Ernest Wilson - Nobody Sells Businesses Better!: September 2020

Wednesday 30 September 2020

SOLD - Middle Lane Post Office, Rotherham

POST OFFICE AND CONVENIENCE STORE with FULL LOTTO in Rotherham

What a fantastic opportunity to acquire this superb and recently refitted premises which is only offered for sale due to unforeseen circumstances. This shop must be seen to be appreciated and the potential is untold with retail sales improving weekly – obvious potential to introduce an off licence (subject to licence) - now approved for lottery. Convenience store business could so easily take BIG MONEY HERE with a modest extension of opening hours and the introduction of alcohol sales as described above. Our client chooses to run the business on standard Post Office hours and without alcohol due to his religious beliefs but this store which is IMMACULATELY FITTED AND EQUIPPED is crying out to be run as a convenience store should be with the added benefit of having a Post Office attached. This is an ideal location with good passing trade to complement the mass of ‘chimney pots’ that surround the shop. The premises are offered with the security of a new lease and low overheads. The freehold is potentially available by separate negotiation (subject to contract). This is an impressive shop which occupies a superb corner position with an imposing frontage and professional signage. Internally is a modern sales shop which was only completed in October 2017 with spectacular results. Excellent range of quality fittings with a retail counter by the door and Post Office counter to the end. To the rear is a stock room, staff facilities and WC. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 581643

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Tuesday 29 September 2020

SOLD - Best One Convenience Store, Brighouse

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in Brighouse

This is a very well established convenience store located at the heart of this densely populated residential area on the fringes of the Brighouse town centre. The business is RUN ENTIRELY BY STAFF due to our clients other business commitments. This could do so much more under the management of a working owner. The premises have a secure lease and a very sensible rent for such a large property. Good solid business which could do so much more. This is an old established co-operative building which is full of character with an impressive double frontage. Internally is a large open plan shop with a huge range of fixtures and fittings, large basement storage and a huge open plan first floor which is crying out for conversion to a residential dwelling, (subject to necessary consents). EASY ROADSIDE PARKING. Business on lease.Ref: 583128

Monday 28 September 2020

SOLD - Eden Nail & Beauty, Ossett

BEAUTY SALON AND NAILS in Ossett

An opportunity to acquire this delightful nail manicure and beauty treatment business which is highly profitable and easily run. Situated in this bustling market town, a prime position in this shopping precinct. The business is worked over six days and specialises in manicure and beauty treatments. The premises are held on a secure lease, low rent and comprise reception leading to the nail and manicure room with four work stations and two beauty treatment rooms. First floor three beauty treatment rooms, store room, toilet and wash hand basin. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 584754

Friday 25 September 2020

SOLD - Thorpe News & Off Licence, Bradford

LICENCED CONVENIENCE STORE & LOTTO, Bradford

Well appointed and very well established licenced convenience store located at the very heart of this densely populated residential estate. This shop is an ‘institution’ with the local community however due to our clients ill health the time has come to sell the business. The potential here is enormous – a stock injection and a broader range of products could massively improve this to take the big money. Located within this 7 storey block of flats there really is a captive audience right on the door step – EXCELLENT POSITION – VERY LOW OVERHEADS – GREAT BUY. Substantial frontage and easy parking the premises briefly comprise counter area to the centre with over 1000 square feet of retail space either side and storage to the rear, Planning approved for a sandwich bar to one side. Business on lease. Ref: 584840

Thursday 24 September 2020

SOLD - Taste Buds Sandwich Bar, Brighouse

SANDWICH BAR, West Yorkshire

A superbly appointed sandwich bar occupying a corner position on one of the main roads into this West Yorkshire town centre. The shop is surrounded by commerce and industry and is passed by literally 1000’s of cars every day and has the benefit of easy roadside parking right outside the door. This must be one of Brighouse’s longest established businesses and is extremely well known – 5 Star Health & Hygiene Rating and very easy hours over six days. Substantial stone built end of terrace two storey building which comprises, ground floor shop with glass fronted counter, large and well equipped commercial kitchen, basement, first floor staff room, store. Security of a new lease and sensible rent – AN EXCELLENT BUY AND WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND VIEWING. EPC Band F. Business on lease. Ref: 585045

Wednesday 23 September 2020

SOLD - Hutton Cranswick Fish & Chips, Driffield

FREEHOLD FISH & CHIPS SHOP WITH FOUR BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION near Driffield

Fabulous opportunity to acquire this stunning detached property in this much sought after East Riding village. The premises have been extensively refurbished with no expense spared and must be viewed to be fully appreciated. The business is proud to be shortlisted as one of only three finalists in the Hull Daily Mail, Food and Drink Awards for Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire 2019. The business is very well patronised and only operates in six openings per week (14.5 hours frying time). AN EXCELLENT BUSINESS. This is a substantial detached property set in a generous plot occupying a prominent position at the centre of the village. The premises briefly comprise ground floor shop with customer waiting area and full width counter with three pan high efficiency Hopkins counter range. To the rear is a large level preparation room with tiled floor and a wealth of quality equipment, lobby and WC. The accommodation is self-contained currently let out for £850 per calendar month and provides generous family accommodation with private driveway, double garage and enclosed garden. Internally comprises large lounge, long dining kitchen, utility room, WC and office. First floor is a single bedroom, bathroom and three double bedrooms (one with en-suite). Beautiful décor throughout. Business & Property. Ref: 558033

Tuesday 22 September 2020

SOLD - Brown Greens Licensed Vegetarian Coffee Shop, Rawdon, Leeds

LICENSED VEGETARIAN COFFEE SHOP in Leeds

This well established business is offered for sale only due our clients young family and provides a brilliant opportunity for someone to build further on these solid foundations. The concern is open sensible hours with scope to increase these (licensed until 8pm but currently only operates until 3.30pm due to our clients young family). Situated on a busy main road with easy roadside parking nearby. A highly visible position at one of the regions busiest traffic junctions. The premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise double fronted seating area which comfortably seats 30 people, counter area including an array of coffee machines. To the rear is a good sized preparation kitchen with extraction unit. Store room and WC. Business on lease. Ref: 583069

Friday 18 September 2020

SOLD - Darnall Fisheries, Sheffield

FISH AND CHIPS in Sheffield

So very rarely do businesses of this calibre reach the open market. This is a highly profitable concern and is run totally by staff. Our client is retiring after 31 years here. The right working owners could take the big money here. The business is worked over a five and a half day week, offering potential for seven day operation, especially in this commanding position. A substantial, virtually detached freehold property offering a professionally fitted fisheries along with excellent self-contained residential accommodation. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, SENSIBLY PRICED. Turnover Available Upon Request. The freehold premises comprise fully tiled spacious sales shop sporting a four pan island range, very large preparation kitchen, potato preparation room, store room, staff changing room, toilet and wash hand basin. Large loft area. There is a self-contained apartment comprising reception leading to the lounge, dining kitchen, bathroom. Second floor large double bedroom. Business & Property. Ref: 583516

Thursday 17 September 2020

SOLD - Wino, Closed Wine Bar, Leeds

CLOSED BAR in Leeds City Centre

We have been instructed by the landlords of the property where the successful and profitable wine bar was operated from. Prior to closure in March 2020, this business was very popular with a large following and in our opinion could easily be re-established. This is in a stunning position in the heart of Leeds City Centre in the business district fronting onto St Pauls Street – bustling location with parking bays right outside the wine bar. There is major development in this area with Channel 4 moving into the old Majestyk nightclub site, Burberry moving into the major office development at 6 Queen Street and the new shared Government Hub site at Wellington Place which will see around 6,000 civil servants from HMRC and NHS Digital to name a couple of big name companies – ALL WITHIN A FEW MINUTES WALK FROM THIS BAR. Tremendous potential to also introduce a good food menu here – the previous food menu was very limited. The premises have been totally renovated to a high standard with bespoke décor and lighting. The premises will be held on a new lease, sensible rent and comprise all glass fronted open plan unit incorporating bar and servery. Under the previous owners, the seating area had provisions for 31 covers plus extra seating at the bar. To the rear is the kitchen, preparation and store areas. Toilet and wash hand basin. New lease available. Ref: 585150

Wednesday 16 September 2020

SOLD - Spoons Tea Rooms, Cullingworth

TEA ROOMS AND COFFEE SHOP in Cullingworth

This is a fabulous opportunity to acquire this very popular tea rooms located at the centre of this popular village close to Bronte Country. Located adjacent to a recently constructed Co-Op and within a mill complex, this is a highly prominent position. The business has been run entirely by staff for a number of years and has achieved a super turnover with undoubted potential to do even more following the introduction of a new first floor tea room in March 2020 and an opportunity to develop an external seating area. BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED - VIEWING IS A MUST. The stone built property is arranged over two floors and comprise ground floor 32 cover cafe area which is tastefully presented with a quality, well equipped commercial kitchen to the rear. WC. To the first floor is a large store room / preparation kitchen and an additional 20 cover tea room which is ideal for private functions, christenings, baby showers etc. Currently, the premises are not licensed to retail alcohol which could offer additional scope. Externally is a large communal car park and an area which could be converted to a tea garden. Business on lease. Ref: 585190

Monday 14 September 2020

SOLD - Moonbean Cafe Bar, Sowerby Bridge

LICENSED CAFE BAR in Sowerby Bridge

Very nicely presented licensed cafe bar ideally located on the main street through the popular town of Sowerby Bridge. The business is located opposite a large public car park and has easy on street parking right outside the door. The business enjoys a very good local reputation and trades in very easy hours over a six day week with periodic ‘tasting nights’. Good turnover with potential to do even more. Secure lease and low overheads. This is a very pleasant and well-presented premises which is priced sensibly. The website describes it accurately as a cosy, quirky and relaxed environment and the premises comprise dining area in a relaxed style, counter / bar, open kitchen. To the basement is a private dining room, WC’s and storage. Eye catching shop frontage. First floor apartment can be included by separate negotiation with the landlord. Business on lease. Ref: 585093

Thursday 10 September 2020

SOLD - Etherington News, Bishop Auckland, County Durham

NEWS, SWEETS, TOBACCO, LOTTERY AND PAYPOINT in County Durham

An opportunity to acquire this outstanding counter news in this commanding trading position - BUSY MAIN ROAD SITE WITH EASY PARKING. The business is worked in sensible hours, closing at 6pm through the week and 1pm on Sundays. RUN ENTIRELY BY STAFF DUE TO OUR CLIENTS OTHER SHOP WHICH IS ALSO BEING SOLD THROUGH THIS AGENCY. The business is a highly profitable concern and shows a fantastic weekly turnover. The premises are freehold and comprise very large walk round self-service sales shop offering many different departments from greeting cards, news, confectionery and more. To the rear is the kitchen / store, toilet and wash hand basin. Courtyard to the rear with large garage. The self-contained apartment comprises large lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. The apartment was rented out but due to our clients pending retirement, the flat is purposely being kept empty and will easily let at approximately £5,000 per annum, bringing in valuable rental income. Business & Property. Ref: 585062

Wednesday 9 September 2020

SOLD - Park Vale Post Office, Leicester

SUB POST OFFICE AND FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in Leicester

This must be one of the best buys on our books. The Post Office and fully licensed convenience store is situated in a densely populated residential and industrial area of Leicester. This is a highly profitable business alongside a very large walk round store which has taken over £25,000 weekly in the past, however, due to personal circumstances, the hours have been cut to 8am to 7.30pm. The potential here is unlimited and really needs younger, enthusiastic owners to take it back to its former glory. The store would also benefit from longer hours, a bake off unit and a proper delicatessen inserting into the retail space. The premises are held on a secure lease and comprise 3,000 sq ft of self-service retail space with excellent refrigeration and cash out facilities, two position fortress Post Office counter plus one combination counter. To the rear is a drive in warehouse and store room with walk in cold room and walk in freezer room. Two toilets. First floor large staff kitchen and large storage areas. Secure cigarette and spirit store. Business on lease. Ref: 583156

Tuesday 8 September 2020

SOLD - West Burton Village Shop & Tea Room, Leyburn

Village Shop & Tea Room in West Burton

Rarely does such a stunning opportunity reach the open market – do not miss out on a fantastic opportunity to work and live in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. West Burton is a beautiful village close to Wensleydale, located approximately 6 miles south west of Leyburn. This is the only shop in the village other than the local butcher, so enjoys a monopoly position and operates on a fantastic gross profit margin. The retail side of the business operates as a general grocery and convenience store and has a long and established trading history in the local community. In addition to the community of West Burton itself, the business also serves the nearby villages of Walden, Thoralby and Newbiggin, none of which has a local shop. West Burton is well known for the location of the Cauldron Falls within the boundary of the village and receives a high number of visitors, both on day trips and those staying in rented self-catering cottages in the village and local bed and breakfasts. The area is also renowned and popular amongst walkers and cyclists who frequent the village and regularly use the local businesses. The tea room is currently underutilised due solely to the current owner's personal circumstances and offers tremendous potential to new hands-on owners for additional income through extending the menu, additional marketing and offering a breakfast menu throughout the main visitor season. Please note the annual turnover has been derived almost exclusively from the shop alone, with only 5% having been taken from the tea room due to personal circumstances. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. This is a highly prominent double-fronted retail unit with an open aspect directly facing the village green, comprising the village shop which is very well presented and fitted with a wealth of quality commercial fittings, refrigeration and freezer units, a small catering kitchen to the rear and customer/staff WC. The tea room is self-contained with direct access from the village green, although the two parts of the business have joint access internally. The tea room can accommodate up to 16 covers with additional table spaces outside and opposite on the village green. During its past trading activity the tea room has been used successfully for the sale of gifts, crafts and the work of local photographers and these options could be freely explored again by new owners. A three-bedroomed bungalow situated in the village is available by separate negotiation available on short hold tenancy. This has a separate self-contained annex with its own lounge, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen and offers a great opportunity of further income through bed and breakfast or Airbnb. This has already been negotiated and agreed with the owners. Business & Property also Available

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