A prominent former Armagh butcher’s shop has returned to the commercial property market, with the premises at the corner of Barrack Street and Scotch Street now available to let as two separate units or as one larger space.

The property formerly operated as A. Flanagan & Son, the family-run butcher’s and deli that traded in the city for 92 years. The business ceased trading in November 2023 after David Flanagan, who had taken over from his father, announced the closure.

The decision came as a shock to many local people, with Flanagan’s described as an institution in Armagh. The prominent stone-fronted building subsequently remained empty for three years.

Flexible options for a new occupier

The premises was initially placed on the market for sale. However, as it approaches its third anniversary on the market, the property has instead become available to let, offering potential tenants the option of taking only part of the ground floor or occupying the whole space.

Property agent CPS is advertising what it describes as “flexible rent options”. The agent says the premises could suit a café, deli, coffee shop, bakery, takeaway, food production business or catering operation.

“With a prominent shopfront and versatile accommodation, the premises are ideally suited to a café, deli, coffee shop, bakery, takeaway, food production business or catering operation,”

CPS also says the layout could support other retail, hospitality and commercial uses, subject to any necessary consents.

What the Armagh property includes

Inside, the building includes a front retail area with tiled flooring and timber panelling. At the rear are kitchen and food-preparation areas, along with chilling and freezing facilities.

The property also has a delivery and dispatch area leading onto Little Barrack Street. The units can be rented separately or as a whole, with the rent reflecting the amount of space occupied.

  • 1 Scotch Street: £15,000 per year.
  • 1A Scotch Street: £7,500 per year.
  • Entire ground floor: guide rent of £20,000 per year.

Early enquiries are encouraged. Anyone interested in taking on the former Armagh butcher’s premises is asked to contact CPS directly.