Your Base In The Durham Dales
Flexible Workspaces & Retail Units
Inspiring spaces for independent businesses, makers and growing enterprises—set in the heart of the North Pennines.
Build Your Business in a Place That Inspires
Whether you’re launching a new venture, relocating your business, or looking for a more inspiring place to work, our business centres in the Durham Dales offer flexible, affordable workspaces and retail units to rent.
Both the Durham Dales Centre and Rookhope Business Centre provide practical, well-maintained units in attractive rural settings, supporting a diverse mix of retailers, creatives, service providers and professional businesses.
With flexible terms, on-site parking, and a strong sense of community, our centres are ideal for businesses that value space, accessibility and a better work–life balance.
Durham Dales Centre – Retail & Workspace Opportunities
The Durham Dales Centre offers a unique opportunity for businesses looking to combine workspace with customer-facing retail. Home to a mix of independent shops, studios and service businesses, the Centre benefits from regular visitors, local loyalty and a welcoming atmosphere.
Units here are particularly well suited to retailers, artisans, makers, wellness businesses and professional services that value visibility, community engagement and an attractive setting. With generous parking, landscaped outdoor areas and complementary on-site facilities, it’s a location that works just as well for customers as it does for tenants.
Take a look below at what's currently available.
Unit B6
Size sq ft:
117
Location:
Durham Dales Centre
Unit B11
Size sq ft:
98
Location:
Durham Dales Centre
Rookhope Business Centre – Flexible Rural Workspaces
Rookhope Business Centre provides adaptable workspaces ideal for businesses seeking a calmer, more focused environment. The Centre is well suited to trades, consultants, creatives, remote teams and small enterprises that don’t require a retail presence but value space, affordability and ease of access.
Units offer flexibility to grow and adapt over time, making the Centre a strong choice for start-ups and established businesses alike. Set within the Durham Dales, it provides a productive working environment without the pressures and costs of town or city locations.
Workspace 1
Size sq ft:
807
Location:
Rookhope Business Centre
Workspace 2
Size sq ft:
398
Location:
Rookhope Business Centre
Workspace 3
Size sq ft:
398
Location:
Rookhope Business Centre
Hear What Our Visitors Say
John T
Made to feel welcome here. Worth a visit if in the area.
Eddie730
Exceptionally friendly staff make your visit worthwhile.
Christine4521
The staff were lovely, very friendly, and it was a great stop for us - we will definitely return.
Cam
I can recommend this place to everyone . Well done Dales Centre.
Penny H
The facilities are warm, welcoming and I don't think we could have found a better place for what turned into a two hour + visit! I highly recommend it.
Ann E
Good parking facilities, clean toilets, nice little gift shops with lots of local crafts and gifts. Well worth a visit.