Ernest Wilson - Nobody Sells Businesses Better!: July 2020

Friday 31 July 2020

SOLD - Harbour Cafe, South Pier, Bridlington

CAFETERIA (60 COVERS) PLUS ALFRESCO, South Pier, Bridlington

An excellent opportunity to acquire this outstanding harbour side cafeteria in this much sought after trading position – rarely do businesses in this position ever reach the open market. AN ABSOLUTELY BUSTLING SITE. The business is worked over six days in Winter and over seven days throughout the Summer – opening in the Winter at 8.00 am and closing at 3.00 pm and in the summer months 6.30 am to 5.00 pm. TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL for an enthusiastic new owner to extend the opening hours to 10.00 pm. There is also potential here for a liquor licence (subject to any necessary consents). VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED . The premises are held on a secure lease with very sensible rent and briefly comprise open plan unit seating 60 people comfortably, superbly fitted servery. To the rear is a very well fitted commercial kitchen, ladies & gents toilets with disabled facilities. Business on lease. Ref: 583531

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Thursday 30 July 2020

SOLD - Silhouette Hair Fashions, Kirkheaton, Huddersfield

LADIES HAIR SALON, Huddersfield

An opportunity to acquire this delightful salon situated in a perfect trading position in the delightful village of Huddersfield – a bustling shopping parade. The present owner is retiring after 31 years here showing high net profits on accounts off only 4 short days trading. An excellent opportunity here for a new younger enthusiastic owner to take the big money. EARLY VIEWING HERE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – VERY SENSIBLY PRICED TO SELL – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on a secure lease with sensible low rent and comprises open plan unit incorporating seated reception area, twin bank wash station, 3 dressing out points, style and dry areas, large well fitted kitchen /colour and store room. Business on lease. Ref: 585165

Wednesday 29 July 2020

SOLD - Otley Post Office, West Yorkshire

MAINS POST OFFICE, GREETINGS CARDS AND STATIONERY in Otley, West Yorkshire.

This is one of the better Post Offices we are currently marketing – it is an ex Crown Post Office and is situated in this bustling West Yorkshire market town. The concern is positioned opposite the bustling bus station in the town centre – PRIME TRADING POSITION. Our clients only work three days per week predominantly – oozing potential to add to the private side greatly. RETIREMENT SALE – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on a secure lease, very sensible rent and comprise reception leading to the main banking hall incorporating a modern Post Office department with two fortress positions, two open plan positions and one combi position, private interview room, rear office. This Post Office does Passports, Driving Licences and so much more. There is a superb greeting card department offering a stunning display of greeting cards, sweets and drinks, ladies and gents toilets, staff kitchen area, store room and photo booth. Business on lease. Ref: 583387

Monday 27 July 2020

SOLD - MPH Motor Engineers - MOT, VEHICLE REPAIRS, SERVICING AND TYRES, Wakefield

MOT, VEHICLE REPAIRS, SERVICING AND TYRES in Wakefield

Busy traditional garage business offering all the usual motor vehicle repair and servicing services as well as being an approved MOT testing station which not only brings in an additional income stream but also provides a source of repair work which proves to be very profitable. The business is run in VERY EASY HOURS by our client with his wife’s assistance with the office work – GENUINE REASON FOR SALE. Huge scope to market the business to local commercial enterprises and taxi companies etc to develop the business much further for younger, enthusiastic new owners. Currently almost all the work is private work. Situated close to Wakefield city centre, these substantial freehold premises briefly comprise spacious, fully equipped workshop with two ramps and MOT bay with inspection pit, tyre fitting room and office. First floor offers stores, kitchenette area and WC. Business & property. Ref: 581819

Friday 24 July 2020

SOLD - Wheatley & Lavine Bakers & Confectioners, Knottingley

FREEHOLD BAKERS AND CONFECTIONERS (RETAIL) in Knottingley

After approximately 40 years of running this bakers and confectioners, our client has decided to retire and sell this valuable business and property. For generations this shop has served the local community and developed an excellent reputation and enjoys a large customer base – a good, profitable concern which offers significant development opportunity to the upper floors and a general modernisation program would undoubtedly set the business up for years to come. AN EXCELLENT BUY AND PRICED TO SELL. VIEWING IS A MUST. This is a double fronted end of terrace property fronting the main A645 through Knottingley, adjacent to all the local amenities including the Post Office and Sainsburys Local. The premises briefly comprise sales shop with various retail displays, rear bakehouse, large store, WC. The first floor is in need of total renovation - it could be made into a good sized two bedroomed flat access is internal and external. Off street parking at the rear. Yard area and gable advertising hording which returns circa £1,200 per annum. EPC Band E. Business & Property. Ref: 583241

Wednesday 22 July 2020

SOLD - The Courtyard Bar & Restaurant, Tutbury, Burton on Trent

BAR & RESTAURANT in Burton-on-Trent

Located in an affluent Staffordshire village near Burton on Trent, this exquisite restaurant and bar is a real jewel. Unique and very attractive, the restaurant has proven SO popular in the short time it has been in operation that the husband and wife team simply cannot catch their breath. It is their wish to have more time to dedicate to their family, and deteriorating health that they have now decided to place the business on the market. Established back in 2009 but only purchased in the last year (2018) by our client and fully refurbished to its present condition and business model. The restaurant truly caters to a classy and discerning clientele. Attractive and atmospheric decor, modern fit-out, comprehensively equipped and boasting one of the most pleasant outside area’s we have witnessed, with ultra-comfortable seating on a choice of either paved terrace or on the lush green. The business is currently worked on low hours, being closed Monday’s and only operating for six hours each Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday and so the scope to further increase turnover is substantial. The Premises Comprises: Archway off the village Main Street leading through to the courtyard and on to the restaurant entrance. In addition to the single door entry, the large glazed barn style door retracts fully giving a good portion of the bar and dining room a marvellous open air feel. Reception podium and bar/restaurant area with a mix of seating on high bar stools around high top tables and regular height dining table and chairs. The restaurant will comfortably accommodate 60 or more diners in an open plan series of areas. Larger groups can be catered for too on a banquet size table. The restaurant walls are a mix of exposed brick and plastered and wallpapered walls and the floor is fully tiled. Great lighting and much use of natural materials including timber give the restaurant an appealing, earthy tone. Attractive bar with 4 beer dispensing towers and a very well stocked back bar display. There is a customer WC and a Disabled Persons WC with baby changing facilities. The restaurant has gas central heating. Superb, commercially equipped catering kitchen and prep room with purpose-built walk-in refrigeration. Rear entry for deliveries and access to bins. Externally, the restaurant has approval for the use of the terracing, courtyard and grass covered green. There is a range of comfortable, quality outdoor furniture – sofas, armchairs, coffee and dining tables. Gazebo and umbrella’s in case the sun gets too hot. There are even deck chairs laid out on the green! Business on lease. Ref: 583621

Tuesday 21 July 2020

SOLD - Station Road Post Office, Baildon

MAINS POST OFFICE AND CONVENIENCE STORE in Baildon, Shipley

Super opportunity to acquire this very popular Mains Post Office which occupies a highly prominent position in this much sought after village (they have a full bureau for currency). The business is being sold for genuine reasons and is accordingly priced to sell – VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE as the shop fit out is excellent and the retail turnover could be so much higher with an able and enthusiastic owner at the helm. The premises are held on a secure lease and offers huge potential to do so much more. This is a substantial detached property with a highly prominent frontage and easy on street parking. Internally is a large and superbly fitted retail shop with three position Post Office counter to the rear. Store room / staff room and WC. To the first floor is a generously proportioned six bedroom flat which could be sub let to return £600 per calendar month. Enclosed split level gardens. Business on lease. Ref: 581728

Tuesday 14 July 2020

SOLD - The Sandwich Hut, Bradford

SANDWICH BAR & CAFÉ in Bradford

Our client has owned and operated this business since 2004 and is now selling due to other business interests. This is a very well-known sandwich bar and café occupying a super corner position on one of the areas busiest roads. The business is passed by thousands of cars every day and has masses of industry and commerce within the immediate area – fabulous site which is capable of doing so much more. The premises are offered with the security of a new lease and have low overheads – THIS IS AN EXCELLENT BUY THAT IS PRICED TO SELL. Other business commitments force this reluctant sale. This is a ground floor unit with a prominent corner frontage and security shutters. Internally is an open plan café area with seating for approximately 10. Counter area with well equipped kitchen to the rear. Store and WC. Easy on street parking. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 584668

Monday 13 July 2020

SOLD - Capones Pizza, Bradford

PIZZA, PASTA AND BURGERS in Bradford – AVAILABLE LEASEHOLD OR FREEHOLD

An opportunity to acquire this traditionally run, authentic pizza bar which has been in the same hands for the last 30 years. The business has been professionally operated, producing quality pizzas. The concern is situated in this prime trading position in a lovely yet densely populated residential area. The turnover quoted is achieved with NO DELIVERY SERVICE (our clients will not introduce deliveries). The business is worked over seven evenings – NO LATE NIGHTS. A TRULY OUTSTANDING CONCERN WITH REAL SCOPE FOR A DELIVERY SERVICE. The premises are totally immaculate throughout and comprise all double glass fronted modern sales shop and servery, open preparation and commercial kitchen, store rooms. Basement: two store rooms, toilet and wash hand basin. The private family accommodation is self-contained and is currently let out at £320 per month, comprising: lounge, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, attic bedroom, parking to the front on large parking forecourt. Business on lease. Ref: 584719

Friday 10 July 2020

SOLD - Shake it Up, Whitby

MILKSHAKE BAR / BISTRO in Whitby

Rarely does such an opportunity present itself to acquire such prominent premises at the very heart of Whitby amongst all the activity that the harbour brings. The business trades as a milkshake and ice cream parlour presently and achieves a good weekly turnover following refurbishment in 2019 however our clients business commitments force this reluctant sale. The premises are very well presented and could be developed into other areas if required. Large passing trade with lots of independent shops set in this characterful street. Secure lease and very low overheads for such a position. PRICED TO SELL - THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY. This is a modest ground floor unit with a tasteful traditional frontage. Internally is a good sized sales shop with contemporary decor, high stool seating and a counter area. To the rear is a well equipped kitchen, store and WC. Business on lease. Ref: 584743

Tuesday 7 July 2020

SOLD - Shezzaans Restaurant, Morley, Leeds

RESTAURANT & TAKEAWAY, Leeds

An exciting opportunity to acquire this well known restaurant and takeaway. The site occupies a prominent location on the fringe of the town centre with a constant flow of passing trade. The business is currently run totally by staff and would benefit from full time working owner. Worked in sensible hours for this type of trade. VIEWING RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on secure lease with sensible rent and briefly comprise immaculate 40 cover restaurant, open theatre style kitchen, basement storage with walk in cold room. Business on lease. Ref: 583176

Monday 6 July 2020

SOLD - The Rabbit Hole Coffee Shop & Cafe, Headingley, Leeds

COFFEE SHOP & CAFE (18 COVERS PLUS 8 OUTSIDE), West Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this delightful coffee shop and cafe, situated in the heart of this West Yorkshire area surrounded by students and shoppers - commanding main road site. Bereavement forces this reluctant sale. The business is worked in very short hours over six days and offers tremendous potential for so much more. PRICED TO SELL DUE TO BEREAVEMENT AND OFFERS AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR SOMEONE TO EXTEND THE HOURS AND WIDEN THE MENU. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprising newly fitted all glass fronted sales unit and the shop front can be opened on to the outer coffee area. The coffee shop has been completely refurbished throughout with new state of the art 2 station coffee machine for all those specialist coffees plus lots of other equipment, servery and kitchen area, toilet with wash hand basin, basement storage. Business on lease. Ref: 584865 EPC Band D.

Friday 3 July 2020

SOLD - Style-Tec Hair Salon, Huddersfield

HAIR SALON, Huddersfield

Beautifully presented hair salon occupying a PRIME TRADING POSITION in this bustling shopping district approximately close to town centre – surrounded by residential dwellings, industrial and commercial premises in this densely populated area. The business is run in easy hours over a four and a half day week by our client with the assistance of staff and has proved itself to be very profitable over many years – same hands in excess of 15 years – owner now retiring. The premises are offered on a new lease and currently enjoy a low rent and low overheads generally. Briefly comprising reception area with two dressing out stations and customer waiting area. Second salon with four further dressing out stations and two backwash stations – Air conditioned – staff kitchen/dispensary . EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 584705

Wednesday 1 July 2020

SOLD - Mindy's Big Baps, Leeds

CAFE AND SANDWICH BAR in Leeds

Our clients have operated this business since 2007 and enjoy a local reputation with a large and loyal customer base. Located on a busy parade of shops with a large convenience store, bookmakers and a Premier store. This is the hub of the local community and enjoys a large footfall of passing trade. Easily operated concern working on good gross profit margins and low overheads - TRADING JUST FIVE AND A HALF HOURS PER DAY. The premises are offered with the security of a new lease and is priced sensibly. This is a generously proportioned ground floor lock-up premises with a prominent double frontage with security shutters and a small forecourt area. Internally is a spacious cafe with seating for 14 in comfort, counter area, commercial kitchen, preparation room, storage and WC. Easy on street parking. Business on lease. Ref: 585092

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