Thinking About Buying Your Own Business? - Learn How

The Next Seminar is on Thursday 7th March 2013 At Ernest Wilsons & Co Limited, The Business Centre, Deanhurst Park, Gelderd Road Leeds LS27 7LG 

Many potential purchasers attended the last  successful seminar, a seminar which is capturing people’s attention, and enjoyed an excellently informative day with Ernest Wilsons and invited presenters. 

Delegates learned about all aspects of buying a business; listening to presentations and putting questions to Jeffrey Myers of Jeffrey Myers & Co Solicitors in Leeds, Wendy Hallas, Business Relationship Manager at LloydsTSB Huddersfield and David Talbot of Hiltons Stock Valuers together with the experienced business valuers present from Ernest Wilsons. 

One seminar delegate, Emma Hey from North Yorkshire said afterwards “Good value for money with very helpful handouts and all my questions were answered, definitely recommend” 

Miss C Dimelow from Barnsley said “This day has exceeded my expectations very interesting and knowledgeable speakers – thank you” 

David Singleton, the former Managing Director of Lloyds TSB Business, said, "There is no doubt about the British appetite for business ownership, but sadly this desire fades largely through fear of the unknown”. 

Certainly for the delegates attending the course, it was the fear that faded rather than the desire by discussing and understanding what was involved in buying a business. 

Francis Bacon said “knowledge is power” and certainly the delegates left feeling more empowered to consider their options in the light of the present opportunities in the business sales market, the finance available and the steps involved. 

 The presenters will again include Business and Stock Valuers, a local Solicitor, Accountant and Banker and throughout the day they will cover amongst other things:- 

• Overview of the Business Sales market in 2012
• Deciding what kind of business you should buy
• Deciding what you can afford
• How businesses are valued
• The research and decision making process, viewing techniques, making an offer
• Raising finance, how to go about this in the present environment
• The legal aspects of buying a business including buying goodwill, leasehold and freehold properties
• Tax/Vat - what key things to think about when buying a business 
• How do you value and acquire stock? 

This is a no obligation, educational and informal seminar to help people who are thinking about buying a business, have never bought one before, and want to learn how they can go about it, have their questions answered and take the next steps, if the time is right for them. 

When? Wednesday Thursday 7th March 2013, 9:15am – 5:00pm (Lunch and Refreshments provided) 

Where? Ernest Wilsons & Co Limited, The Business Centre, Deanhurst Park, Gelderd Road, Leeds LS27 7LG 

Cost? £85 plus VAT per person (£160 plus VAT couples) 

How do I apply? Contact Julie Walton on 0113 238 2900 or e-mail Julie.walton@ernest-wilson.co.uk (Places subject to availability.) 

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Singhs Premier Store, Leeds - SOLD!

SINGHS PREMIER STORE - LICENCED CONVENIENCE STORE WITH LOTTERY in Leeds for Sale.

Stunning sales shop providing a professionally fitted and superbly equipped self service sales area to match the very best. The premises also provide spacious storage facilities and are located in an excellent trading position serves a large, quality residential area of North Leeds - lots of free parking in front of the parade which attracts local customers and many motorists who pass along this busy through road. The premises are held on lease with a sensible rent whilst the business achieves an impressive weekly turnover of £5,000. Run by the owner in VERY SENSIBLE HOURS OVER A SIX DAY WEEK this business would benefit substantially from opening earlier and also longer into the evenings. Premises briefly comprise:  Superbly fitted double fronted sales shop with an extensive array of quality display fixtures, refrigeration, C.C.T.V system and modern suspended ceiling. There is still a great deal of potential to generate more turnover and profit here and VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554526


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Another sale by Ernest Wilsons - Willow Cafe, Rotherham

CAFÉ & SANDWICHES, Rotherham.
Wonderful cafe and sandwich bar was extensively refurbished in 2011 and first class facilities for customers, staff and owners alike. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Held on a good lease with a very reasonable rent. PREMIER TRADING POSITION, surrounded by a wide variety of businesses and is very convenient for motorists who drive along the adjacent main road. Easy parking in the vicinity of this café. Well established with many regular customers. The turnover is substantial already – taking £2,500 weekly, but a new enthusiastic owner or partnership can easily boost sales further. Being sold because of a break-up of the existing partnership. Spacious and superbly appointed open plan café area seating 24 customers, service counter and open plan preparation and kitchen area which has a very impressive array of quality equipment. Business on lease. Ref: 201994

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Vintage Tea Rooms, Ilkey - SOLD!

COFFEE SHOP & TEA ROOMS (20 COVERS) in Ilkley for Sale.

Delightful tea rooms and coffee shop WHICH MUST BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED – ABSOLUTELY STUNNING PREMISES – taking £900 to £1,200 weekly. Situated in the heart of Ilkley town centre with literally 1,000’s of visitors, shoppers, commerce and office workers passing this site daily. The business is worked in very easy hours over 6 days – OOZING POTENTIAL to take the big money here, only needs the right enthusiastic person to energise this business. Held on a secure lease with sensible rent, and comprise: reception leading to the main coffee shop with outsales area and servery. To the rear is a superbly fitted large kitchen and preparation room. Paved courtyard tea garden to the rear. Basement: further tea room and bar (unused at present). 1st floor large room ideal for tea room / bistro (currently unused), room plumbed for full bathroom. 2nd floor 2 bedrooms which are used by our client in the depth of winter. SCOPE FOR BISTRO. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL. Business on lease. Ref 554592


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Yet another sale by Ernest Wilsons - Ashbys Deli, Huddersfield

CAFE BAR & SANDWICH CENTRE in Slaithwaite, Huddersfield for Sale.

Delightful sandwich centre, deli and cafe bar situated in a bustling village – MAJOR HIGH STREET TRADING POSITION. The shop serves a wide community of both residential and industrial units with tons of workers and shoppers, taking £2,000 weekly. The business is worked in very easy hours closing at 3pm – GREAT POTENTIAL for evening trade here in this busy high street. The premises will be held on a new secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: double glass fronted shop unit incorporating outsales department with deli and sandwich counter, open servery, cafe bar seating 16 people, superbly fitted commercial kitchen offering an abundance of Hi Tech equipment. THIS SITE ONLY NEEDS SEEING – SENSIBLY PRICED CONCERN. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554549

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Allerton Home Centre & DIY, Bradford - SOLD!

HOUSEHOLD, HARDWARE, DIY & GENERAL, Bradford

This well fitted saleshop enjoys an excellent trading position in a monopoly shopping precinct which has its own large customer car parking area which serves all of the units here - many very popular shops including a co-op convenience store and Post Office.  Held on a secure lease with a very reasonable rent.  The precinct is situated in an expanding area of Bradford. A very old established business which serves not only the local community but also attracts customers from other adjacent suburbs and villages.  Scope to introduce many more lines and services.  Taking £2000 weekly. Fantastic potential. Business on lease. Ref: 200815

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Chapel Chippy, Barnsley - SOLD!

CLOSED FISH & CHIPS, in  Barnsley for Sale.

Professionally fitted fish and chip shop, which really must be seen to be appreciated. Superb business premises situated in this densely populated, pleasant, residential area of Barnsley. The business has taken £1,500 weekly previously and in our opinion could easily do so again and substantially more in the right hands. EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE. Premises briefly comprise: Fully tiled saleshop with excellent counter range, preparation kitchen, rumbling room, self contained accommodation comprising lounge, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, which was sub let returning £90 per week. Business on lease. Ref: 201396


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Premier Store, Hemsworth - SOLD!

FULLY LICENCED CONVENIENCE STORE WITH FULL LOTTERY & PAY POINT. West Yorkshire

One of the finest privately owned newly fitted mini supermarkets seen for a very long time completely refitted with no expense spared. The business is worked over 7 days and offers so much more potential by adding a full serve over deli counter, bake off bread and confectionery which can be baked on the premises. Taking £25,000/£26,000 and increasing plus Lottery £5,200 p.a.  Paypoint £3,000 p.a. Showing adjusted net profits of £67,243 prior to bank charges,loan interest and depreciation on accounts for year ended 28.02.2011. The premises are held on a secure lease and are situated in a prime site on a commanding main road within a densely populated residential area. A HIGHLY PROFITABLE CONCERN - VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 200521

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Another sold by Ernest Wilsons - Todays Local, Bradford

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE & LOTTERY, Bradford for sale,
Delightful village convenience store now with Full National Lottery in a monopoly position, taking £3,700 and INCREASING. Worked in very sensible hours, closing at 8pm offering potential for a good sandwich trade. Recently undergone major refurbishment including a completely new shop fit and a full EPOS scanning system. Held on a secure lease, sensible rent, comprising: newly fitted self service sales shop with excellent refrigeration and excellent 3 bedroom private family accommodation. HIGHLY PROFITABLE CONCERN – PROJECTING £5,000 WEEKLY WITHIN 6 MONTHS. Business on lease. Ref: 554747


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Elvington Village Store, York - SOLD!

FULLY LICENSED VILLAGE STORE WITH SANDWICHES, NEWS, BAKE OFF AND FULL LOTTERY OUTLET in North Yorkshire for Sale.

Truly outstanding village store in a delightful, picturesque semi rural village, taking £10,500 weekly. This is the only shop within 5 surrounding villages – A LOVELY PLACE TO LIVE AND EARN YOUR LIVING. The premises are held on a 20 year lease that expires in 2015 and has an option to renew. The business is worked in very sensible hours and is run predominantly by staff due to our client’s pending retirement – OUR CLIENT HAS TRADED FOR 20 VERY SUCCESSFUL YEARS HERE - Showing adjusted net profits in excess of £60,000 pa prior to staff wages - Full-Time working owners could do significantly more. The premises comprise:  spacious, self service sales shop with many departments, excellent refrigeration, good wines department, cash out display unit, preparation kitchen and bake off unit. RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE AND IN THIS POSITION REACH THE OPEN MARKET. Beautiful detached freehold 3 bedroom residence available at an additional £375,000. Business on lease. Ref: 554504

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Exit Interiors & Gifts Shop, Harrogate - SOLD!

EXIT INTERIORS & GIFTS SHOP in Harrogate for Sale.

Very rarely do businesses of this calibre reach the open market in the much sought after town of Harrogate - RIGHT IN THE HEART of this bustling town centre. The business specialises in contemporary branded home accessories, gifts, kitchenware, glassware and so much more. HIGHLY PROFITABLE CONCERN, SHOWING £50,000 NET PROFIT PRIOR TO WAGES AND DEPRECIATION YEAR ENDED MARCH 2012 – taking £200,000 annually. Run predominantly by staff – WORKING OWNERS COULD MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE HERE. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent, comprising: beautifully appointed walk round showroom which has been professionally fitted to a very high standard. VIEWING OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT IS A MUST – REDUCED FOR A QUICK SALE. Business on lease. Ref: 554673

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Yet another sale by Ernest Wilsons! - Parkgate Stores, Otley

SANDWICH BAR & TUCK SHOP, Otley for sale.
Attractive sales shop occupying a good trading position and benefitting from easy roadside parking, essential to catch the huge potential passing trade here and also in close proximity to the local school. Currently run in EXCEPTIONALLY EASY HOURS by our client – REAL SCOPE HERE, taking an average of £700 weekly. LOW OVERHEADS, GOOD PROFIT MARGIN. Premises held on lease with very sensible rent and offer a smart lock up sales shop with a good range of equipment, fixtures and fittings. Business on lease. Ref: 554055


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Another sale by Ernest Wilsons - Gildersome Post Office

SUB POST OFFICE, CARDS & STATIONERY, Leeds.
POST OFFICE SALARY £45,000 PER ANNUM. Excellent Post Office situated in a densely populated area of Leeds, serving a wide community. This is a good solid Post Office that is growing. The private side could be developed by enthusiastic owners. Run predominantly by staff, working owners could develop this further. Held on a secure lease, sensible low rent and comprise: professionally fitted sales shop with good Post Office department, cards, stationary, sweets and office to the rear. Opportunity to acquire the Freehold interest, comprising: self contained 3 bedroom apartment with lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom. A SUPERB WAY TO EARN YOUR LIVING. Business on lease. Ref: 201941

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Ritchies Deli Bar, Cottingham, Hull - SOLD!

DELI BAR,COTTINGHAM near Hull.
Truly outstanding delicatessen (recently refurbished) situated in a bustling Town Centre, taking £3,500 weekly. The present owner has been here for over 25 years – serious illness forces this reluctant sale. Highly profitable concern, SHOWING NET PROFIT OF £28,843 ON ACCOUNTS FOR YEAR ENDED 31.10.2011 - oozing potential for so much more with younger, enthusiastic new owners. This site is screaming out for specialist wines to be added which would greatly enhance the deli which offers one of the finest cheese displays and superb cooked meat counter. Worked in very easy hours over 6 days and comprising spacious, double fronted store with deli area, sandwich and salad bar, commercial preparation kitchen with an abundance of hi tech commercial equipment including ham boiler, 2 walk in cold rooms, superb refrigerated displays and freezer room. Excellent high street trading position. Oozing potential for so much more here – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554211


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Brendas Sandwich Bar, Pudsey, Leeds - SOLD!

SANDWICH BAR WITH SMALL EAT IN AREA, Pudsey, Leeds for sale

Situated in a bustling town centre in Leeds, commanding main road site, surrounded by offices, commerce and shoppers. Worked in very easy hours Monday to Saturday - closed Sunday. Offering spacious sandwich bar and eat in facilities. Held on a secure lease with sensible rent, comprising: glass double fronted open plan unit incorporating outsales department with excellent refrigerated serve over display - taking £1100/£1200 weekly. Tremendous potential to take big money with the right person at the helm. Business on lease. 201692



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Another sale by Ernest Wilsons - Potts Bakery, Barnsley

Potts Bakery in Barnsley, South Yorkshire for Sale.

Superb, professional sandwich bar situated in the heart of Barnsley town centre – PRIME TRADING POSITION. This open plan unit has been corporately fitted and equipped to the highest of standards and really must be seen to be appreciated. Excellent turnover of £4,000 weekly. The business is RUN TOTALLY BY STAFF. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: open plan walk in unit with a superb range of serve over counters; preparation area. THIS IS ONE OF THE FINEST SANDWICH CENTRES SEEN FOR A VERY LONG TIME. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554523

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Stannington Post Office, Sheffield - SOLD!

SUB POST OFFICE, NEWS, SWEETS, GREETING CARDS & OFF LICENCE, Sheffield.

Delightful village Post Office and HIGHLY PROFITABLE newsagent, greeting cards and sweets, situated in this bustling shopping parade – DENSELY POPULATED RESIDENTIAL AREA OF SHEFFIELD. Post Office Salary £33,000 per annum and Retail Side Taking £4,000 per week. Worked in easy hours over 5 full days, closing at 5.30pm and 2 half days - Showing adjusted net profits of £71,981 prior to staff wages,depreciation and motor expenses on account for year ended 31.03.2011. Run predominantly by staff. Our client is taking a well-deserved retirement after many successful years here. Comprising: modern, all glass fronted sales shop with automatic door. Professionally fitted retail area with greeting card, sweets and news, modern 2 position Post Office department. To the rear is the kitchen and office. Excellent family accommodation which is self contained and comprises: well fitted breakfast kitchen with modern units, lounge, 3 bedrooms (Master is En Suite), family bathroom, loft bedroom. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business & Property. Ref: 554106

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Another sold by Ernest Wilsons - Carols Hair Studio, Tadcaster

HAIR SALON WITH 3 BED SELF CONTAINED APARTMENT, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire for sale

This is an imposing building which fronts on to this busy main road close to a car park. An eye catching town centre property which combines a spacious and successful business with a substantial 3 bedroom apartment. Super, well established business (our client has been here for over 20 years and is now retiring) taking £1,200 weekly. Worked over a five day week. Excellent reputation. SHOWING ADJUSTED NET PROFITS OF £37,562 PRIOR TO DEPRECIATION ON ACCOUNTS FOR YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2011. Business & property. Ref: 554227


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Another sale by Ernest Wilsons - The Fleece, Harden

THE FLEECE PUBLIC HOUSE, Harden, West Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this delightful village pub situated in a superb site in the centre of this well populated picturesque village, busy main road position.  The premises are held on secure lease, sensible rent and comprise:  reception leading to main lounge and central bar, dining/restaurant, tap room/games room PLUS owners 3 bedroom family accommodation.  Large car park to rear.  This is a profitable concern ( 1 cider and 1 guest beer "free of Tie" rest tied to Samuel Webster).  Worked and run by the present owners for over 20 years.  Serious illness forces this reluctant sale.  Taking £4,000 weekly.  Tremendous potential to do much more with enthusiastic new owners. Showing net profits of £29,000 pa. Business on lease. Ref: 201294


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Buyer found for family firm Woollons & Harwood

Buyer found for family firm Woollons and Harwood

 

A buyer has been found for the Woollons and Harwood store in Thirsk

A buyer has been found for part of a family business which was to close after 112 years of trading.

Woollons and Harwood, which has kitchenware and gift shops in Thirsk and Helmsley, was due to cease trading at Easter.
The company, which employs 14 people, said the decision to close was made after a series of robberies in 2012.
A buyer has now been found for the Thirsk store which will continue trading, the company said.
Paul Woollons, managing director, said: "A couple called Chris and Pauline Moran from Boroughbridge Hardware are going to take over the Thirsk store and keep all the staff on. It will run as Woollons and Harwood."
Mr Woollons said he had also had fresh interest in the Helmsley shop and was optimistic a buyer for that store could also be found.
The company, which was established in 1901, was hit by a series of thefts in 2012 which Mr Woollons said had prompted his decision to close.
Thieves stole about £1,000 of Crown Derby pottery from the Helmsley store in February 2012.
The firm's internet business was damaged when stock worth about £8,000 was stolen in two raids on the company's warehouse in the summer, Mr Woollons said.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-21060359


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Acomb Post Office, York - SOLD!

SUB POST OFFICE & STATIONERY, York, North Yorkshire, for sale.

A super Post Office occupying  an excellent High Street Position in this popular suburb of York. A much sought after area. A four position Post Office counter with small retail shop, worked in easy hours over a five and a half hour day - low overheads and a secure lease. Taking £300 weekly with Post Office Salary £48,220 per annum. A SUPER BUSINESS WHICH MUST BE SEEN TO BE FULLY APPRECIATED. Business on lease. Ref: 202003


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Ovenden Convenience Store, Halifax - SOLD!

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE, in Halifax for Sale.

Immaculate lock-up single storey premises occupying a commanding main road trading position, fronting onto one of Halifax's main arterial routes - A HIGHLY VISIBLE SITE. Very busy shopping parade serving densely populated residential area with plenty of commercial / industrial premises nearby. Achieving an enviable weekly turnover of £6,250 and maintaining good margins with very modest rent. Premises held on lease and briefly comprise: stunning walk round self service store which has been professionally fitted to an EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH STANDARD with a full EPOS system. VIEWING HERE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554236


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Deli Kitchen, Leeds - SOLD!

Deli, Leeds for sale

An opportunity to acquire this delightful delicatessen business situated in a prime city centre location a bustling position being surrounded by literally 1000's and 1000's of offices, workers, shoppers.  Rarely do these sites reach the open market boasting an enviable turnover and working on super profits. Taking £4,500 weekly.  Working Owners could make net profit of £1,400 pw. There is no catering contracts in place although there as been plenty of interest - a much needed delivery service would boost sales. The business is worked in sensible hours over six days per week - entirely by staff and a working owner could take £1000 gross. Tremendous Potential here for so much more with enthusiastic new owners.  EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 200370

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2013 - the business year ahead

One of the most frequent questions that I get asked is - 'when will the market turn?' - if only I knew!!!

Actually, looking at the sales figures and viewing numbers for 2012, you could say that it is starting to turn already - numbers are definitely and significantly on the increase and from our point of view, this is all we can ask. Interest leads to viewings and viewings leads to offers and sales.

The second most asked question is - 'what is the most popular type of business' - again this is not easy to answer as everybody favours their own type of businesses. Food businesses prove popular because of the high profit margins, sensible hours and low stock values. Restaurant especially at the moment are proving popular with the help of programs live BBC's Masterchef, Saturday Morning Kitchen etc. I always say to people that Confucius had the right idea - 'Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.'

Lets hope that 2013 is successful for all of us whether you are buying or selling or running your business.

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Shopsmarta, Halifax - SOLD!

CONVENIENCE STORE WITH OFF LICENCE & COUNTER NEWS, Halifax.

Modernised shop with 3 bedroom accommodation enjoying a prime trading position in this well-populated village in the Halifax area. This is the most convenient shop for hundreds of residents and businesses in a large catchment area. Easy roadside parking here with a stunning turnover of £8,500 - £9,000 (including PayZone of Approx £800 pw). Showing net profits of £48,786 on accounts for year end 17.07.2010. Premises held on a good lease with a reasonable rent. Run mainly by staff. A POPULAR BUSINESS IN AN EXPANDING AREA – NO ERNEST WILSONS COMPLAINTS THERE ARE EXCELLENT PROSPECTS HERE. Business on lease. Ref: 201461

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Another sold by Ernest Wilsons - Underbridge News, Hull

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE, NEWS, SWEETS & TOBACCO WITH FULL LOTTERY OUTLET, Hull - for sale

An opportunity to acquire this delightful village convenience store situated in a busy main road trading position within a well populated residential area of Hull. The business is worked in very easy hours closing at 7.30 pm. Taking £7,500 weekly plus lottery £1,800 weekly - News sheet £1700 per week at cost - now also selling freezer food (introduced November 2010 - Showing adjusted net profits of £35,000 pa. A tremendous opportunity and scope to double the turnover by extending the hours to full convenience hours. VIEWING RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 200571

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A & G's Pub, Almondbury - SOLD!

FREEHOLD PUB PREMISES in Huddersfield for Sale.

Occupying a good trading position on a major arterial route leading into and out of Huddersfield town centre, benefiting from easy parking. This is a mixed, residential, commercial and retail area with a large local student population within striking distance. Stone built, corner property offering two storeys with cellar dating back to the late 1800’s. The property fronts directly onto the pavement and there is a small yard to the rear. The property is currently closed for trade although it has traded as a public house in the past. More recently it had been used as a private members club. Ground floor: Entrance leading into bar with mirrored, fitted bar and perimeter bench seating. Rear bar with small dance floor, half timbered walls. First floor: Living accommodation comprising six rooms and a shower room with two shower cubicles, WC and wash basin – the former kitchen has been removed. The first floor could easily be reinstated to provide 3 bedroom accommodation plus private lounge and kitchen. Second floor: One Large attic room. Freehold property. Ref: 554532


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Highfields General Store, Doncaster - SOLD!

Highfields General Store in Doncaster for Sale.

This is a very good trading site in a densely populated residential area of Doncaster. The premises are freehold and comprise spacious professionally fitted self service store with good refrigeration comprising: large sales shop with store room to rear. On the first floor there are two self contained apartments which are rented out – both have recently completely refurbished and bring in £800 per month. SENSIBLY PRICED PROPERTY. VIEW EARLY. Business & freehold property. Ref: 554521

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Another sold by Ernest Wilsons - Urban Deli, Leeds

Urban Deli, Leeds for sale,
Outstanding sandwich bar and coffee shop situated in a delightful residential area. Worked in easy hours over 6 days – yet still offers potential for so much more. This site could double the turnover with the right person at the helm. Scope for delivery to boost the turnover – this site has taken much more in the past. SENSIBLY PRICED CONCERN. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: all glass fronted, superbly fitted shop with excellent refrigeration, outsales and cafe seating 14 people comfortably. To the rear is spacious, well fitted commercial kitchen, lower ground floor WC and wash hand basin, one of the store rooms would make further seating area for a cafe area. Business on lease. Ref:554119


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Marriotts Cafe, Wath upon Dearne - SOLD!

CAFE, SNACKS AND SANDWICHES, Rotherham.

Outstanding café and sandwich bar with fantastic facilities, magnificent equipment and easy roadside parking in front. Achieving an excellent turnover of £2,400 already, but also offers amazing potential for a new owner or partnership to do even more. Premises are held on a good lease at a VERY LOW RENT, comprising: excellent café area, seating 16 customers with ease, superbly equipped serving and preparation area with stainless steel panelling and an extraction system. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 201347

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Another business sold by Ernest Wilsons - Marton cum Grafton Post Office, York

SUB POST OFFICE & VILLAGE GENERAL OFF LICENCE in a STUNNING North Yorkshire Village for Sale.

Delightful sub post office and fully licensed village general store, situated in what can only be described as one of the most picturesque villages in the UK – STUNNING LOCATION. This is the only shop in the whole village, taking £5,000 weekly with a Post Office Salary of £14,500 PA – THE SITE OOZES POTENTIAL FOR SO MUCH MORE. The present owners have traded here for 39 successful years. Run entirely by staff due to bereavement. The business closes at 5.30pm daily leaving potential to take advantage of the off licence and open until 9 or 10pm – THIS SITE COULD TAKE THE BIG MONEY. Held on a secure lease with very low rent of £77 per week from the local council. Purpose built, single storey air conditioned premises comprising: spacious, professionally fitted self service store with excellent refrigeration, very good cash out display, post office department. ALREADY HIGHLY PROFITABLE – RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET. Business on lease from the Parish Council. Ref: 554438


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Retail Shop, Maltby, Rotherham - SOLD!

VACANT RETAIL SHOP, in Maltby for sale.

Great opportunity to acquire these compact, freehold premises which occupy an excellent trading position adjoining busy retail development within the centre of this bustling South Yorkshire, small town. Premises would suit a variety of uses and a purchaser could possibly acquire the freehold property here for less than they could rent it! Premises briefly comprise:  Attractive, single storey shop unit with security roller shutters offering sales shop with kitchenette to the rear. Small yard area.  VIEWING RECOMMENDED. Ref: 554542


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K-Too Cafe, Cleckheaton - SOLD!

CAFE & SNACKS, Cleckheaton.
Delightful cafe and coffee shop, situated in a bustling town centre trading position. Worked in very easy hours over 6 day week. The business is OOZING POTENTIAL FOR SO MUCH MORE – only needs the right enthusiastic person and this could be a very good business, taking £300 to £350 weekly.  Our client is taking a well deserved retirement and is looking forward to her well earned rest. Premises held on an easy tenure and comprise: spacious coffee shop and cafe seating 21 people comfortably, well fitted commercial kitchen sporting a 2 station coffee machine for specialist coffee’s, cappuccino, latte’s etc.


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Lane End Fish & Chips, Pudsey - SOLD!

CLOSED FISH & CHIPS, Leeds.

This delightful purpose built fishery is in an excellent corner trading position just off Pudsey town centre. Surrounded by residential, commercial, and schools, making it a very popular venue. Leasehold property with reasonable rent, was taking a weekly turnover of £1,000 before closure. FREEHOLD ALSO AVAILABLE AT £65,000. This spacious fully tiled sales shop is sporting a 3 pan counter frying range with an abundance of quality equipment. OFFERS INVITED. Ref: 201045


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Byram Post Office & Stores, Knottingley - SOLD!

POST OFFICE & PREMIER CONVENIENCE STORE WITH NATIONAL LOTTERY, Knottingley, West Yorkshire for sale

POST OFFICE SALARY £33,000 PER ANNUM, RETAIL SALES £11,000 WEEKLY, NEWSHEET £600

This substantial detached property provides fantastic sales and Post Office facilities and can very easily re-convert to excellent 2/3 bed family accomm - a very well appointed property with spacious areas front and rear.  The premises serve an expanding residential community on the West Yorkshire and North Yorkshire boundary. The business achieves a wonderful turnover and it commands a substantial Post Office salary - showing adjusted net profits of £44,619 prior to depreciation on account for year ended 31.12.09.  Genuine reason for sale.  There is great potential here for a new owner or owners to introduce many more product lines and services to boost sales and profits even more. Business & property. Ref: 200095

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Wacky Dayz Play Gym, Batley - SOLD!

CHILDREN’S PLAY GYM in Batley for Sale.

Delightful children’s play centre situated in an excellent trading position on a bustling business park. The business is worked in very easy hours over 7 days, taking £2,000 weekly – A PROFITABLE CONCERN WHICH MUST BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED. The business OOZES POTENTIAL and is PRICED TO SELL. NO COMPLAINTS THERE IS A GENUINE REASON FOR SALE – our client has had two new babies and cannot commit her time fully to this business. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: open plan unit incorporating reception with secure childproof security gate, cafeteria, well fitted kitchen and servery. The main play area offering an abundance of play equipment including slides, climbing frames, soft toys and very much more. The cafeteria is used for private parties. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554659

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Vittles coffee shop, Sheffield - SOLD!

CAFÉ & COFFEE SHOP, Sheffield, South Yorkshire for sale,
A rare opportunity to acquire a thriving business in a much sought after trading position, Benefiting from a large, regular and loyal client base but has taken substantially more in the past when run by a working owner – currently taking £3,800 weekly. Run mainly by staff and working on super profit margins. Held on lease with sensible rent and briefly comprises:  Attractive café and coffee shop which is almost a local landmark and provides a comfortable and convivial atmosphere for its clientele in the dining area. Impressive commercial kitchen to the rear which would more usually be associated with a large restaurant. VIEWING HERE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – ONLY NEEDS SEEING. Business on lease. Ref: 201935


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There is life after redundancy......

Agency chips in to help Barrie with takeaway deals

A FORMER marketing director is running a thriving takeaway business – thanks to help from a West Yorkshire business transfer agent and commercial bankers based in Huddersfield.
Former marketing director Barrie Richards, who was made redundant, launched his first fish and chip shop in Pudsey after talking to staff at business transfer agent Ernest Wilson about buying a business and securing finance from Lloyds TSB Commercial in Huddersfield.
Now his Richards Family Fisheries brand is wining plaudits on visitor recommendation websites.
Fish and chips remain the number one takeaway food in the UK – with more than 10,000 fish and chip shops selling more than 300m portions each year, The industry is worth about £1.2bn – meaning that £1 out of every £100 spent on food is spent in a chippie.

Mr Richards purchased his first fish and chip shop in Pudsey with the assistance of Lloyds TSB Commercial.
Wendy Hallas, of the bank’s Huddersfield Business Centre, said “We are always on the lookout for opportunities to support Iocal businessmen and women and I was in no doubt that Barrie was an ideal prospect to support. We were delighted to able to back him with his new venture and way of life.”
To help ensure success in his new venture, Mr Richards followed Ernest Wilson’s advice and enrolled on a training course with the National Federation of Fish Friers.
His business performed very well and turnover increased. Having established his first shop, Mr Richards sold it a year later through Ernest Wilson and bought another chippie that they had for sale. He increased turnover at that store by four times and went on to sell it for a substantial profit.
This time, he opened up an empty unit as a fish and chip shop – growing turnover from a standing start to more than £3,000 a week before selling again through Ernest Wilson.
Richards Family Fisheries is now running its fourth shop at Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, having had an amazing opening day on November 5.
Said Mr Richards: “There is life after redundancy! I am so glad that I walked into Ernest Wilson’s that day and with their support and that of the NFFF and Lloyds TSB Commercial I have established a new career with new skills which I find fulfilling and challenging at the same time.
“There is never a dull moment and I find the ability I now have to make, back and implement my own decisions thrilling.”

Read more: Examiner http://www.examiner.co.uk/business/2012/12/18/agency-chips-in-to-help-barrie-with-takeaway-deals-86081-32446488/#ixzz2FhvGuD64

http://www.examiner.co.uk/business/2012/12/18/agency-chips-in-to-help-barrie-with-takeaway-deals-86081-32446488/

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Blackberry Bakery, Halifax - SOLD!

Bakery, Near Halifax for Sale.

Well established business which occupies a FIRST CLASS TRADING POSITION in the heart of a West Yorkshire town centre close to Halifax. Held on lease with a very sensible rent whilst the business is run in easy hours over a five and a half day week. showing net profits of £39,209 on accounts for year ended 31.03.2011. Taking £1,300 weekly. Further potential for growth with earlier opening and developing deliveries and outside catering. Comprising:  Well equipped sales shop with smart shop front, kitchen to the rear with tiled floor, well equipped basement kitchen and preparation area which could easily be relocated upstairs. VIEWING HERE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554220


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Domino Bridal, Batley - SOLD!

WEDDING GOWNS, SALES & ACCESSORIES in Batley for Sale.

Delightful business situated in a bustling town centre location. This site is OOZING POTENTIAL and offers the right person a superb opportunity.  Our client is retiring after 20 successful years here. The business is WORKED IN VERY EASY HOURS over 6 days – NEEDS OPENING LONGER HOURS. The premises will be held on lease from Kirklees Metropolitan Council, comprising: Sales showroom displaying wedding gowns, store room to the rear, spacious fitting room with 3 fitting cubicles. Business on lease. Ref: 554469


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Bliss Food, Doncaster - SOLD!

MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT, Doncaster.
Busy restaurant occupying an excellent trading position in the heart of an affluent and much sought after small town on the outskirts of Doncaster. Run in easy daytime hours over a six day week. Oozing potential to substantially increase the turnover and profitability by introducing evening trading. Currently achieving a very weekly healthy turnover of £3,000 without compromise on profit margins and viewing here is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Premises briefly comprise: Reception with fully fitted bar, 1st dining area leading through to 2nd dining area with feature fireplace, commercial kitchen with a good range of catering equipment and extraction system. The first and second floors have formerly been used as accommodation but currently provide; at first floor level: a private dining room with patio doors leading to a roof top patio, customer bathroom whilst the remainder of the first floor and the second floor is sub-let and returns £7,500 per annum. Business on lease. Ref: 554170

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Craft Angels, Sheffield - SOLD!

Craft Angels Sheffield, for sale
Delightful craft and coffee shop, situated in a bustling shopping centre – PRIME LOCATION. Worked in easy hours in only a 5 day week, offering tons of potential for so much more here. Our client open and closes this business to suit their other business requirements. All that is necessary here are new enthusiastic owners to open this business regularly.  LITERALLY PRICED TO SELL – VIEW EARLY. Held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprises: double fronted sales shop with attractive seating area, outsales, craft area. Business on lease. Ref: 554058


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Lanes Fish and Chips, Castleford - SOLD

FISH & CHIPS SHOP in Castleford for Sale.

This is an exceptionally well presented fish and chips shop located in a bustling mixed commercial and residential area in Castleford. The business operates in limited hours due to our clients personal circumstances – yet still achieves a good weekly turnover of £1,400. OBVIOUS POTENTIAL here to extend both the hours and the menu. The premises are immaculate and must be seen to be appreciated - they comprise: ground floor cafe area; 3 pan counter range with fully tiled saleshop and quality commercial flooring. To the rear is a well presented preparation room and kitchen. SECURE LEASE AND SENSIBLE RENT FOR SUCH A GOOD PREMISES. Business on lease. Ref: 554503


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Downtown Sandwich Bar, Leeds - SOLD!

SANDWICH BAR WITH SMALL EAT IN AREA, in Leeds for Sale.

Excellent opportunity to acquire a bustling, modern sandwich bar with eat in facility seating up to 8 customers. Situated in a densely populated residential area of Leeds, surrounded by industry and residential housing – COMMANDING MAIN ROAD SITE WITH PARKING RIGHT OUTSIDE. Worked in very easy hours in only a 5 day week, taking £920 weekly - oozing potential for Saturday mornings and to introduce deliveries. Held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: Modern, all glass fronted unit, sales area with excellent refrigeration, open plan, well fitted commercial kitchen offering an abundance of hi tech equipment.  HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554245

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Aspire to Be Beauty Salon, Menston, Ilkley - SOLD!

BEAUTY SALON, Menston, Ilkley, West Yorkshire - for sale,
Superbly appointed and newly decorated salon in a much sought after West Yorkshire village which must be seen to be appreciated. Operated by our client in easy hours over a four day week with no staff – OBVIOUS POTENTIAL FOR GROWTH. Achieving a good turnover of £32,682 per annum with very low overheads in a beautiful village with a fabulous catchment area to play to - planning passed for 300 homes to be built nearby. No complaints this is a super business in a great location. Comprising: large reception area with nail station, modern reception desk, retail display and waiting area, large treatment room which is very tastefully decorated with a good array of equipment. Business on lease. Ref: 201912


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Kids Come First, Batley - SOLD!

KIDS COME FIRST
CHILDREN’S DAY NURSERY & CRECHE, Batley for sale.

Children’s creche situated in a bustling shopping complex in the heart of a Kirklees town centre– attracting shoppers and visitors from all over the region. Worked in easy hours over a 5 day week, offering potential to expand the hours. Run entirely by staff due to our clients other nursery business. Taking £1,600 weekly. Eye-catching trading position comprising: reception leading to the office, pre-school play room, 3 to 5 year area, baby room, toddlers play room and outer secure play area. WE HAVE NO ERNEST WILSON COMPLAINTS THAT THIS BUSINESS COULD TAKE SO MUCH MORE WITH THE RIGHT WORKING OWNER. Business on lease. Ref: 201733

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ATS Airport & Travel Services - SOLD!

AIRPORT TAXI BUSINESS, Run from home in Wakefield.

A delightful business which is run from home and specialises in airport taxi transfers to and from all UK airports and also special occasions, coastal trips, race/golf days and corporate events.  This is a well established and easily run concern which offers a good living for the right person.  The business is based in West Yorkshire and is increasing week on week. Taking £1,000 plus weekly.  This is a very good way to earn your living, working for yourself. Ref: 201586


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Shipley Stationers, SOLD!

STATIONERS & OFFICE SUPPLIES, Shipley, West Yorkshire for sale

A very well established business located at the centre of this town centre on the outskirts of Bradford.  This is a highly prominent location within the town and the business is well patronised by a large and loyal customer base. The business trades in easy hours over a six day week specialising in all manners of home and office stationery products in addition to ancillary services  such as printing, photocopying etc.  Taking £2,200 weekly.  Secure lease and sensible rent for such a town centre position. Viewing Recommended.  Business on lease. Ref: 201595

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Peak Pantry, Eyam, Hope Valley - SOLD!

VILLAGE TEA ROOMS, Hope Valley for sale,
Wonderful tea rooms in the centre of a picturesque village in the heart of the beautiful Derbyshire countryside – attracting 1,000’s of tourists and walkers. The business achieves an admirable turnover of £2,500 weekly in relatively easy hours whilst maintaining truly impressive profit margins and provides our client with a super living. Fabulous local trade in addition to an excellent tourist trade. VIEWING HERE REALLY IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST AND IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Premises held on lease with very sensible rent and briefly comprise: stunning premises which are beautifully furbished, offering superbly fitted cafe dining area with deli out sales counter, spacious commercial kitchen to the rear with an abundance of quality commercial catering equipment. Business on lease. Ref: 554052

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Cutsyke Post Office, Castleford - SOLD!

POST OFFICE & SANDWICH BAR, Castleford, West Yorks.

POST OFFICE SALARY £24,500 PER ANNUM. RETAIL SALES £1,350 WEEKLY.

This large, extended and terrace property provides an excellent business and luxury accommodation - VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  The property faces onto one of the main roads through this well populated community of West Yorkshire near to the M62 - an area with lots of local residents and businesses providing lots of customers for this Post Office and business. The business is run in easy hours and has a strong customer base - same owners here for over 20 years - no complaint there is a huge potential for new owners to boost trade here by extending the hours and making use of the off licence.  This business has new been accepted as a Lottery outlet which is due to be installed by November 2012.  Genuine reason for sale - Ill Health Forces Sale. Comprising attractive, well fitted saleshop with 2 position Post Office counter; superb 3 bed accommodation. Leasehold available. Showing net profits of £31,568 prior to depreciation on account for year ended 05.04.2011. Business on lease with option to purchase freehold property. Ref: 554203

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Rafters Restaurant, Skipton - SOLD!

Rafters Restaurant, Skipton, North Yorkshire For Sale

This outstanding leasehold property was extensively refurbished in 2012 to provide to provide first class facilities – VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  Good lease and very reasonable rent. The premises are conveniently located for visitors and shoppers who come to this popular town in their thousands every week. Enormous Potential here for a new owner or partnership – scope for earlier openings, evening openings as a bistro/restaurant, menu additions, more marketing etc. Seating for 52 and more if required. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 554389

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Bluebird Cafe, Sowerby Bridge - SOLD!

CAFÉ & COFFEE SHOP (48 Covers), Sowerby Bridge, Halifax.

Superb Business situated right in the heart of a Halifax town centre, taking £1,800 to £2,000 weekly - showing net profits of £39,942 on account for year ended 31.03.11. AN IMPOSING FRONTAGE FACING RIGHT ONTO THE HIGH STREET. Spacious and well fitted premises that would also MAKE A FANTASTIC RESTAURANT. Run by the present owner for the last 20 years and is now retiring. Worked in very easy hours, offering TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL for much more with enthusiastic new owners. Will be held on a new secure lease, sensible rent and comprising: reception leading to the café and coffee shop seating 48 people comfortably, open plan servery, kitchen to rear. Our client is the Landlord and may negotiate on rental terms. Ill health forces reluctant sale. Business on lease. Ref: 201754


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