Commercial property · South West
Commercial property solicitors in Cornwall
Cornwall’s commercial market is driven by tourism, hospitality and small local businesses. Truro is the main centre for offices and professional services, while towns like Falmouth, Newquay and St Ives have busy seasonal retail and food trades. Industrial space is spread across estates near the A30 and the main towns.
Business areas
Truro city centre, Aerohub Business Park (Newquay), Threemilestone Industrial Estate (Truro), Walker Lines Industrial Estate (Bodmin), Pool and Camborne, Falmouth Docks
For landlords and tenants of shops, offices and industrial units, with a fixed fee or a tailored quote.
Local knowledge
Commercial property in Cornwall
What we look out for on leases in the area.
Seasonal hospitality leases
Cafés, restaurants and shops in resort towns often trade mainly in summer. We look at rent levels, rent review terms and break clauses with that pattern in mind, and check the premises licence and any outside seating rights.
Coastal buildings
Harbourside and seafront buildings can face weathering, flood risk and higher repair costs. We review the repairing covenants closely and suggest a schedule of condition to limit what you have to put right at the end of the lease.
Mining and ground conditions
Old mine workings can affect commercial sites as well as homes. We order a mining search on freehold and long leasehold purchases, and flag any risk that might affect future development or lending.
Our services
How we can help
Taking a lease
For tenants: we check the lease before you commit.
Tailored quoteMore about taking a leaseGranting a lease
For landlords: a lease that protects your property and income.
Tailored quoteMore about granting a leaseAuction lots
We review legal packs before you bid, and prepare packs for sellers.
Review your auction packPrepare your auction packQuestions
Commercial property in Cornwall
Yes. Lease negotiations happen by email and phone, and most documents are signed electronically. That works well for Cornwall, where landlords, tenants and agents are often spread across the county or further away. We deal with the other side’s solicitor directly and keep you informed at every stage.
Often, yes. A tenant’s break option lets you leave early if trade doesn’t work out, which matters for businesses that rely on a short summer season. Landlords may ask for conditions, such as paying rent up to date. We negotiate break terms that are clear and realistic to meet.
Talk to us
Tell us about the property
We’re based in Newcastle and act for landlords and tenants across England and Wales by email and video call. Send us the details, including any heads of terms, and we’ll come back with a fixed fee or a quote.
Property elsewhere?
We act for landlords and tenants across England and Wales.
