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Monday, 27 July 2026

SOLD - Lime Lounge Coffee Lounge, Bakewell

LICENSED COFFEE SHOP in Bakewell

We are delighted to present this immaculately maintained and beautifully appointed licensed coffee shop, ideally situated in the bustling centre of Bakewell - one of the Peak District’s most popular tourist destinations. This business enjoys a prime location that benefits from high footfall year-round, making it an attractive proposition for any aspiring or experienced operator. Successfully operated by our client since 2021, the coffee shop has demonstrated consistent growth, with turnover increasing year on year. Currently, the business is managed entirely by a team of dedicated staff due to the owner’s other commitments, offering a fantastic opportunity for a more hands-on operator to take the reins and further develop this already flourishing enterprise. Currently, the business operates during easy daytime hours only, despite holding a full license until 10pm. This presents a significant opportunity to extend trading hours into the evening, introduce new offerings such as themed events or private functions, and substantially increase revenue. This is a rare chance to acquire a well-established, turnkey business with enormous potential for growth. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the quality and opportunity on offer. The property is held on a secure lease and comprise, ground floor spacious and inviting coffee shop accommodating 42 covers indoors, complemented by an additional 12 alfresco seats for outdoor dining. The layout includes a well-designed service counter and servery area, leading to a generously sized, well-equipped commercial kitchen. Additional facilities include a storeroom and staff WC, along with two customer WCs for convenience. First floor offers the owner’s private living accommodation featuring a modern kitchen, comfortable lounge, bathroom, and one double bedroom. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 591341

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Wednesday, 22 July 2026

SOLD - Craven Stationery, Skipton

STATIONERS, OFFICE SUPPLIES AND PHOTOCOPYING / PRINTING in Skipton

An opportunity to acquire this independent family stationer and managed print specialist owned by the same family since 1991 that boasts a fabulous reputation. For over 30 years the business has provided fantastic, old-fashioned personal service to the community, offering a wide range of quality products for the home, office, and creative projects. The business also boasts a managed print size for small to medium sized projects whether this is printing flyers, new menus for restaurants or one of bespoke jobs which many of the local businesses have relied on for many years. This part of the business over the last few years has grown enormously yet still offers plenty of potential to increase further with some local marketing. In addition, the business has an online shop and whilst this brings in a number of sales, it could do so much more with a new, enthusiastic owner to modernise the website, increase SEO etc. This is a unique business that has a number of income streams retail sales / managed print / online sales.. Owned by the same family since 1991, the business is only being sold due to our clients recent bereavement and offers a new owner a fabulously profitable business which could do so much more. Full training and handover will be provided.

Large sales area with specialised display areas including Pilot, Parker pens, paper blanks, Filofax, HP inks. Second sales area comprising further stationery, office products etc. Counter area with two serving points with rear work area including an array of commercial equipment including printers, guillotine, laminators, computers with design software and much more. Further office / work area. Staff toilet. Also included in the sale is a delivery van. EPC Band C.

Monday, 20 July 2026

SOLD - Annfield Plain Post Office, Stanley, County Durham

MAINS POST OFFICE WITH SIZEABLE RESIDENCE in Stanley

For those searching for a good Post Office business with good PO salary / commission and a very spacious family sized home - this is the one. This property and business represent tremendous value for money and is priced to sell quickly, as the owners wish to retire after 20 years’ service to the community. Located in Annfield Plain, a pleasant village and community in County Durham, just 2.5 miles from Stanley to the north-east, and 5 miles to Consett in the west.

The Business: This is a Mains Post Office in a busy and densely populated area. The Post Office has 3 counters. Services being offered include ATM, some Foreign Exchange (mainly Euro and Dollar) and they are about to be set up for Passport application processing. The shop offers a range of stationery, cards and gift items and also Lottery and PayZone transactions. Enterprising new owners could easily extend the retail premises into the ground floor portion of the residence if they so wished, as space is abundant and hardly utilised.

The Property: Single fronted, two-storey plus attic, stone-built property with long single storey extension to the rear. Ground floor lock-up retail shop with security roller shutters and external ATM. Entry to retail shop and two station Post Office counter. Security door to rear of Post Office counter and an additional door leading to the private residence, which has a lounge diner to the main building and pitched roof adding an additional dining room and well-fitted modern kitchen to the ground floor. Rear access to yard with electric roller shutter. In the main house there is a staircase leading to three double bedrooms and a house bathroom. A second set of stairs leads to an impressive and spacious, open plan, attic conversion. The property benefits from having been re-roofed some seven years ago and new electric roller shutters to the front of the shop and the rear yard have been recently installed. Business on lease. Ref: 587289

Friday, 17 July 2026

SOLD - Carpenters Arms, Ossett

TOWN CENTRE PROMINENT FREEHOLD BAR AND RESTAURANT in Ossett

A well-known venue in the town centre. A huge, no expense spared refurbishment project resulted in a modern bar and bistro whilst respectfully maintaining a number of the original features. The original brewhouse dates back to 1768 whilst the cottages date further back still. The bar and restaurant was leased to a management team until recently, but is now available with vacant possession. Although currently closed, the venue remains comprehensively fitted and equipped and is in turn-key ready condition to open its doors and trade. Under its original ownership, the business was the most popular drinking and dining venue in Ossett town centre, and with little effort would quickly re-establish itself as the main draw in the town. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial freehold, free of tie, licensed property which could be leased to competent new tenants for a rental return, or run by owner operators. Of interest to breweries, craft ale producers, pub groups or a food led team of professionals, as well as commercial property landlords looking for an excellent return on capital invested.

THE PROPERTY - Probably the best location in the town centre as it has profiles from both the town main public car parks, as well as from the pedestrianised shopping and market precincts on Bank Street. The Bank Street entrance enjoys a huge private outside forecourt capable of accommodating scores of customers during those warmer months. The property has a total floor area of circa 321 sq m (3,455 sq ft) and includes a bar and restaurant with commercially equipped catering kitchen on the ground floor, plus an elaborate central feature staircase to the restaurants upper floor. There is potential to extend the restaurant through to provide a private dining room on the first floor. Ancillary areas include customer and staff toilets and managers office. EPC Band B.

Freehold property. Ref: 590628

Wednesday, 15 July 2026

SOLD - Starbeck Deli, Newcastle

SANDWICH BAR in Newcastle

An exciting opportunity to acquire a well-established sandwich bar occupying a prime corner position in the heart of Newcastle’s vibrant student district. Just moments from the university and surrounded by professional offices - including solicitors and accountants - the business enjoys a loyal and growing customer base, offering excellent potential for further development. Only ill health forces this reluctant sale. The premises are well-equipped for in-house baking and outside catering, together with wonderful potential to remove an interior wall to make a larger cafe area (subject to any necessary consents). Operating in sensible daytime hours over seven days per week, the business offers scope for extended opening times in to weekday evenings and a focused push on outside catering to significantly boost revenue. The premises are held on secure lease with reasonable rent and comprise corner property providing jewel aspect sale shop, customer waiting area and servery. Preparation kitchen with an array of quality catering equipment and good extraction system. Additional large food preparation area with three deck baking oven and further extraction. Office and dry store area. WC. Enclosed yard to rear. Business on lease. Ref: 591203

Monday, 13 July 2026

SOLD - West Burton Village Shop and Tearoom, Leyburn

SHOP AND CAFE in North Yorkshire

Super opportunity to acquire this delightful village stores and tea room in a beautiful village close to Wensleydale, located approximately 6 miles southwest of Leyburn. This is the only general stores / off licence in the village, so enjoys a monopoly position and operates on a fantastic gross profit margin. The retail side of the business operates as a general grocery and convenience store and has a long and established trading history in the local community. In addition to the community itself, the business also serves the nearby villages, none of which has a local shop. The business would in our opinion, benefit substantially from an injection of stock. The tearoom is currently underutilised and offers tremendous potential to new hands-on owners for additional income through extending the menu, additional marketing and offering a breakfast menu throughout the main visitor season. The village receives a high number of visitors, both on day trips and those staying in rented self-catering cottages in the village and local bed and breakfasts. The area is also renowned and popular amongst walkers and cyclists who frequent the village and regularly use the local businesses. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED and the premises briefly comprise: double-fronted retail unit with an open aspect directly facing the village green, sales shop which is very well presented and fitted and customer / staff WC. The tearoom is self-contained with direct access from the village green, although the two parts of the business have joint access internally. The tearoom is currently laid out to seat 6, however, it has previously seated double that. During its past trading activity the tea room has been used successfully for the sale of gifts, crafts and the work of local photographers and these options could be freely explored again by new owners. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 591155

Friday, 10 July 2026

SOLD - Becketts Military, Country and adventure business, Norfolk

MILITARY, COUNTRY AND ADVENTURE BUSINESS in Norfolk.

Superb double-fronted, single-storey retail unit on a busy A-Road in Norfolk. A long-standing local specialist, it trades from its established shop while operating a strong direct-to-consumer website that now drives most sales. The business runs on easy hours over a six-day week. A buyer will acquire a business that successfully blends traditional retail with a well-developed e-commerce platform. Trading as a Military, Country and Adventure store since the 1970s, the business has grown into a national stockist for specialist outdoor and military lines. Its hybrid retail/online model has enabled consistent growth and adaptability. Around 65% of sales are generated online, with the shop serving as a local showroom, collection point and fulfilment hub. Run by the owner with one member of staff, the business operates efficiently with low overheads. There is substantial scope for further growth, as the company does not currently trade on marketplaces such as eBay or Amazon. Listing on these platforms, along with modest investment in digital marketing and product range expansion, could significantly increase revenue without major capital costs. The double fronted, retail layout, provides practical retail flexibility: the space works as a single cohesive shopfloor with room for feature displays, branded bays and a counter / packing area for online order processing. The double frontage enhances window display potential on a busy arterial route into the city, increasing impulse and drive-by visibility for both walk-in customers and passing traffic. That physical presence combined with a nationally searchable website creates an effective dual channel for conversions and customer retention. This is an attractive opportunity for an operator seeking a manageable retail base with a proven online engine. As most sales come via the website, the business could also be relocated anywhere in the UK. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 591311

Tuesday, 7 July 2026

SOLD - Gardening round, West Yorkshire

GARDENING ROUND, Run from Home in West Yorkshire

A rare opportunity to acquire this well-established, family-run gardening business, successfully operated by our clients for the past 16 years. Based in West Yorkshire, the business serves a loyal and long-standing customer base within a 5-mile radius of the owners' home. Currently servicing over 70 regular customers, the business offers a full range of general gardening and maintenance services, including lawn mowing, weeding, pruning, planting, hedge trimming, as well as garden clearing and cleaning. With strong local demand, work is frequently turned away - presenting excellent growth potential for ambitious new owners. Our clients are now seeking a well-earned retirement, creating an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic individual or team to build on the solid foundations already in place. The business would suit a passionate gardener or act as a valuable addition to an existing gardening or landscaping operation. Mobile business. Ref: 591185

Business Highlights:

Trades just five days a week, typically between 8.30am and 2pm

Closed entirely during January and February

Very Low Overheads

No advertising, website, or significant social media presence - offering huge marketing potential

Easily re-locatable within the region

Work vehicle available by separate negotiation EPC Exempt.

Thursday, 2 July 2026

SOLD - La Besi Restaurant, Leeds

RESTAURANT AND PIZZA TAKEAWAY in Leeds

An opportunity to acquire this outstanding restaurant and pizza takeaway situated in what can only be described as one of the best sites in the whole of Leeds - A PRIME SITE. The business is easily operated with minimal staff and has a very healthy weekly turnover. Offered on a new lease with sensible rent and comprises of a reception leading to the outsales and servery sporting a quality coffee machine, restaurant seating 36 people. To the rear is a very well fitted commercial kitchen with extraction, toilet and wash hand basin. First floor store room. To the front is a decked patio with a further 18 covers. Two private car parking spaces to the rear. Business on lease. Ref: 590922

Tuesday, 30 June 2026

SOLD - Pudding Lab Cafe/Coffee Shop, Harrogate

CAFE / COFFEE SHOP / DELI in Harrogate

This attractive, superbly located cafe coffee shop underwent a floor to ceiling total refurbishment just 12 months ago and has been a huge success since opening. It is only being sold due to the owners having to dedicate all of their time to their rapidly expanding patisserie production facility. Located on the busiest part of this high street in the centre of Harrogate and surrounded by complimenting independent business, the footfall here from both locals and tourists is abundant all year around. Fully fitted and equipped and needing no additional capital investing, this is an exciting turn-key and trade opportunity. The cafe also benefits from its own designated outdoor pavement seating area for 12 customers and rare free street parking. The business name is a separate, trademarked entity involved in food production and therefore the tradename is not included in the sale. This does not however impact the goodwill and natural footfall through the doors of the business. Our clients are happy to continue to supply the new owners with patisserie products if they wish.

Attractive and highly visible shop frontage. Entry to order counter with large, contemporary, glass, chilled and back lit deli display unit. Open plan with ground floor seating for six, plus short steps to upper seating area for at least 14 customers. Directly behind the service counter there is a short step down to the food prep room. Single customer / staff WC. One private parking space to the rear of the premises is included in the lease. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 591280

Thursday, 25 June 2026

SOLD - Former RAFA Bar/Social Club, Batley

FORMER BAR / SOCIAL CLUB in Batley

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to acquire a substantial and imposing freehold commercial property, prominently positioned in the heart of Batley’s vibrant and bustling town centre. This striking building occupies a prime location and offers expansive internal accommodation arranged over three floors. Having traded for many years as the Batley and Birstall Royal Air Force Association social club, the property is now offered with vacant possession and presents a rare chance for investors, developers, or owner-occupiers to repurpose a characterful premises in a strategic location with lots of nearby parking.

The size, layout, and character of the property make it suitable for a wide range of potential uses, subject to any necessary planning consents. These could include a licensed restaurant or bar, an events or wedding venue, a furniture or carpet showroom, a community or cultural centre, or a residential conversion into apartments. The scale and flexibility of the premises make it an ideal canvas for redevelopment or repositioning.

Batley is an expanding town in West Yorkshire, strategically located close to both the M62 and M1 motorways, allowing easy access to Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield and Huddersfield. The town also benefits from a nearby railway station, enhancing its connectivity and appeal to commuters and visitors alike. The area continues to undergo investment and regeneration, increasing demand for quality commercial and residential space.

The ground floor comprises a welcoming reception area leading into a substantial bar and lounge space, extending to approximately 156.5 square metres. This space is divided into two distinct areas, both served by a central bar. Also on the ground floor is a kitchen (13.6 square metres), separate ladies and gents WC facilities, and a beer cellar / storage area located behind the bar.

To the rear, a staircase leads to a mezzanine landing, which features a fire exit and an alternative disabled entrance. This level also includes a ladies WC and a dedicated disabled WC. A wheelchair lift provides access to the first floor, where a large dance hall with its own bar, seating areas and a spacious dance floor with raised stage is located. This space totals approximately 176.8 square metres and includes storage areas behind the bar. A further staircase leads back down to the main reception area.

The second floor provides additional space, including a former committee room that is currently used for storage, along with further ancillary storage rooms.

This is a truly unique opportunity to acquire a large, centrally located property in a well-connected and growing town. The freehold sale represents excellent value for money and offers significant potential for redevelopment or re-use. Early viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the scale, flexibility and potential this site offers. EPC Band D. Freehold property. Ref: 591176

Monday, 22 June 2026

SOLD - Premier Express - Stewarts Convenience Store, Buxton, Derbyshire

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in Derbyshire

Exciting opportunity to acquire this thriving convenience store in this much sought after spa town in the High Peak of Derbyshire, surrounded by housing and with stunning accommodation which really must be seen to be appreciated. The business is run in relatively standard hours for the trade but closes at 7pm daily and 5pm on Sundays, offering some scope to increase by opening later into the evenings. Impressive turnover and with increased margins since the last accounts, the business offers a great opportunity for a new owner to take it to the next level. VIEWING ESSENTIAL. Freehold premises which briefly comprises spacious, well fitted and air conditioned sales shop with good counter and stock room to the rear, staff WC. Private accommodation consists impressive, fully fitted kitchen with island and dining area and pantry off. WC. Storage area. First floor tastefully decorated lounge, two good bedrooms, shower room and separate WC. Externally, parking to front and side. Business & Property. Ref: 590884

Friday, 19 June 2026

SOLD - Hama Korean Restaurant, Roundhay, Leeds

PRESTIGIOUS RESTAURANT in Leeds

Purpose built, highly prominent, architecturally award winning 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. This restaurant and bar, located at the foot of famous Roundhay Park, is a highly regarded Korean restaurant, only being offered for sale now due to the owners health. The restaurant is very contemporary with incredible architectural design features and is certainly suitable for any manner of operation, theme or cuisine. The venue really needs to be viewed to be fully appreciated, as it is probably the most unique restaurant in the north of England, capable of coping with a high volume of food service. Ideally our client wishes to transfer over the business in the form of a 100% share sale of his limited company.

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 up to 120 customers over two floors (currently spaced out to comfortably seat 80). Hugely attractive open-air terraces on ground and upper floors with views over the parkland and bustling Oakwood village. These open-air seating terraces and balconies will easily accommodate an additional 80 customers. Business on lease. Ref: 591366

Wednesday, 17 June 2026

SOLD - Jade Windows Double Glazing Manufacturers & Installation business, Batley

DOUBLE GLAZING MANUFACTURER AND INSTALLATION BUSINESS in Batley.

Well established, family business trading on an excellent reputation, manufacturing high quality UPVC and aluminium frames whilst buying in the double glazing sealed units and installing them both together. The business was established circa 30 years ago and has grown into a highly profitable business with a fabulous turnover on latest available accounts. The business has been in our clients family since it was founded in the mid 1990’s and has showed continuing, recent growth with the majority of the business to an extensive, commercial client base within varied sectors including healthcare and education.

Run by our client who is prepared remain either within an operational management role or as a consultant for a period of up to two years following completion, (terms by negotiation) if required by the successful purchaser. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable manufacturing business with a competent workforce both within the manufacturing facility and fitters. Operated from ideal and extensive premises within West Yorkshire which are held on lease and which offer a particularly large range of high quality, fixtures, fittings, plant and equipment which our client has continued to invest into, even quite recently to ensure that the business is in good shape to take advantage of growth opportunities. The premises offer impressive offices, showroom and extensive workshop manufacturing facilities. This is an ideal acquisition for a larger double glazing business or other corporate where they would be synergies between the two and opportunities to cross sell products / services. Accounts are available to genuinely interested parties upon completion of an NDA. Business & Property. Ref: 591141

Monday, 15 June 2026

SOLD - Parkers Newsagents, Whittlesey, Peterborough

NEWSAGENTS in Peterborough

Superb newsagents occupying a prominent pitch in Whittlesey which is approximately five miles to the south east of Peterborough. The business occupies an excellent trading position fronting onto a busy thoroughfare. Firmly rooted in the town’s everyday life with the usual products and services associated with a newsagents, including being a Lotto outlet, the shop’s central position provides excellent visibility to passing footfall and vehicles and places it close to the town square and other long-standing independents that collectively draw regular shoppers into the heart of Whittlesey. Inside, the retail space is arranged in a traditional newsagent layout with a sales area that is used for counter sales, display of national and local newspapers and magazines, confectionery, greeting cards and convenience items. The business’s trading performance is robust and takes a substantial weekly turnover that is underpinned by excellent news-sheet sales from the counter and a dependable local delivery network of 16 rounds. This combination of a high-value counter and an established rounds operation creates a resilient cashflow profile - newspaper purchasers and regular household deliveries provide daily recurring revenue while confectionery, cards and other front-of-store items add margin and footfall conversion. The rounds are an asset in their own right, they represent a recurring contact list and route density that a new owner can leverage immediately.

Held on a lease and property perspective the shop is let on a 15 year lease from 2016 the premises provide good commercial space and a three bedroom flat above. Operationally the business runs with a tight, experienced team - the current staffing comprises four part-time employees who assist the owner in the day to day running of the business. There are several tangible opportunities for growth and value enhancement. In the short term, careful merchandising of the front counter and expansion of convenience lines could lift average transaction values further. Scope to improve online visibility and explore click-and-collect services that link website orders to in-store collection. The residential accommodation also offers on site living to reduce personal travel time and overheads for an owner-operator.

The newsagents itself is the subject of ongoing local interest and occasional redevelopment proposals that aim to preserve the town centre’s retail role while refreshing dated elements - an important factor for any buyer because it underlines the council’s attention to the area’s long-term vitality and the advantage of holding a well-positioned unit on the main shopping street. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 591330

Thursday, 11 June 2026

SOLD - Old Town Post Office & Coffee House, Wadsworth, Hebden Bridge

POST OFFICE, COFFEE HOUSE AND SELF-CONTAINED ACCOMMODATION in Hebden Bridge

An exciting opportunity to acquire this charming village Post Office and coffee house which has become a community hub. Located in a highly desirable village, next door to a primary school, recently rated outstanding by OFSTED (November 2023), just above the beautiful town of Hebden Bridge with spectacular moorland views. The business here is so much more than a shop. It has become a vital hub for the community and is much valued and supported by both the local and wider community. It also benefits from passing trade, walkers, cyclists and tourists. On top of the net profit, there is also an additional £10,000 annual income from the rental of the flat. Scope here to boost the current turnover and profits by opening longer hours, Sunday openings and / or letting out the flat as a holiday let / Airbnb (subject to any necessary consents). The premises have undergone an extensive refurbishment with no expense spared and really must be seen to be appreciated.

THE PREMISES

The substantial stone built property comprise:

Ground floor Local Post Office and walk round sales shop. The shop is stylish well stocked including lots of local products such as locally baked sourdough bread. Adjacent is a charming village coffee shop providing 14 covers, counter area leading to well-equipped open plan kitchen area. The shop retails a host of local products and entertains art exhibitions by local artists and one off events.

Lower ground floor provides good secure dry storage.

The newly refurbished self-contained private accommodation comprises open plan kitchen / lounge, two bedrooms and combined bathroom. The accommodation offers lots of natural light with spectacular views and sunsets and would be ideal either for owner occupier or to be sub-let. Alternatively the site would lend itself as a holiday let / Airbnb opportunity.

Externally is a delightful rear garden with additional tables and chairs for 14 customers. Free public car park opposite.

We are told by our client, that as a rural necessity, the concern is exempt from business rates.

Business on lease. Ref: 590675

Monday, 8 June 2026

SOLD - Toast Coffee & Cakes, Normanton

COFFEE AND CAKES in Normanton

Situated on a busy road in the centre of Normanton up to 90 minutes free parking nearby, making this a high footfall area. The business has been established for seven years and has a loyal customer base who appreciate the relaxed vibe and quality food and drinks offered here. Run by the owner with part time staff in easy hours over five days (closed Sunday and Monday), this is the ideal business for someone to build on the current trade and if required introduce a wider food offering and / or theme nights, private parties etc. This is a lovely business which is only being sold due to the owners ill health and priced sensibly for a quick sale - VIEWING RECOMMENDED. The premises comprises of a well-furnished tea room seating area for up 20 customers with ease, located in front of the open kitchen / prep area with modern two-station La Spaziale coffee machine. Separate prep / baking area. Hall leading to toilet and further pot wash area. Externally to the rear is a delightful sun trap with seating for up to a further ten customers. Two car parking spaces at the rear. Large cellar area which is used for storage but could be further utilised if required. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 591076

Friday, 5 June 2026

SOLD - Trophies & Engraving, Harrogate

TROPHIES AND ENGRAVING BUSINESS in Harrogate

Established back in 1983, this well-known Harrogate business enjoys a monopoly within a wide catchment area. Customers have been known to travel 30 miles or more to use the services the shop provides. Much of the shops custom is derived by way of repeat business from schools and sports clubs, but a range of gifts and engraving services is also a big part of the business. Run and operated by a husband and wife, the very personalised service has become a much valued one by residents and visitors to this famous spa town. The shop only trades four days a week from 11am to 4pm, keeping it just below the VAT threshold. This is truly an outstanding business for the first time business owner or someone looking to set their own hours as they move toward retirement. New owners have the opportunity to claw back all of their original investment within a year of taking over the business. The owners had no previous experience in a similar field prior to investing in this business, but it is not a difficult or complex skill to learn. and anyone with an eye for detail will quickly be up to speed, especially given the owners are happy to transfer their knowledge and expertise to the buyer over a transitionary handover period. The business has been located at this premises since its inception and is therefore well-recognised by returning customers. Overheads are low here at just £230 a week including rent and insurance. Single storey lock-up premises with showroom and sales counter, plus workshop to the rear and staff WC. The workshop is fully equipped with a range of traditional engraving equipment. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 591370