Multi Purpose, Custom Built

Ditch High Rents and Get Seen

— Trade Where People Actually Shop

Grow your business with low-cost pods in high-footfall retail zones

Town centres have slowing down and some effectively closed down over the last decade. Overheads are still rising. Our retail pods give you the freedom to sell where shoppers continue to go – supermarkets, retail parks and busy forecourts.

Why a Retail Pod?

The Smarter Way to Trade — Without the Overheads

Forget leases, rates, and long-term contracts. Retail Pods give you a flexible, low-risk way to sell, test, or scale — in premium retail environments with zero hassle. You bring the brand. We bring the build.

  • No leases, no business rates
  • Total visibility, full control over your space
  • Quick to launch, easy to manage

Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, Retail Pods offer the ideal stepping stone for today’s retail landscape.

Synergistic Boost from Supermarket Promotions

Ride the Wave of Retail Momentum

Retail Pods placed on supermarket sites benefit directly from the built-in traffic and promotional ecosystem of national chains. From seasonal surges to daily essentials, supermarket shoppers are primed to discover something new — like your brand.

  • Amplify your visibility with supermarket-level footfall
  • Align your promotions with trusted household names
  • Capture impulse interest and convert it on the spot

It’s not just space — it’s synergy. Leverage high-traffic locations for accelerated brand exposure and sales.

Pod Profit Potential

Off-Peak Monetisation Opportunities

Unlike traditional retail locations, car park businesses can profit during off-peak supermarket hours—e.g., early morning coffee runs, late-evening EV charging, or last-minute errands—maximizing daily trading hours.

Synergistic Boost from Supermarket Promotions

Your business benefits from supermarket campaigns (e.g., school holidays, seasonal shopping surges) without having to fund the marketing—leading to passive spikes in revenue during peak retail windows. 

Low Barrier to Entry for High-Margin Niches

The modular format and utility-ready plots make it cheaper and faster to launch high-margin services like beauty, recruitment, or mobile repairs—letting entrepreneurs scale quickly with lower capital risk.

Strong Exit & Franchising Value

Once proven, these units become attractive to franchisees or acquisition-ready businesses. A profitable car park location has transferable systems and footfall data—enhancing resale or franchising profit potential.

Built-In Customer Base Reduces Marketing Spend

High footfall from supermarket traffic means less reliance on paid advertising to drive visits—maximising profit margins from day one.

Commercial Appeal

Why Hundreds of Retailers Choose Retail Pods

Location Advantage

Position your business where shoppers already go daily – supermarkets, retail parks, and busy forecourts

Financial Freedom

No leases. No business rates. No long-term lock ins. Flexible weekly or monthly terms.

Complete Control

Your brand, your pod, your way. Full customisation with our expert support.

Affordable weekly or monthly terms

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Trust

Trusted by food, fashion, wellness, service orientated and gifting retailers UK-wide

Multiple Commercial Use Cases

POD USES

“I increased my monthly turnover by 73% after moving from my high street location to an Retail pod outside Morrisons. Lower overheads meant my profit margin doubled.”
— Max, Max Barbers

  • Barbers – keeps male customers engaged.
  • Mobile phone repairs – a reason to visit beyond groceries.
  • Nail & beauty bars – taps into discretionary spending.
  • Coffee kiosks – morning traffic, repeat customers.
  • Bakery stands – impulse buys, family shoppers (non-compete with instore bakery, specific products not in store)
    • Dry cleaning drop-off – errand consolidation.
    • Estate agents – typically city centres, big rent, reduced footfall
    • EV charging & lounge – longer dwell times, sustainability-focused.
    • NHS Screening
    • Fresh fruit smoothies/ice cream/slush – lunch crowds, evening customers.
    • Eco-refill stations – aligns with sustainability trends.
    • Key cutting & locksmiths – practical, in-demand.
  • Car wash services – convenience-driven add-on.
  • Pet grooming services – attracts pet owners.
  • Fresh flower stalls – event-driven spending.
  • Book & news stands – everyday footfall boost.
  • Bike repair & servicing – ideal for city stores.
  • Podiatrists – free parking is something people value when engaging with services
  • Recruitment Companies – always relevant
Outside Space Solutions

Key Features & Specifications

Each Retail Pod is crafted with premium materials and equipped with features to ensure functionality and security.

Specifications:

  • Structure: Fully insulated walls for comfort and energy efficiency.
  • Security: Reinforced doors, CCTV, and alarm systems.
  • Climate Control: Infra-red heating and air conditioning.
  • Lighting: Interior and optional exterior lighting solutions.
  • Power: Eco-friendly solar power functionality.
  • Customisation: External paint design and branding options.
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+Years of Experience in Outdoor Solutions

Tailored to Reflect Your Brand

Customisation Options

Personalise your Retail Pod to align with your business identity.

Exterior colour schemes

Branding and logos

Interior layouts and furnishings

Lighting and ambiance settings

From Concept to Completion

Installation Process & Support

Our streamlined process ensures a hassle-free experience.

Discuss your requirements and vision

Consultation

Customise your Shop Pod with our design team

Design

Built with precision and quality materials

Manufacturing

Efficient setup at your chosen location

Delivery & Installation

Ongoing assistance post-installation

Aftercare Support

GALLERY

Visualise Your Future Retail Pod

Get inspired by our growing portfolio of Retail Pods in action across the UK. From vibrant retail pods in busy shopping centres to compact service kiosks in supermarket car parks, our structures are as versatile as the businesses that use them.

Whether you’re launching a street food concept, expanding a vape retail brand like I Love Vapours, or setting up a mobile service unit, our gallery highlights the diverse ways Retail Pods elevate commercial spaces. Notice the attention to detail, bold branding, interior layouts, and smart design solutions — all tailored to each client’s vision.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? Here’s what businesses like yours ask before choosing Retail Pods.

Can I test it before delivery?

Yes. Once built in our Peterborough HQ we welcome pre-delivery inspections (PDI)

What about branding and fit-out?

Your pod interior and exterior reflect your business. We support the setup and can assist with branding and logo too.

Are Retail Pods weatherproof?

Absolutely. Retail Pods are fully insulated and built to withstand UK weather, including rain, wind, and temperature changes. Optional climate control systems are also available.

If rent is killing your margin and footfall’s dried up – isn’t it time to position your business where people actually shop today?

Request Your Free Consultation & Quote

Our friendly and knowledgeable team are always happy to chat with you, provide and free quote and create a unique custom solution to suit your needs.

Address

Outside space solutions
Unit 4
58 the causeway
Thorney
Peterborough
PE60QH

Get in Touch

Whether it’s business, product or general questions get in touch with us via the form or  info@outsidespacesolutions.co.uk

Phone

01733 214 475