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Tuesday, 3 February 2026

SOLD - The Place in the Park, Hartlepool

CAFE AND RESTAURANT, GIFTS AND CONFERENCE SUITES in Hartlepool

An exciting opportunity to acquire this impressive award winning cafe and restaurant which is well known in the area and enjoys a fantastic reputation and reviews. The business has been successfully operated by our client since 2008 and is now brought to market due to our client's pending retirement. A solid foundation for enthusiastic new owners to build upon and develop even further. The business benefits from both tourist and year round local trade. The substantial premises are held on lease and really must be seen to be appreciated. Comprising public restaurant area together with two separate conference areas which cater for various events such as afternoon teas, local playgroups, private parties and functions. Well-equipped commercial kitchen with an array of quality catering equipment and good extraction system. Secondary food preparation room, dry storage and walk in cold store. Staff room and WC. Two sets of customer WCs which service the main restaurant and the private function suites. Externally is a private garden area which in the better weather is used for additional seating area and events, bouncy castle hire etc. Another popular part of the business is a gifts and toys section, selling toys and outdoor games for people to use in the park. EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE! Business on lease. Ref: 590432

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Wednesday, 28 January 2026

SOLD - BHP Hairdressing, Guiseley

HIGHLY REGARDED PROFESSIONAL SALON in Guiseley.

A highly acclaimed and successful professional salon, having been established some 40 years ago and boasting an in-house team of highly trained and exceptionally skilled stylists. This is not your average hair salon. This is a contemporary, superbly fitted and equipped, luxury salon, patronised by discerning clients from a catchment area that includes some of the most affluent districts outside Leeds. A truly wonderful opportunity to acquire one of the best known and highest regarded salon businesses in West Yorkshire, which is almost entirely run by staff now as the owners recent health issues are restricting his ability to be hands-on. Take up one of the chairs to service your own clients in addition to the regular and loyal client list, or simply run the busy appointment book and administration. Either way, this is a well-run, highly successful business showing excellent annual retained profits. The accounts read tremendously well and will be made available to seriously interested parties who have formally met the owners and viewed the business premises.

Highly prominent detached property within which the salon occupies the ground floor. Surrounded by many complimenting businesses including restaurants, a bridal shop and a personal training gym. Internally there is a reception area with an open plan arrangement of seven styling stations, four backwash stations, supported by a specialised pressurised hot water system, and two drying stations. Utility areas include a cloakroom, colouring room, kitchenette and ladies and gents WCs. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 590563

Monday, 26 January 2026

SOLD - Oak Lane Post Office & Convenience Store, Bradford

POST OFFICE AND CONVENIENCE STORE in Bradford for Sale.

An exciting opportunity to acquire this very busy and well known Post Office and convenience store. The premises occupy a prime trading position fronting a busy main road with free roadside parking. Our clients are selling to retire after over 28 years here and will offer a new lease to the whole premises to the buyer. Comprising ground floor modern well fit walk round sales shop with two position Post Office counter and third retail counter. Lower ground floor provides store rooms, office, kitchen and WC. Above the shop is a self-contained three bedroom accommodation currently let out returning £600 per calendar month, comprising lounge, kitchen, WC, three bedrooms and bathroom. EPC Band B. Business & Property. Ref: 590313

Thursday, 22 January 2026

SOLD - Cake Toppers Cafe, Skelton in Cleveland

CAFE in Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Situated in the market town of Skelton-in-Cleveland perched on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors and only a few miles away from the very popular Saltburn by the Sea. Skelton High Street is a popular location for both locals and also attracts a number of tourists drawn to the many historic buildings in the area including the Norman Church which dates back to the 12th century. The High Street benefits from plenty of free parking which in turn brings a steady footfall of shoppers and café users. The premises are modern, bright and well fitted and held on lease at a very reasonable rent. The premises comprises of an entrance from the High Street into the front café area with seating for 10 customers with ease, counter area with hot drinks making / preparation area behind. To the rear is the kitchen area with an array of cooking equipment, further prep areas. To the side of the café is an external covered seating area, tastefully decorated and seating for a further 10 customers. To the rear is a very well appointed customer / staff toilet with hand washing facilities. The current owner has operated the business for over 20 years with part time help and is reluctantly selling due to ill health. Simply run business with a very healthy turnover. Viewing highly recommended. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 590935

Tuesday, 20 January 2026

SOLD - Wonderland Childrens Play Gym, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield

CHILDREN’S SOFT PLAY CENTRE in Huddersfield

An exciting opportunity to acquire this delightful children's soft play centre which occupies a prime trading position in the heart of this charming Colne Valley town. The business premises are immaculate throughout and really must be seen to be appreciated. Our client’s business specialises in catering for babies and toddlers with a well thought out setup to allow parents and carers to sit in comfort while having full view of their children. Our clients operate three daily 90 minute pre-bookable sessions with private party sessions afterwards. The premises are held on lease with sensible rent and low overheads, comprising entrance reception, staircase to first floor play gym, cafe area seating 20 in comfort overlooking play frame and slides, sensory room, role play and dress up areas. Kitchen, store and WC. EPC Band A. Business on lease. Ref: 590855

Thursday, 15 January 2026

SOLD - East Ardsley Post Office, Wakefield

SUB POST OFFICE, NEWS, SWEETS & GREETING CARDS in West Yorkshire

This is a superb business and substantial property incorporating an investment property to the side. The concern is situated on a commanding main road trading position within a bustling shopping parade. The Post Office is worked in sensible hours. Our clients offer two adjoining freehold properties – one of which is occupied by our clients incorporating the Post Office and greeting card business and the family residence. The other property is leased out at £6,000 per annum and operates as a hair and beauty salon. This is a very solid business and property, which also includes six bedroom family accommodation. Combine this with the adjoining investment property and this is a proposition that is hard to beat. VIEWING HERE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO APPRECIATE THE QUALITY OF THIS CONCERN. Well fitted sales shop, modern Post Office department incorporating two fortress positions and one open unit, two store cellars. The private family accommodation is both spacious and offers very good family accommodation, comprising well fitted dining kitchen. First floor large lounge with formal dining area, four excellent bedrooms (master en-suite) and family bathroom. Second floor two dormer double bedrooms, office / study. Externally garden patio. Post Office sorting office, staff toilet, kitchenette. EPC Band D. Business & Property. Ref: 557988

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

SOLD - Knights of Pontefract Fish & Chips

CLOSED FISH AND CHIP RESTAURANT AND TAKEAWAY in Pontefract

A fantastic opportunity to acquire this immaculately presented town centre fish and chip restaurant and takeaway which is fit out to the highest of standards and really must be seen to be appreciated. The premises will be offered on a new secure lease with reasonable rent for such a prominent high street with very high footfall and is positioned adjacent to a Wetherspoon’s public house. The premises comprise of a glass fronted, fully tiled sales shop and outsales area overlooking a well fitted food preparation space with an array of quality stainless steel catering equipment including modern Florigo fish frying range. There is a separate restaurant area which seats 20 in comfort, with a customer WC. To the rear of the premises there is an additional food preparation room, again with further stainless steel catering equipment and refrigeration, potato rumbling room, pot wash, dry storage and staff WC. Business on lease. Ref: 590944

Wednesday, 7 January 2026

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Monday, 22 December 2025

SOLD - Peggy Tub Dry Cleaners & Launderette, Rothwell, Leeds

LAUNDERETTE in Leeds.

A fantastic opportunity to acquire this busy Launderette ideally positioned in the heart of this densely populated Leeds Township on a busy parade with ample parking in front. The business trades in sensible hours over six and a half day week and is run by our client and his family. Premises held on a secure lease with very low rent and comprise double fronted sales shop providing spacious launderette with seven washers and five dryers, further service room to the rear with ironing stations, storeroom, kitchen and WC. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 590890

Friday, 19 December 2025

SOLD - Flex Fitness Studio, Doncaster

GYM / FITNESS STUDIO in Doncaster

A wonderful opportunity to acquire this very well presented and equipped gym / fitness studio which must be seen to be fully appreciated. The business is well patronised and trades on an impressive reputation offering sessions both in small groups and also on a one to one personal training basis. Our client offers a various range of classes including circuit training, spin bike sessions, weightlifting sessions, strength and conditioning, boxercise and trampoline bounce sessions – these classes are all delivered on-site by our client with the assistance of six self-employed fitness instructors / personal trainers. Included within the sale is our clients booking site where customers can log on, book and pay for their sessions online. The premises are located within a modern business park just off a busy A Road and adjacent to a retail park, benefitting from easy parking. Our client is selling the business to concentrate on his other fitness studio closer to his home in West Yorkshire. The owner has enlisted a loyal customer base here along with a local triathlon team but scope exists to attract further members from local sports teams, running clubs etc by engaging more on social media sites, leaflet drops at local running events for example. This is a great opportunity for an energetic and enterprising new owner with interests in the fitness industry establish a foothold and build on the core business with possibly a fresher new look and focus on effective promotion and marketing of the gym and fitness centre. The premises are held on lease and are incredibly well-presented throughout and comprise ground floor fitness studio with an array of quality fitness equipment including weights, weight lifting machines, resistance machines, spin bikes etc. Store room and WC. Door to rear car park. Storage shed. The premises benefit from an alarm system and three-phase electric supply. Business on lease. Ref: 590991

Wednesday, 17 December 2025

SOLD - Wilnecote Fish Bar, Tamworth, Staffordshire

FISH AND CHIPS TAKEAWAY in Tamworth

A rare opportunity to acquire a well established fish and chips shop, situated just off the main road in a large suburban area in this major West Midlands town. Understood to be at this location for approximately 100 years and successfully operated by our client’s family for over 40 years, who now plan to retire. They serve a traditional fish and chip shop menu with the addition of kebabs, burgers and chicken. The premises are an extended detached property with approximately 121 sq m (1,309 sq ft) of internal area. It consists of sales shop with customer waiting area, frying area with two-pan range, preparation kitchen, potato preparation room, internal access to garage used as a stock room, store room and office / kitchenette area. Upstairs there are two rooms and a bathroom that have potential to be converted to accommodation. EPC Band D. Business & Property. Ref: 590495

Monday, 15 December 2025

SOLD - Schofields the Deli, Castleford

SANDWICH BAR AND DELI in Castleford

We are delighted to bring to market this fabulous sandwich and Deli bar which occupies a prime trading position in Castleford’s bustling Town centre. Situated on the main shopping precinct with the main carparks close by guarantees a steady stream of footfall every day. The business is run by our client with the assistance of two members of staff and trades under an excellent reputation. Run in very easy hours over a 5-day week, there is scope to open earlier to attract the commuters and breakfast trade. Given its excellent trading position the potential of opening later would be a option the increase the sales. Premiss held on Lease & briefly compromises – Well-presented, air-conditioned sales shop which is superbly fitted and equipped. There is excellent refrigeration and a pot wash area to the rear with WC and office.

Very sensibly priced for a quick sale. We highly recommend to view early.

Business on lease. Ref: 590942

Thursday, 11 December 2025

SOLD - Runcorn Post Office, Runcorn, Cheshire

POST OFFICE in Cheshire

An exciting opportunity to acquire this busy mains Post Office occupying a prime trading position in the heart of this Cheshire shopping mall with its free customer car park. The premises occupy a corner unit within the mall with neighbouring tenants including many blue chip operators such as Costa Coffee, Specsavers and Argos - incredibly high footfall area. Sensibly priced for quick sale. The premises are held on a secure lease with reasonable rent for such a prominent trading position, comprising large walk round store at present very underutilised including large refrigerated section - at present, our clients only offer a limited range of stationery and household goods - oozing potential for full convenience store. Three position Post Office retail counter with Bureau de Change. Second retail counter at present not used. Store room, kitchenette and WC. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 590584

Wednesday, 3 December 2025

SOLD - Haley & Clifford Coffee Shop, Leeds

CAFE / BAR in Leeds.

Situated in a prime location on one of Leeds premier addresses in this upmarket suburb with a constant high footfall of potential customers. The business is situated on a bustling shopping parade with free car parking outside and lots of unrestricted free parking on surrounding streets. The business benefits from having an alcohol licence meaning alcohol can be served during the day but also provides opportunity for the business to open evenings with the introduction of a supper club, theme nights etc. The licensing hours are Monday to Saturday 8am to 11pm and Sunday 10am to 10.30pm. Currently run totally by staff, this business would really benefit from full time working owner to really exploit the potential on offer - VIEWING ESSENTIAL. Comprising cafe area seating 24 with ease plus external seating area which is extremely popular in the summer months, serving counter with coffee machine and glass display counters, rear kitchen / prep area. Basement with further kitchen area, beer store and large storage areas, toilet. Business on lease. Ref: 590949

Friday, 28 November 2025

SOLD - Kirkby Motors Vehicle Repairs Garage & Petrol Station, Ripon.

VEHICLE REPAIRS GARAGE AND FUEL STATION in North Yorkshire

Thriving vehicle servicing and MOT business in the heart of this idyllic and affluent North Yorkshire village. Fuel sales monopoly from pumps that are self-service with card only, pay-at-pump payment system.

Flat site of approximately 0.2 acres, with a detached, light industrial building comprising of a customer reception, managers office, staff toilet and workshop with two 4,000kg two-post lifts and one TI Bradbury four-post lift. Rolling road and MOT testing bay. Tyre machine and wheel balancing area. Tool shop area. Steps to storage above reception / office. Full height sliding doors allowing for taller vehicles. Oil fired heating system. Externally: Car wash bay. Vehicle storage area. Lots of parking for customers cars. Fuel pump island with unleaded petrol and diesel pumps. Coal bunker. Steel, shipping container for storage.

The property has been in the same family ownership since 1985 and the service garage has served the community faithfully since the 1960's. The business and valuable property is only now offered for sale due to the owners wish to retire. With a very successful trading history spanning many years, the business is synonymous with quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. The business is run primarily by the owner and one other full-time, fully skilled technician, with some part-time office help. Business & Property. Ref: 590097

Tuesday, 25 November 2025

SOLD - Oakwood Post Office, Derby

POST OFFICE in Derby

An excellent opportunity to acquire a busy Post Office based in a large residential area in this East Midlands City. Situated on a purpose built shopping centre with an abundance of free on-site parking and a variety of independent and well known shops and eateries providing good levels of footfall. The Post Office has been established at this location for over 40 years and has been successfully operated by our clients for the past three years. In that time they have made improvements to the merchandising and layout to drive more retail sales with plans to introduce hot food. The store trades as a general convenience store, off licence, newsagents and Lottery outlet and they also stock gifts and cards.

The premises comprise of approximately 83 sq m (893 sq ft) of internal area and consists of a main retail walk around store with fitted displays and chiller units and combi counter, two position open Post Office counter and one fortress position, stock room, kitchenette and WC. There is a first floor which is used for storage which has scope to be converted into office space (subject to the necessary consents). Outside there is an abundance of on-site free parking. Business on lease. Ref: 590148

Friday, 21 November 2025

SOLD - The Round Emporium Discount Warehouse, Doncaster

DISCOUNT WAREHOUSE in South Yorkshire

This old established general cash and carry business supplies a wide range of products including foodstuffs, soft drinks, confectionery, pet foods, tools and hardware to retailers, catering trade and the general public. It has been in the same hands for circa 30 years and has proved itself to be very profitable for our clients who are now reluctantly offering the business for sale due to retirement. Run by our clients with the assistance of a small team of staff and all of the necessary contacts to ensure the future success of the business, all of which will be passed over to the new owner. Situated just off this busy South Yorkshire city centre, this is an excellent opportunity for a new owner to build on these solid foundations and continue to drive the business forward. The premises briefly comprise ground floor warehouse offering a sales floor of circa 5,800 square feet with first floor storage facilities and private office. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 590260

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

SOLD - Former Dental Practice, Leeds

FORMER DENTAL PRACTICE in Leeds

A unique opportunity to acquire this former dental practice occupying an excellent position on one of Leeds’ busiest and most well-known roads, opposite Tesco Express and Aldi supermarket - high foot traffic location. The site is passed by over 13,000 vehicles every day (according to the Department for Transport) and is surrounded by houses whilst benefitting from plenty of roadside parking. The premises offer four large dental treatment rooms and would obviously suit a dental surgery practice or other similar medical practice (aesthetics, doctors surgery, opticians, veterinarians, treatment rooms etc). Alternatively, the property would be suitable for a variety of other uses and potential conversation to residential housing or HMO (subject to any necessary consents) due to the property having four entrances and two separate staircases.

Substantial property offering main entrance door from Dewsbury Road. As you come through the door, to left hand side, is the spacious patient reception / waiting area with staff desk, large store cupboard and disabled WC off. From the main entrance, to the right is a large dental surgery room. To the rear is a staff room with a very well fitted kitchen off and access to Back Linden Grove. Beyond the staff room is a further dental treatment room and side access to Linden Grove. The property benefits from two separate cellars. One accessed from behind the reception desk and the other from the staff room. The first floor comprises two further dental treatment rooms plus large room with worktops and head height cupboards (scope for further treatment room). Store room. WC with bath and wash hand basin. Second floor, two attic rooms. Two additional rooms accessed via a second staircase from the first floor. The premises benefit from new LED panel lighting throughout, CCTV cameras, fire and intruder alarms. Freehold property. Ref: 590336

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Monday, 17 November 2025

SOLD - Knead by Ricci, Halifax

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN PIZZERIA AND COCKTAIL BAR in Halifax

Ernest Wilsons are delighted to bring to market this immaculately presented and well respected authentic Italian pizzeria and cocktail bar which occupies a truly prime trading position within the heart of this popular location and in close proximity to car parks together with ample roadside parking. The premises are exceptionally well fit throughout with no expense spared and really must be seen to be appreciated. The business was established in 2021, during which time it has built up a strong reputation with a loyal customer base. Our client has a young family and other business interests meaning that this concern is operated completely by staff with a management team in place and trading in relatively limited hours over five day week - ideal for an enthusiastic owner operator to take the reins and build on the already solid foundations here. Professional and functional website in place which facilitates online bookings. In addition to the traditional restaurant offering, the business also provides takeaway via Deliveroo and Just Eat platforms.

The substantial corner premises are held on a secure 15 year lease with sensible rent for such a prominent town centre trading position and comprise:

Ground floor reception and delicatessen offering a variety of authentic Mediterranean food and drink. Bar counter area leading to spacious 36 cover restaurant overlooking open kitchen. The kitchen is incredibly well equipped including imported authentic pizza brick oven.

Lower ground floor provides an additional seating area for a further 24 customers in comfort together with relaxing bar lounge seating area, in front of an impressive cocktail bar. Ladies and gents WC. To the rear is further food preparation kitchen sporting large dough mixer and pasta machine, store rooms, staff changing rooms and WC. Business on lease. Ref: 590547