Ernest Wilson - Nobody Sells Businesses Better!: February 2019

Thursday, 28 February 2019

SOLD - The Cafe Leon, Driffield

CAFÉ AND TEA ROOMS in Driffield

What a super opportunity to acquire this beautifully presented café which our client has owned and operated since 1998. The business is ideally located at the heart of the beautiful market town in East Yorkshire, amongst a host of well-established local and national operators. The business trades only five days per week and is only open 26 hours per week yet still achieves an enviable weekly turnover. Low overheads and the security of a new lease (subject to landlords consent). Stunning 62 cover café with beautiful décor in an excellent traditional style with tiled flooring, feature lighting and marble table tops. To the rear is a tasteful counter area with well fitted commercial kitchen offset. WC’s. Separate washing up area, staff room / store, utility room and second floor storage. Air conditioning and central heating. Business on lease. Ref: 581722

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Wednesday, 27 February 2019

SOLD - Freehold Workshop & Office, Gildersome, Leeds

FREEHOLD WORKSHOP & OFFICE (120 SQ M) in Leeds.

Superbly presented two storey workshop and office premises which is ideally located close to junction 27 of the M62 motorway and the Leeds Ring Road. The property was constructed in 2012 when our clients took occupation. The business is relocating therefore the property is being sold with vacant possession. The overheads are very modest and this property would suit a number of different business types. Very well presented and maintained. We highly recommend viewing. The property is located on this busy business park and briefly comprise pedestrian access and roller shutter doors to the ground floor, workshop with single store room, staircase to large open plan office with kitchen facilities and WC. Two car parking spaces. Freehold property. Ref: 581755

Tuesday, 26 February 2019

SOLD - The White Rabbit Bar, Leeds

BAR, West Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this city centre bar situated in a prime trading position being surrounded by 1000’s of offices and commerce. The bar is worked over six days and offers so much potential for very much more. This site could take the big money only needs enthusiastic new owners at the helm. Would benefit from the addition of food. PRICED TO SELL The premises are held on a secure lease with very sensible rent for City Centre and briefly comprise reception and open plan unit incorporating feature bar, standing and seating area, spacious lounge area, fitted kitchen (currently unused), refrigerated beer room. Business on lease. Ref: 581636

Monday, 25 February 2019

SOLD - VML Clothing, Leeds

CLOTHING MANUFACTURER, West Yorkshire

A very well established concern manufacturing school uniforms, work uniforms plus much more. The business has been established over 36 years and is oozing potential for so much more – only needs enthusiastic new owners at the helm. The business is worked in very easy hours only four days per week – longer hours would benefit this concern. VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL – VERY SENSIBLY PRICED TO SELL TO INCLUDE ALL FIXTURES FITTINGS AND PATTERNS. The premises are held on a secure lease with very low rent and comprise reception leading to the open plan sewing room which is very well equipped with an array of sewing machines and equipment. Business on lease. Ref: 581487

Thursday, 21 February 2019

SOLD - Plimsoll Street Fisheries, Bradford

CLOSED FISH & CHIPS SHOP in Bradford

Ernest Wilson are pleased to offer this fully fitted fish and chip premises to let. The premises will be held on a new secure lease with sensible rent and provide a fantastic opportunity for a new operator to develop a good business here. Situated in a densely populated area surrounded by chimney pots and only five minutes away from Bradford city centre. The premises comprise sales shop including two pan counter range, preparation kitchen. Basement rumbling room, dry store and WC .The accommodation is self-contained and provides three bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom and is currently vacant. New lease available. Ref: 583038

Wednesday, 20 February 2019

SOLD - Car Sales & Valeting Pitch, Huddersfield

CAR SALES & VALETING PITCH in Huddersfield.

This is a truly rare opportunity to acquire this impressive site on the outskirts of Huddersfield for an EXCEPTIONALLY LOW INVESTMENT. There is currently an existing car valeting and car sales business run from these premises and it is intended that he will continue to run this business until a new tenant is found before taking retirement. THIS SHOULD PROVIDE A NEW OWNER THE OPPORTUNITY TO ‘HIT THE GROUND RUNNING’. Huge scope here to substantially enhance the car sales offering that is currently provided by the existing tenant with better signage and promotion. The premises occupy A PRIME TRADING POSITION FRONTING ONTO THE MAJOR A62 ARTERIAL ROAD. The site comprise car sales pitch for approximately 25 cars and parking for customers. Car valeting unit, providing two bays, office, small kitchenette area and staff WC. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 583042

Tuesday, 19 February 2019

SOLD - Eden Hair, Birkenshaw

FREEHOLD HAIR SALON, Birkenshaw

A rare opportunity to acquire a freehold property in this very popular village on the border of Bradford and Leeds. The business is under performing due to our clients circumstances and this is a fabulous opportunity for a hands on operator to take this from strength to strength. The salon operates in restricted hours and has one chair rented out. A PERFECT POSITION ON A BUSY MAIN ROAD. PRICED TO SELL – A SUPER BUY. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. A SUPERBLY PRESENTED TWO STOREY PORPERTY OF STONE CONSTRUCTION WHICH IS FITTED TO A VERY HIGH STANDARD. The premises have an eye catching frontage with contemporary signage and security shutters, internally is a beautiful reception area, tiled floor throughout with 4 work stations and a twin back wash station. To the first floor is a large unused salon with stock room/staff room and kitchen. Genuine Reason for Sale. Business on lease. Ref: 581538

Monday, 18 February 2019

SOLD - Secret Seaview Wedding Chapel, Cafe Bar & Gift Shop, Robin Hoods Bay, Whitby

WEDDING CHAPEL, CAFE BAR & GIFT SHOP in North Yorkshire

This is a truly exceptional opportunity to acquire a multi-faceted business which is situated in a picturesque, quaint village within the North York Moors National Park. The village attracts thousands of tourists to it’s labyrinth of streets each year and this business caters to both tourists and locals alike. The business operates primarily as a café bar open to the general public providing quality snacks, meals and beverages with a gift shop offering a range of high quality gifts and clothing with a range of many well-known brands. Being a former chapel the premises are ideal for weddings and they are licensed for civil ceremonies (with a capacity of 160) and undertake a number of weddings annually, providing a range of packages from a simple ceremony and drinks package through to an exclusive use of the entire venue for the day and night. This particular side of the business has shown rapid, recent growth which could be extended much further with some marketing given the unique and picturesque location of the premises. The wedding chapel is also used as an independent venue and is configured for use for conferences, live performances and cinema use and it is this side of the business which possibly offers the most scope by marketing itself to business and hiring of performers / promoting small live performances to tourists throughout the summer and to locals during the winter months. This is an area of business which is largely untapped and could so easily become a major part of the business. The business is currently run almost entirely by staff in in very easy hours and would certainly benefit from extended opening hours, particularly into the evenings during the busier summer months given that it currently closes between 3.30pm and 4pm yet is licensed to open until 10pm as a bar and through to midnight for customers dining at the premises. A working owner who is able to devote themselves to the business on a full time basis could really turn this from a successful business in to a potential gold mine by increasing the turnover of the business and making substantial savings. VIEWING HERE CANNOT COME RECOMMENDED HIGHLY ENOUGH AND WE WOULD SUGGEST THAT AN EARLY APPOINTMENT TO VIEW IS MADE TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. Run from substantial premises which are available on either a freehold or leasehold basis which briefly comprise: Entrance leads through to café reception with beautifully fitted and equipped gift shop to the side. The beautifully presented café dining room seats 56 diners comfortably and is fitted to a very high standard indeed. Service counter with light snack and beverage preparation area and impressive commercial kitchen beyond with super range of quality catering equipment. Ladies, gents / disabled WC’s and staff toilet. The first floor wedding chapel offers the perfect venue for up to 160 people and being fitted with the original chapel seating in an auditorium configuration and is wired for sound and vision. Externally: Patio, customer seating / dining area overlooking the village, garden area used for drinks receptions and lower patio alfresco dining area seating 26 easily. Both the garden and lower patio offer breath-taking views. Business & Property. Ref: 581796

Friday, 15 February 2019

SOLD - Websters Fish & Chips, Idle, Bradford

FISH & CHIPS TAKEAWAY & RESTAURANT in Bradford

Very exciting opportunity to acquire this superbly presented fish and chips shop which achieves a fabulous weekly turnover and is operated almost entirely by staff. This is an excellent trading location occupying a busy main road set in a densely populated residential location – PERFECT POSITION. The business is working on excellent profit margins and is ideally suited for a working owner to really maximise its potential. Secure lease and a vast array of commercial catering equipment – AN EXCELLENT BUY. This is a substantial single storey property with car parking to the forecourt, large glass frontage and modern signage. Internally is a large restaurant which comfortably seats 80 plus, bar area, ladies and gents WC, self contained cafe area and outsales department with large commercial kitchen. The premises are presented to the very highest of standards and viewing is imperative to fully appreciate this site. Business on lease. Ref: 581376

Wednesday, 13 February 2019

SOLD - Investment Property (Returning 9%) in Batley

INVESTMENT PROPERTY in Batley

Excellent investment opportunity ideally located in this very busy Kirklees town centre, fronting directly onto Commercial Street with a massive amount of passing trade all day long and easy roadside parking. The premises nestles amongst major retailers such as O2, Ladbrokes, Lloyds Bank and Tesco Extra which ensures the success of this venue. The premises currently operate as a thriving hair and beauty salon which will take a new five year, full repair and insuring lease upon completion. Annual return approx 9% on investment. Freehold property. Ref: 583009

Tuesday, 12 February 2019

SOLD - Chanterlands Avenue Post Office, Hull

POST OFFICE, SWEETS, STATIONERY AND GENERAL GOODS, Hull For Sale

This is an immaculately presented and recently refurbished Post Office occupying a prime position on one of the city’s most popular roads. This is a densely populated area with a captive audience right on the door step. A super business which has been nominated as a ‘Main Office’ and has an excellent salary combined with a solid retail side all worked in easy retail hours. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are in exceptional condition and were completely re-fit in 2013. Arranged on the ground floor the premises comprise bright open plan retail shop with retail counter and two position post office counter to the rear. Large store room / office, staff area and WC. First Floor comprise spacious one bedroom flat. Business on lease. Ref: 556506

Monday, 11 February 2019

SOLD - Ireleth Service Station & Mini Market, Askam in Furness, Cumbria

SERVICE STATION & MINI MARKET in Cumbria

Exciting opportunity to acquire this very well established service station and convenience store located on the fringes of the Lake District National Park. The site occupies a prominent position with lots of passing trade and a densely populated residential population surrounding. The business is run entirely by staff as our client is based outside the area. This is a profitable concern which could do even more with a working owner. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – THIS IS PRICED TO SELL AND IS A FABULOUS BUY FOR THE RIGHT PERSON. This is a well-appointed site with two petrol pumps and an eye catching forecourt canopy. Generously proportioned single storey shop to the rear which is well fitted with store and WC off set. Business & Property. Ref: 581812

Friday, 8 February 2019

SOLD - Urmston Post Office & Subway Franchise, Manchester

POST OFFICE, NEWS & SUBWAY FRANCHISE in Manchester

This is a very rare opportunity to acquire a thriving post office which is one of the premier, Mains Post Offices in the North West. Additionally the business benefits from a very prosperous private trade as a Newsagents and Subway franchise which offers the benefits of being part of an international brand with the support and national advertising that only being part of such a global company can bring. In addition the business is crying out for an off licence to be added to the existing offering and crucially, the premises can provide the space to develop the Newsagents business in to a full, convenience store, which in our opinion, would boost the already impressive turnover and profits very much further. The premises which are held on lease benefit from a very sensible rent and occupy a PRIME TRADING POSITION. The business which is run predominantly by staff boasts one of the best Post Office commissions seen for some time. Huge scope for full time working owners to make substantial savings in wages and thereby boost profits considerably. EARLY VIEWING HERE COMES HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by this office as we do not anticipate this business being on the market very long given its dominance and profitability. The Post Office attracts large numbers of customers (averaging 2,370 customer sessions per week) which provides the private business with large number of potential customers. Premises briefly comprise: Beautifully and professionally fitted and equipped sales shop which is spacious and offers a fully fitted Subway franchise unit with preparation kitchen off which also offers a walk in cold room and walk in freezer. The Newsagent is between the post office and Subway and offers a combi till whilst the Post Office has both fortress and open positions and digital application services booth. To the rear of the premises is a service corridor, private, managers office, staff WC and staff kitchen. Business on lease. Ref: 581466

Thursday, 7 February 2019

SOLD - Hartleys Fish & Chips, Pudsey

FISH & CHIPS SHOP in Pudsey, Leeds

A super opportunity to acquire this excellent business which is run mainly by staff. Situated in this commanding main road site – BUSTLING HIGH STREET POSITION. The business is worked in a five day week and offers a working owner tremendous potential to greatly increase the existing turnover. Our client has other business interests and cannot cope – a working owner in this position could easily double the turnover. MAJOR HIGH STREET POSITION WITHIN A DENSELY POPULATED RESIDENTIAL AREA WITH SCHOOLS NEARBY AND INDUSTRY ALL ROUND. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise spacious sales shop incorporating outsales sporting a three pan island range, eat in area, large preparation kitchen, potato preparation room, toilet and wash hand basin. Business on lease. Ref: 557864

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