Thursday 21 December 2023

SOLD - Tipsy Cow Micro Bar, Barnsley

HUGELY POPULAR AND HIGHLY REGARDED MICRO BAR in Barnsley.

Located on the more attractive fringe of Barnsley town centre and surrounded by modern apartments, a hotel, and situated within close proximity to the civic centre, a college and a theatre.  The bar is chic and ultra-modern looking, with all glass frontage to two floors and having been totally refurbished in April 2018. An easy-to-run, entirely wet-led operation which is hugely popular with a wide demographic. The bar benefits from a large amount of dedicated, external,  pavement seating (approx. 40 person), beneath a purpose built, glass covered pergola. Following a listing in 2021, the bar has featured again as one of “Barnsley’s Hot Spots” in the 2023 50th Edition of the Good Beer Guide, published by CAMRA. The business is run on a fairly low-key basis to suit the owners and there is huge potential to extend the opening times and take fuller advantage of the permitted licensed hours. The bar is easily operated by a very small team and the business would be perfect for a couple of partners, supported by casual staff during the busier times. The premises has low overheads, benefitting from small business rates relief and very fair and reasonable rent. Internally, the premises has made very clever use of the space, with an industrial quality open-plan mezzanine over the ground floor bar, accommodating 25+ customers, plus a gents WC.  The ground floor bar area has seating for at least 12 customers. A chilled cellar room behind the bar serves the six keg taps and four cask ale pumps. There is a ladies WC on the ground floor, disabilities compliant. Business on lease. Ref: 588636

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Friday 15 December 2023

SOLD - Chophaus Bar & Restaurant, Roundhay, Leeds

RESTAURANT AND BAR in Roundhay, Leeds 

Purpose built, highly prominent, ultra-modern building, standing in its own grounds with excellent public parking. Situated at the head of this highly affluent and desirable north Leeds suburb, with a bustling restaurant and bar circuit and leisure and entertainment scene.

Over 2,500 square feet (238 square metres) of stunningly well-appointed restaurant space. The premises was furbished and fitted to the highest standard possible, on a no-expense spared budget. Exceptional attention to detail and the installation of state-of-the-art equipment makes this one of the most elite, elegant and ultra-chic restaurant premises in the north of England. Vast internal dining areas capable of accommodating around 150 customers over two floors, and hugely attractive open air terraces with seating. The venue was popularly booked for bespoke private dining and events.

THE OPPORTUNITY:  This restaurant and bar was enjoying average sales in excess of £40,000 per week, prior to the pandemic upheavals and disruptions. Although currently closed due to, admittedly, the owners lack of experience in operating restaurants, as well as effective operational / management issues, there is no reason why an experienced restaurant and / or wet-led bar operator could not take the reins, staff it properly and gear it up to again achieve at least those levels of turnover very quickly. Moving into the spring and summer months, this venue will prove to be one of the busiest in Leeds. Business on lease. Ref: 588821

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Thursday 14 December 2023

SOLD - Investment Property, Leeds

INVESTMENT PROPERTY in Leeds 

This is an exciting opportunity to acquire this mixed use investment property occupying a prime position within a densely populated area of Leeds.  The premises are arranged over three floors and comprise:  Ground floor beauty salon held on a six year lease from 2017, returning £400 per calendar month rent plus £100 per calendar month for utility bills.  Hair salon which is on a 200 year ground lease from 1987.  First and second floors provide residential accommodation, comprising kitchen, lounge, shower room and two bedrooms returning £550 per calendar month plus £125 per calendar month for utilities.  These floors have been built to HMO standards as it used to be a three bedroom HMO.  According to our client, this can easily be turned back into a HMO if required.  Annual Rental Income £11,400 plus Utilities. Freehold property. Ref: 590096

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Monday 11 December 2023

SOLD - John Crawshaw - Butchers and Sandwich Takeaway, Sheffield

BUTCHERS AND SANDWICH TAKEAWAY in Sheffield

We are offering a butchers retail shop which has operated from this site for decades and is only now being offered due to the current trader moving to new purpose built premises in a different village.  The premises will be transferred over to new owners, together with a new lease (the term of which will be negotiated) and all the existing equipment fundamental to the continued smooth running of the business.  The existing butchers has built a phenomenal business here, with a high volume of sales.  As well as being a conventional butcher offering raw and cooked meats and pies, the business has a well-known reputation for its pre-prepared dinner and BBQ platters and its tremendous daily sandwich trade, including hot carvery in addition to breakfast and cold sandwiches.  
LOCATION - Large, bustling town approximately 7 miles (11 km) north of Sheffield city centre and surrounded by many residential communities and lots of commercial and industrial businesses.  The premises are prominently located within a modern parade of shops including a Post Office and well known major national brands including Costa Coffee, Pizza Hut, Subway and Hays Travel.  The retail complex has abundant customer parking.  
THE PREMISES - Ground floor, lock-up premises with fully open shop frontage and security roller shutters.  Entry to surprisingly spacious shop floor full of chilled deli display cases, upright refrigerated displays for self-service and beverage chillers.  Behind the deli counter is a dedicated hot and cold sandwich prep and carvery area, comprehensively equipped with commercial quality catering and refrigeration equipment.  To the back of the sales floor is a very large built-in, walk-in chiller, an additional food prep area, again fully fitted and equipped with stainless steel commercial catering equipment including a high-capacity hooded extraction system and pot-wash area.  Separate dry-store area.  Staff WC and rear delivery door.  We cannot emphasize enough what real value for money this sale represents.  Footfall to this parade is proven and guaranteed and the business enjoys a monopoly, is well-known and attracts lots of trade.  This is an excellent opportunity to secure ready-made premises with little investment and benefit from existing trade at the turn of a key. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 587090

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Friday 8 December 2023

SOLD - The Surface Table Company, Engineering surface table manufacturers and refurbishers, Preston.

ENGINEERING SURFACE TABLE MANUFACTURERS AND REFURBISHERS in the North of England 

Specialist suppliers of new and refurbished surface tables in cast iron, granite and steel.  Over 100 used surface tables always in stock, extensive stock of angle plates, box cubes, parallels & vee-blocks etc. Suppliers to automotive, aerospace, toolmaking, welding & fabrication, and many other manufacturing industries.  Currently operated from a 5,000 sq ft industrial premises in the North West but can be re-located to anywhere in the UK.  Existing premises can be retained on favourable terms or swapped for smaller premises of perhaps 3,000 sq ft which would be sufficient to house the operation.  Somewhat niche yet simple to run, the business achieves high net profits from the sourcing of used surface tables from liquidation sales or asset disposals these are then refurbished in house to companies with such requirements. Demand is high.  There is also the potential to develop a bolt-on complementing business, importing granite plates from overseas which are also in high demand and would prove to be a profitable addition to the existing business.  Established supplier from China already in place. There is potential for the owner to stay on in place for a period of time to accommodate the smooth transition of client base, order book and basic methodology of the refurbishment processes.  EPC Exempt. Business on lease. Ref: 586652

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Wednesday 6 December 2023

SOLD - Little Coach House Wooden Toys and Early Learning Manufacturer and online retailer

WOODEN TOYS AND EARLY LEARNING MANUFACTURER AND ONLINE RETAILER.

An exciting opportunity to acquire this family run business which manufacturers and retails wooden toys and early learning products.  The business is run from home and could be operated from anywhere in the UK. It was trading in easy hours over a five day week.  Fantastic potential to further grow the business, particularly to the wholesale market.  Young family commitments have prompted our clients decision to place the business on the market, presenting enthusiastic new owners with a wonderful opportunity.  The business sells products via its own website and is also on various platforms such as etsy.com and notonthehighstreet.com. Business ref: 588785

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Monday 4 December 2023

SOLD - Jennyfield Fisheries, Harrogate

FISH AND CHIP SHOP in Harrogate

An opportunity to acquire this modern fish and chips business situated in the much sought after area of Harrogate - a densely populated residential area.  The premises are held on a secure lease with very sensible rent and comprise purpose built glass fronted spacious sales shop. Plenty of parking making this a convenient take away stop. Comprising sales shop with modern range, prep area, toilet, store. Rear secure yard.   VERY RARELY DO SITES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET - EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. THIS SITE COULD DO SO MUCH MORE. Business on lease. Ref: 588959


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Thursday 30 November 2023

SOLD - Just For You Cards & Gifts, Sheffield

CARDS AND GIFTS in Sheffield.

This immaculate and well-presented and stocked cards and gifts business has been operated by our client since 2006 and is now reluctantly offered for sale due to pending retirement.  The premises occupy a commanding trading position on one of the busiest arterial roads of Sheffield with a high level of footfall ensuring the continued popularity and success of this site.  A wonderful way to earn a living - EARLY VIEWING RECOMMENDED.  New lease available for these premises which briefly comprise well-lit and presented sales shop with good cards and gifts displays, cash out facility, small kitchenette, WC and storage. Business on lease. Ref: 587352

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Tuesday 28 November 2023

SOLD - Duffield Post Office, Belper, Derbyshire

VILLAGE POST OFFICE in Duffield
Located in a large village and sought-after area on the outskirts Derby. The business premises are situated on the main high street, a busy through road which features an abundance of passing vehicles daily, with the added benefit of free on street parking. The street has an array of complimentary independent businesses creating a wealth of local footfall. The Post Office is well established and has been owned by our clients since 2019 and are only selling due to time constraints from other business interests. The business is mainly run by a manager and a further four part time staff, all overseen by our clients. This opportunity would also suit an owner operator.  There is additional income from the front window displays.   The premises comprise of the main retail area, two post office counters and storerooms to the rear. Business on lease. Ref: 588613

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Thursday 23 November 2023

SOLD - The Deli & Coffee Shop, Holmes Chapel, Crewe

COFFEE SHOP in Crewe

This is an exciting opportunity to acquire this charming coffee shop situated in a prime position in the centre of this affluent Cheshire village.  The business operates in relatively easy hours for this trade and offers real scope for enthusiastic new owners to extend the opening times and increase turnover.  Early inspection recommended to fully appreciate this exciting opportunity.  The premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise cafe area seating 34 in comfort - potential to add further covers if necessary.  Well presented cake and deli display counter.  Kitchen, separate wash up area, toilet and store. Business on lease. Ref: 588580

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Monday 20 November 2023

SOLD - Finesse, Baildon, Shipley

CARDS AND GIFTS in Baildon, Shipley

A wonderful opportunity to acquire this long established and well respected cards shop which occupies an absolutely prime trading position on this busy main road through the heart of this affluent West Yorkshire town.  The cards shop has occupied these premises for over 20 years.  The business is operated in very easy hours over a five day week by our client and two part time staff - real scope to extend the opening times and introduce more gifts as the trade is currently predominantly cards.  Whilst the business does have a social media presence, there is massive potential to do much more in raising the business’ profile online to further boost trade.  Easy roadside parking right outside the door plus close to the town’s car park.  Leasehold premises comprise well appointed walk round sales shop with an array of cards and gifts displays.  Stock room, kitchenette and WC.  Business on lease. Ref: 588563

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Friday 17 November 2023

SOLD - The Parlour Tea Room & Cakery, Skipton

UNIQUE DALES GATEWAY TEA ROOM AND CAKERY in Skipton

Although only fairly recently established, this tea room has already gained an enviable reputation for its luxurious afternoon tea and beautifully handcrafted cakes.  The business benefits from being licensed to serve alcohol which adds a creative cocktail element to the offering. In the heart of this North Yorkshire market town, famously known as The Gateway To The Dales, the location attracts a colossal amount of footfall from tourists and visitors, all year around. Our client had a vision and concept for an exquisite, high end offering to the more discerning customer. Shortly after turning the dream into reality and opening its doors to immediate high acclaim, our client was offered a once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Arabia, hence now placing the business on the open market at a very saleable price, before embarking on their new career. Worked over just four days a week from noon to 4pm (7pm Friday and Saturday), the potential for new owners to further develop the business is obvious. Current average sales for the four openings is rapidly rising as the word is getting out there via social media and excellent customer reviews.
A beautifully appointed, ground floor with unique decor, seating for those electing to enjoy their afternoon tea on the premises, and antique furnishings from another age. Display sales counter and open plan food preparation area to the rear. Photos do not do justice to this elegant venue and we highly recommend arranging an appointment to view the premises. Business on lease. Ref: 588784

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Tuesday 14 November 2023

SOLD - Bankfield Fisheries, Halifax

CLOSED FISH AND CHIP TAKEAWAY in Halifax
 
This fish and chips shop is arguably one of the most well-known and established fish and chip shops in Halifax.  Currently closed but still fully fitted and equipped.  Occupying a commanding position on a busy main road leading directly into the town centre. Being surrounded by densely populated communities, the shop has always been extremely busy when operated professionally and consistently.  This traditional fish and chip shop has traded here for over 60 years and has achieved great turnover in the past.  The Boothtown area of Halifax has many historic links to the Victorian textile industry and The Bankfield Museum of Textile is directly across from the shop.  The premises are fully equipped and ready for a turn-key operator who can realise their ambitions and quickly restore the mass of customers this chippy has previously enjoyed.  Ground floor lock-up sales shop with wide, glazed frontage and good roadside parking.  Good sized customer sales shop / waiting area with two doors allowing for a one-way system.  Three-pan island range.  To the rear is the food preparation kitchen and staff WC.  Rear exit door leads to a cobbled yard with detached outbuilding incorporating a potato store and wet prep area.  The building is Grade II Listed and forms part of a historic block of stables. Freehold property. Ref: 588904

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Thursday 9 November 2023

SOLD - Coverdales Opticians, York

OPTICIANS PRACTICE in York

This is a genuinely rare opportunity to acquire this old established practice which has been trading for more than a hundred years and in the same hands for in excess of 40 years.  Situated in a fantastic trading position and with a freehold property included.  The business is currently run entirely by staff and offers scope to increase for a full time working owner optometrist to provide increased capacity.  The business is currently run in exceptionally easy hours over a four day week only.  Freehold premises with easy layby parking close by.  Premises briefly comprise reception and waiting area leading through to dispensing area with fully equipped consulting room beyond.  First floor private office which would be ideal for a second consulting room, staff kitchen and WC.  Second floor offers attic store room. Business & Property. Ref: 588567

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Tuesday 7 November 2023

SOLD - Sewells Car Spares, Billingham, County Durham

CAR ACCESSORIES AND SPARES in Billingham

Well established car spares business which has now become a local landmark in its own right and which has been in the same family for circa 50 years.  This highly profitable business presents a new owner with the opportunity not only to acquire a thriving business which deals primarily with members of the public but also to increase the business substantially by also offering a parts service to local garages and also to create an online sales facility to offer accessories and spares to a much larger audience.  This business has everything required to increase exponentially and could well be a sleeping giant.  It is run by our client with a small team of competent staff.  EXCEPTIONALLY WELL KNOWN BUSINESS REGIONALLY - VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  
Available either with the premises on lease or freehold.  These substantial premises comprise sales shop with service counter leading through to extensive storage area and a mini warehouse at the rear.  
First floor offers an owners / managers accommodation offering good lounge, shower room with WC, dining kitchen and three bedrooms.  The accommodation is not currently used by our client and has more recently been utilised as overspill storage and office. Business & Property. Ref: 586657

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Friday 3 November 2023

SOLD - Family Express, Ormskirk

OFF LICENCE AND NEWSAGENTS, LOTTO AND PAYPOINT in Ormskirk

A fantastic opportunity to acquire this village licensed convenience store and newsagents which occupies a prime corner trading position with easy roadside parking.  The business operates in easy hours was with no late evenings - wonderful potential to extend opening times and boost trade.  The lock-up premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise well fitted walk round store with good refrigeration, cash out facility with PayPoint and full Lotto, small store room and WC to the rear.  Premises have the benefit of alarm and full CCTV system.  EPC Band B

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Wednesday 1 November 2023

SOLD - Chippendale Motors, Morley, Leeds

MOT, VEHICLE REPAIRS AND MINOR BODYWORK REPAIRS BUSINESS in Leeds

This is a very old established and well respected business situated in a prime position in the centre of a Leeds suburb.  The premises are leasehold with a new lease available at a modest rent.  Secure premises comprising secure parking for several vehicles, customer entrance with office, corridor leading to the MOT waiting area, further office, ladies and gents toilets, good sized kitchen area.  The garage area is substantial and open plan with seven ramps / rotary lifts.  Separate spray booth.  Business on lease. Ref: 587115

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Monday 30 October 2023

SOLD - Premier Convenience Store, Scarborough

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE WITH FULL LOTTERY in Scarborough.

An opportunity to acquire this superb and highly profitable concern boasting a very high weekly turnover and working on excellent profit margins.  Potential for investment into the highly profitable business as a working partnership.  The business is worked over seven days and is situated in the heart of Scarborough – a densely populated residential area and busy road position.  RUN PREDOMINANTLY BY STAFF DUE TO OTHER BUSINESSES – working owners could do so much more. Tremendous potential for a good deli and bake off unit.  The premises are held on a secure lease, very low rent and comprises spacious self-service store, superbly fitted and excellent refrigeration, good cash out facility. Delivery bay. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – SENSIBLY PRICED TO SELL.  Business on lease. Ref: 557695

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