Prominent, vacant unit in Boston town centre looks set for new start as dental practice

The former Masons shoe shop, in Strait Bargate, has stood vacant since its last occupant Clarks left the town in 2016.

The following year, approval was given for the premises to be converted into a coffee shop, but these plans never went ahead.

Then, in 2022, there was dismay when a bid was made to turn the building into an 24-hour adult gaming centre. This application would go on to be withdrawn.

Now, the site looks set to become Boston Dental HQ – at least according to posters added to the shop’s window.

These promise ‘a new standard in dental care’ and say the business will be ‘opening soon’.

A QR code included on the posters for people to join a ‘priority list’ opens up a website – bostondentalhq.com.

There, the business is described as a five-surgery practice opening in autumn 2026.

It says it will offer same-day appointments, be open 365 days a year, and have a 24/7 phone line for emergencies.

“We’re just finishing the building and adding some final touches,” the website says. “Register your details below and we’ll let you know the moment we open the doors.”