rent a unit

We are proud to be home to a host of innovative, unique and independent businesses. The businesses populate a range of units from shared retail spaces or 10ft kiosks through to bigger restaurants or bars. Our upcycled shipping containers incubate start-ups and provide a platform for growth and expansion.

We are all about supporting individuals to set up their first business premises, so if you think this could provide the opportunity you need to have a go yourself, please contact us below by selecting the lease length you’d be interested in.

short-term pop-up

Our short-term pop ups are the perfect option for businesses wanting to test out their offering and to have a presence in the city centre without the commitment of a large lease.

Our short-term pop ups can range from just two days, all the way up to week bookings.

We have a dedicated pop-up unit which provides our customers the opportunity to try something new. Our pop-up unit contains everything you need to get started, including a fridge, sink, and space for signage and menus – plus we’ll advertise your pop-up on our website and socials.

Here’s a few things you will need to open a pop-up at SPARK:

Interested? Submit your proposal below:

12-month lease

When one of our existing traders moves on to brighter things (for example, their own permanent site in the city), we occasionally have available units on a 12-month lease. This is the perfect option for businesses wanting to set up their first business premise right in the heart of York.

Fill out the form below with your proposal and a member of our team will reach out to discuss your application!