Ernest Wilson - Nobody Sells Businesses Better!: 2022

Wednesday 21 December 2022

SOLD - Olley's Pizzeria, Restaurant & Bar, Pateley Bridge

Licensed Restaurant & Bar (52 Covers) in Pateley Bridge

A highly regarded, busy pizzeria and bar in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales market town of Pateley Bridge in Nidderdale, an area of outstanding natural beauty located 14 miles to the North West of Harrogate. Pateley Bridge is a highly sought after place of residence and has a colossal amount visitor and tourist footfall all year around. The restaurant has been established for many years and continues to trade very successfully under the same family ownership for the last 13 years. It is only now that the restaurant is being sold in order to afford its owners a well-earned rest. This is a huge opportunity to acquire an exquisite restaurant venue that needs no additional capital expenditure and brings in a very steady turnover in only six evening openings. So much scope to introduce lunches and offer takeaway/delivery service. Secured on a fully renewable and extendable ten year lease. The premise has ground floor wine lounge bar area and 52 cover restaurant floor surrounding a two sided, comprehensively equipped and bar. Very well fitted and commercially equipped catering kitchen with ample prep, storage and pot-wash areas. Gents WC on the ground floor. Feature stone spiral staircase leading to a beautifully appointed Ladies WC. The premise has a private flat to the first floor which has two double bedrooms, a lounge and a recently appointed full suite bathroom with shower. There is also a store room (liquor and consumables) on the first floor. The living accommodation is of a good size and ideal for owners or management use. The premises are centrally heated throughout. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 586717

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Monday 19 December 2022

SOLD - GG’s Artisan Bakery, Health Store & Greengrocery, Denby Dale, Huddersfield.

ARTISAN BAKERY, HEALTH STORE AND GREENGROCERY in Huddersfield for Sale.

A tremendously well-known and highly regarded, multi-faceted business which incorporates a sandwich deli, artisan bakers, health-conscious grocery store and fresh vegetable shop. Located in the very centre of this famous semi-rural West Yorkshire hamlet, equidistant between Huddersfield and Barnsley and surrounded by a host of affluent Kirklees districts, the business draws much trade from the more discerning shopper looking for hand-picked, market fresh produce, a range of high-quality products (many of which are locally produced) and home-made and ready-to-eat sandwiches, meals, pies and desserts. The premises are outstanding, with a main road, ground floor lock-up deli and retail food shop and a separate building to the side where the fresh fruit and veg sales shop sits. The lower ground floor houses the bakery and food prep area, with its own rear access to an external walk-in cold room. The bakery and prep kitchen are comprehensively equipped with commercial quality catering equipment including a double deck baking oven, high-capacity convection ovens, all run through a three-phase electric installation. This is truly a wonderful opportunity for ambitious and energetic new owners to take the reins of a highly profitable and well-established business which is only now being sold for very genuine reasons. It is priced to sell and therefore an early viewing arrangement is highly recommended. Business on lease. Ref: 587159

Friday 16 December 2022

SOLD - Susanne Fern Hair & Beauty Salon, Hessle

HAIR & BEAUTY SALON in East Yorkshire.

An opportunity to acquire this outstanding newly fitted hair salon situated in this bustling township of East Yorkshire - PRIME POSITION. The business is worked in easy hours, closing at 5pm over a five day week and offering tremendous potential for so much more here. This is undoubtedly one of the best buys on the market - A FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY. VIEWING IS A MUST.

BUSINESS PREMISES: The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise spacious and well-presented salon with reception area, eight work stations, twin backwash and a nail station to the rear with a self-employed beauty therapist paying rent for manicure area and beauty room. Staff room, store and WC. EPC Band C.

TENURE: Leasehold. Seven year lease commencing 2020. Fully repairing and insuring. Rent reviews every three years. Rent £875 per calendar month. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 586711

Wednesday 14 December 2022

SOLD - Stone Baker, Stanley, Wakefield

SANDWICHES AND CONFECTIONERY in Wakefield

Situated in this densely populated area, busy main road with plenty of roadside parking. Situated opposite the local school, meaning the business benefits from lots of parents treating themselves to the same gorgeous treats. The shop was totally refurbished in 2021 and is immaculate throughout and needs seeing to be appreciated. The business primarily specialises in quality sandwiches, confectionary, bread and coffee. Run by owner and one casual staff member in very reasonable hours yet still achieving a healthy weekly turnover. Plenty of scope to increase further by introducing outside catering, celebration cakes etc. Comprising good size sales shop with fresh modern design, chilled glass serve over area counter. Further counter and expensive three station Francino coffee machine. Rear prep area with variety of equipment refrigeration etc. Rear cooking area with two twin deck oven and further prep areas. Storeroom, toilet and hand wash basin. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 587217

Monday 12 December 2022

SOLD - Calder Angling Supplies, Brighouse

ANGLING SUPPLIES in West Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire a substantial freehold, mostly all detached property (partially attached at the rear corner) on a busy main road site, prime for conversion or re-development. The building is currently being used by the owner as a retail angling supplies store and we are offering the goodwill of the business together with the freehold interest in the property, the business alone with a view to it being relocated by the new owners, or the business goodwill of the fishing supplies store and assume a new lease on the existing premises. Highly prominent location on one of the busiest main roads of this West Yorkshire town found equidistant to the Bradford, Halifax and Huddersfield catchment areas. The immediate area is densely populated and surrounded by both residential communities and a huge amount of commerce and industry The building is of traditional Yorkshire stone under a pitched roof. Ground and first floor of approximately 102 square metres combined. Un-utilised empty plot to the rear and side of the building. An opportunity exists to redevelop the site, convert to residential use, or extend the retail space (subject to planning consent). Ground floor consists of an open plan retail shop of approximately 52 square metres. A single storey ground floor extension (used for cold storage) is attached to the left side of the main building. Stairs lead to a first floor, two bedroom (or one bedroom and a living room), self-contained flat, partially re-furbished, but currently being utilised for storage. The upper floor is of a similar footprint, approximately 50 square metres. Established locally in 2017 the business quickly outgrew its former premises and moved to its current location in 2019. The shop provides one-stop shopping for the angling enthusiast and offers everything from live bait worms and maggots, to technologically advanced rods, reels and gear. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 587158

Friday 9 December 2022

SOLD - West End Chippy, Hemsworth, Pontefract

FISH AND CHIPS SHOP near Pontefract

An opportunity to acquire this excellent fisheries situated in this commanding main road trading position within a densely populated area. The business is worked in very easy short openings over just four days per week. The potential here is unlimited. Our client is retiring after over 20 years here. Our client is very happy to give full training to the purchaser to ensure a smooth handover. Rarely do shops with so much potential reach the open market. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise sales shop sporting a three pan counter frying range, preparation kitchen, toilet and wash hand basin. Land to the rear which is ripe for development (subject to any necessary planning consents). To the front of the premises is a parking forecourt. EPC Band F. Business on lease. Ref: 586922

Wednesday 7 December 2022

SOLD - Fairview Kennels, Sherburn in Elmet

KENNELS & THREE BEDROOM RESIDENCE SET IN 0.75 OF AN ACRE in North Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire these kennels set in approximately three quarters of an acre of valuable land. Situated in this delightful rural position in North Yorkshire. Bereavement forces this reluctant sale after many years here. The business is now closed due to infirmity. With the right person at the helm, this could be a very good business. PRICED TO SELL. The premises are freehold and comprise 20 kennels (of which 14 are singles and six are double kennels), isolation kennel, grooming room, dog kitchen and store. The private residence is in need of renovation and comprises reception leading to the lounge with dining area, fitted kitchen, rear vestibule, ground floor wet room incorporating shower, toilet and wash hand basin. The first floor offers three double bedrooms and family bathroom. The premises have the benefit of an air source heat pump and solar panels. Two paddocks and private gardens. Freehold property. Ref: 586757

Monday 5 December 2022

SOLD - Orleton Post Office & Vilalge

VILLAGE GENERAL STORE AND POST OFFICE in Herefordshire.

This is truly a village shop and Post Office in a delightful Shropshire village which is surrounded by glorious countryside with a fabulous community spirit. The village comprises a church, doctors surgery, two pubs and a primary school. A further 39 houses are being constructed which is in addition to some recent developments. The present owners are only selling after 22 years due to ill health. Fabulous opportunity for a new owner to earn £50,000 per annum with genuine scope to increase further. The property comprises a large ‘L’ shaped sales shop which sells a wide range of goods including many locally produced items, good sized storage area which could provide further retail space or office area. Post Office department with two serving counters. Staff kitchen and toilet. The accommodation is self-contained and comprises three good sized bedrooms (two being doubles), open plan kitchen, dining room and lounge with fabulous views over the garden, combined bathroom with modern suite. EPC Band D. Business & Property. Ref: 587059

SOLD - Hustle & Co Licensed Cafe Bar, Harrogate

CAFE / TEA ROOMS / LICENSED CAFE BAR in Harrogate.

Situated not only in the fabulous town of Harrogate but also in one of the best locations within the town centre. This is truly one of the best businesses seen for quite some time - fabulously fitted out coupled with enviable weekly turnover in modest daytime hours. Only being offered due to our client’s personal circumstances, hence the price. Viewing is required to appreciate the quality offered here. Truly fabulous, yet offering scope to extend the hours, introduce supper club / evenings openings etc. Comprising ground floor tastefully decorated coffee lounge with 30 covers, fabulous bar / serving counter with an extensive range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as an expensive Faema coffee machine, ladies and gents toilet. Stairs lead to first floor further seating area for 34 covers, good sized commercial kitchen plus pot-washing area. The lower ground floor provides further prep areas with extensive cold store, office and staff changing and toilet area. Externally there is a fabulous enclosed courtyard which provides a popular sun trap for external diners seating a further 30 customers with ease. Business on lease. Ref: 587224

Wednesday 30 November 2022

SOLD - Mick's Original Cafe, Calverley, Leeds

SANDWICH BAR in Leeds

An opportunity to acquire this highly profitable sandwich centre situated on this busy road side trading position - densely populated and much sought after residential area of Leeds.

Our client is to retire after over 30 years here due to a very serious illness and in his time he has built up a first class reputation for quality food. The business is worked in very easy hours over six mornings, closing Sunday.

There is so much potential here for more with healthy, enthusiastic new owners. VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL TO FULLY APPRECIATE THIS CONCERN.

The premises offer both retail and substantial residential accommodation, comprising very well fitted sales shop and servery with good extraction and refrigeration. To the side is a spacious preparation room / dining room. Two good cold keeping cellars.

The private family accommodation comprises reception leading to a modern, well fitted breakfast kitchen with white units, dining room, lovely lounge. First floor landing off which is three excellent bedrooms, family bathroom. Externally courtyard garden. Parking for two cars with potential to re-erect a parking garage at the bottom of the garden, subject to any necessary consents. EPC Band D. Business & Property. Ref: 586793

Monday 28 November 2022

SOLD - Sun Station Sun Bed Shop, Horsforth, Leeds

SUN BED SHOP (SEVEN BEDS) in Leeds

This is one of the most well established sun bed shops in the region and enjoys a fabulous reputation. Our client has owned this business since 2007 and developed an excellent client business with superb facilities, equipped with seven state of the art sun beds. The business is run predominantly by staff and could continue to be or alternatively this would be a very profitable concern for a full time working owner. Security of a new lease and sensible overheads - A GREAT BUY. The business is operated from prominent premises facing one of the citys best known roads in this much sought after suburb. The business is presented over three floors and briefly comprise welcoming reception area with large counter, two rooms (one with a Megasun machine and one with a Sontegra machine). To the first floor is a further five rooms with two horizontal, two vertical machines and a full body collagen red light therapy machine. Lower floor office, store and staff area. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 586852

Friday 25 November 2022

SOLD - The Chippery, Hessle, Hull

FISH AND CHIPS SHOP in Hessle

Beautifully presented fish and chip shop ideally located in this densely populated residential area. Very well established business with a good reputation that works limited hours over a 3 ½ day week and therefore OFFERS HUGE, GENUINE AND EASY POTENTIAL TO SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASE THE TURNOVER simply by increasing the opening hours to more standard hours for the trade. RETIREMENT SALE. This is a good solid business which must be seen to be appreciated. Easy hours. Immaculate shop – PRICED TO SELL. This is an impressive two storey building which briefly comprises large open plan sales shop which is fully tiled with full width three pan counter range. To the rear is a large preparation room, store and WC. Externally is a yard area and out building which is used for potato preparation. VIEWING HERE IS A MUST AND COMES HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 587067

Thursday 24 November 2022

SOLD - Farsley Post Office & Convenience Store, Pudsey, Leeds

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE AND POST OFFICE in Leeds

Our client has run this business for over 30 years and enjoys a fantastic reputation in this very popular Leeds village. This is undoubtedly one of the best presented independent retail stores currently being marketed for sale – fantastic shop fit with a wealth of quality fixtures and fittings. The shop trades in sensible hours for this type of trade and achieves a very good turnover and a very high Post Office income. This is a profitable concern and we highly recommend viewing. Occupying a corner position and fronting the main street through the village, the shop has easy roadside parking and also has a car park adjacent. The concern benefits from the security of a new lease and sensible overheads – AN EXCELLENT BUY. Eye catching professional signage and internally comprises light and bright split sales shop with retail counter and combi till by the door and three position Post Office counter to the rear with large retail space in the middle. Basement storage and WC. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 583244

Friday 11 November 2022

SOLD - This Candy - Online Sweets Business

RETAIL SWEETS BUSINESS - run from our clients home address.

Hugely successful online retail sweets business with an incredible 26,000 Instagram followers. This is an amazing buy. The business is relocatable anywhere in the UK as it is currently run from a small commercial unit in West Yorkshire. Could easily be run from home or a retail shop. Our client is selling due to other business commitments. This business is run in easy hours and achieves excellent profits. The business runs from an excellent user-friendly website and is supported by an excellent social media presence. Full training will be provided by our client. This is an excellent opportunity that will suit a variety of different purchasers whether they be first time business owners or experienced operators. Priced very sensibly. EPC Exempt. Ref: 586964

Wednesday 9 November 2022

SOLD - Newhall Post Office, Swadlincote, Derbyshire

POST OFFICE, CARDS AND STATIONERY in Swadlincote

Profitable Post Office fronting onto a busy main road through a popular and much sought after village in Derbyshire which offers spacious two bedroom accommodation together with a busy, well patronised Post Office which brings in a very impressive commission from the Post Office. Run in very easy hours over a five and a half day week offering spacious, obvious potential to increase the private sales by extending the opening hours whilst increasing the product offering to encompass convenience items. The business is currently run by owner with the assistance of competent staff and Post Office contractors. VIEWING IS A MUST. Detached freehold property which has undergone many improvements during our clients ownership and comprise spacious sales shop which is well fitted and presented with two position fortress counter and good product displays, work area with staff kitchen and WC to the rear. Separate store room in the porch area of the private accommodation. The accommodation which is currently let is completely self-contained and offers small reception room leading to stairs to first floor which provides delightful lounge, fully fitted kitchen with dining room and two good bedrooms and combined bathroom. Externally small patio garden and double garage with parking area for three cars. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 586611

Monday 7 November 2022

SOLD - Tootsies Florist, Featherstone, Pontefract

FLORIST in West Yorkshire for Sale.

This charming lock up florist saleshop enjoys an excellent trading position in one of the main roads through this large West Yorkshire village - easy roadside parking. The shop provides a floristry service for the whole community and doesn't have any floral agency at present. HUGE POTENTIAL with this business for an enthusiastic new owner. The premises offer splendid facilities. Double fronted main road location. Shop and back office with storage areas. Front of shop has off road parking. A fantastic opportunity to acquire a self contained shop/office unit suitable for a number of uses subject to the necessary planning. Established since 1992 and has a good customer base. Potential to increase the sales and profit by introducing a Website and Social Media Marketing. Opening Saturdays and offering a service to Weddings. The property alone is worth the asking price - internal inspection recommended in order to fully appreciate this fantastic opportunity. Business & Property. Ref: 557583

Thursday 3 November 2022

SOLD - Goathland Post office, Goathland, Whitby, North Yorkshire

POST OFFICE WITH SUBSTANTIAL FAMILY SIZED ACCOMMODATION in North Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire one of the finest greeting cards, gifts and village Post Offices in North Yorkshire. The concern is situated in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park – ABSOLUTELY IDYLLIC LOCATION WITH THOUSANDS OF WALKERS ON THE DOORSTEP. The village attracts thousands of visitors to this tourist spot famous for TV's Heartbeat, ensuring the massive success of this venue. The business is worked in very easy hours, closing at 5.30pm. The potential here to open longer is immense. The business incorporates the gift side, sweets, confectionery, greetings cards, stationery and Post Office. This is a retirement sale after many years here. SO VERY RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE AND IN A POSITION LIKE THIS REACH THE OPEN MARKET. The Premises Comprise: The premises are freehold and offer very spacious facilities, both in the retail unit and the family accommodation. The main retail shop comprise spacious walk round gift shop incorporating gifts, greeting and holiday cards, confectionery, full Lottery outlet, newsagent, Post Office department, two store rooms, office, ATM cash point. The owners private family accommodation offers well fitted dining kitchen. First floor two bedrooms, large lounge, store room, family bathroom, modern dining kitchen. Second floor two double bedrooms, shower room, toilet and wash hand basin. Communal gardens, a patio area and shed. To the front of the premises is the village green and parking. The rear of the premises offer super views over rolling countryside. The premises have the benefit of an oil fired central heating system. Business & Property. Ref: 585326

Tuesday 1 November 2022

SOLD - Cafe Mandalay Town Centre Restaurant, Huddersfield

HIGHLY POPULAR TOWN CENTRE RESTAURANT in Huddersfield

Located in the very heart of this large University town in West Yorkshire, this unique contemporary restaurant is the first of its kind in Yorkshire. Well-loved and highly regarded, this licensed restaurant boasts superb social media reviews. 50 covers and fully licensed. This major West Yorkshire town has a gold rated university and hosts almost 20,000 students. Additionally the town has a huge catchment area and is densely populated. The centre of town is a vibrant hub of bars, cafes and restaurants and attracts thousands of shoppers, diners and bar hoppers. Our client is selling due to other business interests - scope here to explore alternative cuisines and introducing daytime / takeaway options in the future. Located in a pedestrianised section of the town, amongst a host of other dining establishments, cafes and bars. Superb and attractive full height glazed frontage and glazed door leading to ground floor dining room and bar. Exceptionally well fitted and equipped commercial catering kitchen with ample preparation and food storage areas. Stairs to first floor dining room and customer WC. Stairs to second floor rooms currently being utilised for storage. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 584994

Friday 28 October 2022

SOLD - Knutton Village Store, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GOOD SANDWICH AND PIE TRADE in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffs

A superb opportunity to acquire this established convenience store which has recently become licensed to sell alcohol, situated in a densely populated residential and light industrial area. The business is worked in sensible hours over six and a half day week, closing at 7pm except Sundays which is 3pm. The business benefits from a superb sandwich and pie trade. Retirement sale after 20 years here. SENSIBLY PRICED BUSINESS AND PROPERTY. The property is substantial and comprise well fitted self-service store with good refrigeration. To the rear is a superbly fitted large kitchen with black and white units (this is ideal to service the excellent and profitable sandwich trade). Store room to the side. To the first floor there is a beautiful spacious lounge with three picture windows, kitchenette, three excellent bedrooms, bathroom and shower. The premises have the benefit of a gas central heating system, eight camera CCTV system. Basement store room, formally used as a snug, bar, sauna and utility room. Courtyard to the rear and parking for two cars. There is also a completely self-contained office that could be let out if required. Business & Property. Ref: 585186

Friday 21 October 2022

SOLD - The Greenhouse - Vegan Restaurant/Cafe, Horsforth, Leeds.

VEGAN RESTAURANT / CAFE in Leeds

Currently a highly regarded vegan cafe and bakery offering a range of plant based nutritious foods. The cafe enjoys steadily increasing average weekly sales. The location and quality of the premises are the key buying points here, being in the centre of the main shopping parade of this affluent north Leeds suburb and suitable for any manner of theme or cuisine. The footfall here is second to none being accessible both by foot and a high volume of vehicular traffic. Prominent and attractive frontage. The cafe is laid out over ground and first floors of this end of parade, stone built cottage style property. Entrance to ground floor cafe with seating for 16 customers. Highly attractive bay window seating and ornate feature fireplace. Counter servery with rear food prep counter. Tall dessert display chiller. Utility cupboard with sink. Under stair pantry and dry stores. Travertine floor tiles throughout. Stairs to upper floor dining room comfortably accommodating 20 customers. Customer WC with baby changing facility. Business on lease. Ref: 586918