includes a fully fitted cafe complete with a store and servery, alongside various private meeting rooms.

  • First Floor: A striking mezzanine level that is currently utilized as an open-plan co-working space, benefiting from the building’s dramatic architectural height.

  • Included Inventory: The existing furniture and cafe equipment will remain in situ, offering a highly convenient turnkey solution for incoming tenants.

  • Facilities: The property benefits from male and female public WC facilities, gas-fired central heating, and comprehensive security systems.

External Space & Connectivity

Situated within the historic former Royal Dockyard on the Isle of Sheppey, the property is just 0.3 miles from Sheerness-on-Sea railway station.

Externally, the site provides dedicated parking for numerous vehicles to the rear, including modern EV charging points. For those considering the building as an events venue, further parking and access to grassed/landscaped areas at the front could potentially be made available for outdoor activities.

Property Overview

FeatureDetail
LocationGarrison Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1ED
Total Size7,502 sq ft (697 sq m)
Rent£55,000 pa (£7.33 per sq ft) / £4,583 pcm
Current LayoutCo-working space, cafe, and meeting rooms
Potential UsesOffice space, social activities, or events venue (STP)
ParkingAmple rear parking with EV charging points

Arrange a Viewing

Opportunities to secure a beautifully restored, award-winning building of this historical significance are incredibly rare. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scale, character, and potential of the premises.

View the full property details, floorplans, and gallery here

For further details, to request a full inventory, or to arrange a formal inspection of the Sheerness Dockyard Church, please contact the Harrisons commercial agency team directly.