Commercial Kitchens for Rentin Cambridge
Historic university city with strong student market.
Cambridge Ghost Kitchen Market Overview
Current market data and pricing for commercial kitchens in Cambridge
£1,000 - £4,500
per month
£8 - £20
per sq ft / year
3 months (managed), 3-6 months (industrial)
rent upfront
6-12 months rolling, 3-5 years industrial
Major Kitchen Operators in Cambridge
Deliveroo Editions
29 Clifton Road, CB1 7EB
Monopoly on high-spec managed pods; data-driven demand generation with top app placement
Oya Kitchens
Various pubs including The Green Dragon
Asset-light market entry via pub residencies - £1,000/mo + 17.5% commission
The Park (Cambridge Regional College)
Kings Hedges Road, CB4 2QT
Teaching kitchens for batch production and prep work
Cambridge Market Insights
- •'Lab Space' cannibalization - biotech firms pay £35-45 PSF, pushing out food operators
- •Cargo bike logistics are operational necessity, not just green marketing
- •'Host Kitchen' model (pub residencies) is path of least resistance given planning difficulties
Best Areas for Ghost Kitchens in Cambridge
Strategic location analysis with pricing, logistics ratings, and local insights
Clifton Road Industrial Estate
The 'Gold Standard' for Cambridge delivery. Home to Deliveroo Editions. Adjacent to railway station and dense Romsey/Petersfield neighborhoods.
Intense competition; available units extremely scarce
Coldhams Road Industrial Estate
Premier trade counter location east of Clifton Road. Larger units with better loading facilities. Secondary hub for city distribution.
Mill Road bridge closure severely impacts connectivity to south of city
Nuffield Road & Milton Road
North Cambridge bordering Science Park. Aging but functional industrial stock near Cambridge North station. Corporate lunch market.
Redevelopment clauses common - leases may include 6-month development breaks
Bar Hill & Gateway Cambridge
Major logistics hub 5-7 miles northwest along A14. Large 'Big Sheds' and distribution centers at lower rents.
NOT viable for hot food delivery - 20+ minute travel time to city
Data researched January 2026. Pricing and availability subject to change.
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Guides & Resources for Cambridge
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Commercial Kitchens in Cambridge
Discover 32 professional kitchen spaces available in Cambridge.
Why Choose Cambridge?
- Access to 147,000 potential customers
- 2-4 miles delivery coverage
- Professional equipment included
- Flexible rental terms - hourly, daily, monthly
- Near major transport links
Kitchen Types in Cambridge
Ghost Kitchens
Delivery-only spaces for virtual restaurants
Catering Kitchens
Professional spaces for catering businesses
Prep Kitchens
Food preparation and production spaces
Baking Kitchens
Bakery spaces with ovens and mixers
Dark Kitchens
Delivery-focused commercial kitchens
Cambridge Kitchen Market Overview
£600-1,300/month
Typical monthly rates
Mill Road, Chesterton, Romsey Town
Cambridge City Council
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Cambridge Licensing & Regulations
Local council requirements and compliance information for food businesses
Cambridge City Council / Cambridgeshire County Council Environmental Health
Inspection Timeline
Initial visit within 28 days of registration
Registration requirement: Register your food business at least 28 days before opening via the GOV.UK portal.
Cambridge Local Requirements
- CRITICAL: Bus Gates with ANPR enforcement - Mill Road, Silver Street closed to cars
- Cargo bikes are ONLY viable cross-city delivery solution due to traffic filters
- Article 4 Directions: 400m exclusion zones around schools for hot food takeaways
- 'Science Park Effect' - landlords prefer clean-tech tenants over food operators
- Dark kitchens classified as Sui Generis - full planning application required
Planning Permission
Most UK councils classify dark kitchens as Sui Generis (a class of their own), not Class E. This means you may need full planning permission to convert a warehouse or retail unit into a commercial kitchen. Check with your local planning authority before signing a lease.
Commercial Kitchen Rental in Cambridge: FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a commercial kitchen?
Commercial kitchen rental in Cambridge typically costs £15-80/hour for shared spaces, £100-600/day for full-day hire, or £1,000-8,000/month for dedicated dark kitchen units. Prices vary significantly by location, with London commanding premium rates.
What licences do I need for a food business in Cambridge?
You need to register your food business with your local council at least 28 days before opening (free). You'll also need a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (£30-100), public liability insurance (minimum £5M), and the kitchen premises must have a valid food hygiene rating.
What is a dark kitchen?
A dark kitchen (also called ghost kitchen or cloud kitchen) is a commercial cooking space with no customer seating, built purely for delivery orders through apps like Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats. They cost 60-70% less to start than traditional restaurants.
Can I rent a kitchen by the hour?
Yes, many commercial kitchens offer hourly rental, typically from £15-80/hour depending on location and facilities. This is ideal for caterers, meal prep businesses, and operators testing new food concepts before committing to monthly rental.
How do I find a commercial kitchen near me?
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