Ernest Wilson - Nobody Sells Businesses Better!: 2025

Wednesday, 30 July 2025

SOLD - K&M Autocentre, Bulwell, Nottingham

Car Servicing and MOT.

An exciting opportunity to acquire this well established vehicle repair, service and MOT business. Occupying a prime trading position in a busy location, opposite one of the main junctions leading to the centre of a large market town on the outskirts of this major East Midlands city.

The garage was established by our clients over 20 years ago who now wish to retire. In that time, they have built a great reputation and a loyal customer base with excellent reviews both online and on social media. The garage offers comprehensive car maintenance and repairs service, including tyre fitting, replacement exhaust fitting and full MOT tests, provided by the long standing and qualified staff. Trade and profitability has been increasing year on year with much further scope to build on the existing customer base by expanding the marketing reach and adding trade / commercial work. Business & Property. Ref: 590774

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Monday, 28 July 2025

SOLD - Little Paddocks Boarding Kennels & Cattery, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden

CLOSED KENNELS AND FIVE BEDROOM RESIDENCE in Essex

Substantial freehold luxury residence set in circa two acres with former kennels which was licensed for up to 90 dogs and 35 cats. Our client retired during the COVID pandemic having carried out substantial refurbishment of this five bedroom residence. This was a very good and profitable business which was operated predominantly by staff. Since our client has retired, demand for kennel places locally has increased due to lower numbers of places available and recent building projects. Easy scope here to restart this formerly thriving business and in our opinion very quickly generate substantial levels of business which for a full time working owner should prove to be even more profitable. Situated within open countryside to the South East of Cambridge on the Essex / Cambridgeshire border this is an idyllic location in which to live and earn a living. VIEWING HERE IS NOT ONLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, IT’S A MUST!

PREMISES BRIEFLY COMPRISE: Entrance leading to lobby area with boiler room off. Reception room, good bedroom and study (which was previously used to provide the fifth bedroom). Spacious dining kitchen with island incorporating a breakfast bar and large sitting room with open fireplace and access to conservatory with bi-fold doors. House, combined bathroom with bath and shower cubicle. Under stairs storage. Particularly spacious lounge with French doors which again lead to the conservatory. Side entrance leading to utility room with shower room off.

First Floor: Large landing with store room and with access to:- Bedroom one which is a large double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath. Second bedroom with French door access to recent balcony offering views over the rear garden and the rolling countryside beyond. The second bedroom also has a particularly spacious en-suite, combined bathroom with twin vanity basins, bath and separate shower with illuminated recess. Third bedroom with en-suite shower room and WC.

Externally: Detached games room, large private driveway and mature, well-tended gardens including patio areas, lawn and ornamental fish pond and garden shed.

The Kennels: Public access to the kennels is via a separate entrance leading to the large car park with reception block with shop and staff kitchen off, self-contained dog grooming which is currently let on a periodic tenancy returning £325 per calendar month at present. Our client viewed this as an additional service whilst the kennels was trading and therefore deliberately set the rent very low whilst he has not conducted a rent review for ten years which provides opportunity for a substantial uplift. Former canine hydrotherapy room which has recently been converted in to a workshop and storage area. Kennel blocks providing 53 good quality dog kennels, four isolation kennels and an additional grooming room within the kennels.

Large exercise field and nine outside securely fenced exercise areas, one of which is double sized for larger group games and is under cover so they can still go out when its raining. There is also a former, indoor, dog training facility with adjacent summerhouse which was used as an office for the dog training. Additionally there are several storage sheds. Two static caravans remain in place on site which were used to provide staff accommodation. EPC Band D. Business/Property. Ref: 590426

Wednesday, 23 July 2025

SOLD - Country Store & Lower Peover Post Office, Lower Peover, Knutsford, Cheshire

VILLAGE STORE AND POST OFFICE in Knutsford

Superb Freehold Post Office / Convenience store and four bedroom living accommodation. Set in a fabulous upmarket village in Cheshire - idyllic location only a short distance to the popular market town of Knutsford southwest of Manchester and voted one of the top places to live in North West England. This business offers a combination of both a fantastic business coupled with luxurious owners accommodation which needs to be seen to be appreciated. The business is currently run by one owner with staff and is only being sold due to the owners pending retirement and although profitable, has the potential for so much more, especially for a husband and wife / family operation.

Comprises fabulously fitted out self-service sales shop with modern tiled floor throughout, high end display shelving and fittings. Open plan serve over counter for the sales shop with separate Post Office counter. To the rear is a newly formed mini kitchen area with cooker, coffee machine etc and whilst recently introduced, is already proving to be popular with customers bringing additional footfall to the shop. To the rear is a good sized store room with staff toilet with wash hand basis. The first floor accommodation is self-contained and accessed via the garden area and provides a luxurious retreat from the shop which is decorated throughout in a modern, minimalistic style - no expense spared. Comprises large sumptuous lounge (large enough to house both a corner sofa and good size dining room table) with double window aspect, four bedrooms (two doubles), separate luxury toilet, bathroom with shower and wash hand basin. Large recently fitted lavish kitchen with central breakfast island and an array of modern fittings with attention to detail - VIEWING ESSENTIAL. Separate utility room. Externally, the totally private garden is exquisite, spacious and provide both large patio / BBQ area as well as manicured lawns. In addition, there is a separate garden area off which provides a quiet haven. There are various storage sheds as well as an external office area housing the base for the 16 camera CCTV etc. To the front, there is a good sized forecourt area with five parking bays. Commercial EPC Band D. Residential EPC Band D.

Business & Property. Ref: 590516

Monday, 21 July 2025

SOLD - The Rose & Crown Hotel, Bainbridge, Leyburn, North Yorkshire.

HISTORIC YORKSHIRE DALES COACHING INN in North Yorkshire

Charming, picture postcard, eleven bedroom hotel, restaurant and bars in the heart of Wensleydale. A perfect stopping place, central to the visitor tourist spots of Hawes and Aysgarth Falls. A Grade II Listed historic coaching inn, parts of which date back to 1445. A truly stunning, picturesque location overlooking the pristine village green and standing highly prominent at a crossroads branching out to Hawes in one direction and Aysgarth to the other. The pub is the only watering hole in the village and is well patronised by local pool and darts teams, as well as by the many tourists that visit and stay in this area of natural beauty. The hotels welcoming atmosphere and close proximity to the famous waterfalls at Aysgarth attracts a steady stream of customers all year around.

THE PROPERTY - Prominent and imposing, detached coaching house of traditional construction under a natural stone slate roof. Large, newly tarmacked car park to the rear. Lots of outdoor seating on the front forecourt, grass bank (overlooking the village green) and to the rear of the property.

INTERNAL DETAILS - Main entrance to wood panelled reception hall, with stone flagged floors and original beamed ceilings. Three interlinked bar areas comprise the traditional snug, the hotel bar next to the reception, and the main bar which is predominantly used by locals with its pool table, darts board, gaming machine, flat screen TV and wood burning hearth. The hotel restaurant is known as The Dales Room Restaurant and has a spacious formal dining room capable of seating 80 customers. Cozy residents lounge provides a peaceful area for reading. Ancillary areas include a large kitchen, comprehensively equipped with commercial quality catering equipment and high capacity extraction system, several store rooms, pot wash area and laundry room. Managers office, bottle store and ladies and gents WCs. A trap door behind the snug bar leads to the beer cellar which has a traditional external barrel drop for draymen. First floor hotel accommodation comprises eleven ensuite bedrooms of varying sizes including doubles, twins and family rooms, three come with four poster beds. The guest rooms can currently accommodate up to 26 guests. The majority of guest rooms have views over the village green. There are an additional two bedrooms with a connecting bathroom suite that are used to accommodate members of staff, but this could be easily converted to provide owners accommodation, or converted into additional guest letting rooms.

THE OPPORTUNITY - The business offers a colossal opportunity for energetic and ambitious, hands-on operators to take ownership of a high profile establishment with centuries of history, set in one of the most picturesque and idyllic villages in North Yorkshire. The hotel is a sleeping giant, being run on a very low-key basis to suit the retired owners personal lifestyle. There are significant opportunities to promote the hotel rooms and restaurant more aggressively, use social media and take this establishment to a whole new level of public awareness. Small weddings and other special occasions could be catered for. This historic Yorkshire Dales hospitality venue is offered on very favourable lease and rent terms, to be negotiated with the landlord and dependant on the skill, quality and strength of tenant covenant being offered by the new operator. The landlord is also offering a lease to buy arrangement with the option to buy the property within five years at a fixed purchase price.

ADDITIONAL LAND AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOTIATION - For new owners wishing to add an exciting new element to the business, such as income generating glamping pods or shepherds huts, there is potential to acquire or lease a 6.92 acre parcel of land that runs down to the river’s edge. Approximately 3.61 acres of this land is a very usable paddock with a field barn.

EPC Band C. Available either leasehold or freehold. Ref: 590839

Thursday, 17 July 2025

SOLD - Three Roofs Cafe & Holiday Let, Castleton, Hope Valley

LICENSED CAFE AND HOLIDAY LET in Hope Valley

A rare opportunity to acquire this beloved cafe and holiday let in the Peak District. The cafe, which boasts 50 indoor seats and 16 outdoor seats, enjoys a steady year-round trade in a popular tourist area. With 70 years of operation, the cafe has built a strong reputation and includes nearly 70 covers along with a charming holiday let located above. Situated in one of the UK’s most visited locations, the cafe is easily accessible by both road and rail, making it a prime destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. Nearby attractions such as Mam Tor, Blue John Caverns, Peveril Castle, Peak Cavern, Speedwell Cavern, Kinder Scout, and the Pennine Way ensure a steady stream of tourists. As an independent cafe with a core staff team and a manager, it operates efficiently with minimal owner involvement. The current owner has worked only two days a week for the past three years. The cafe generates income from both tourists and locals, with a consistent flow of international visitors. It has demonstrated steady turnover growth through streamlined operations and staff training. The current owner’s desire to retire and move abroad presents a unique opportunity for a new owner to take over this successful and well-managed cafe.

The building, over 300 years old, was converted from a modest electrician shop about 70 years ago. It features a quaint Derbyshire stone structure with three pitched roofs. The interior is bright and welcoming, with counter service and a successful takeaway operation. Modern amenities include EPOS till system, digital rota and staff holiday system, cafe QR code, Click-and-Collect app, CCTV, Hive heating system and a digital daily specials screen, keeping the business up to date and streamlining efficiency. We are told all risk assessments, EHO paperwork, and compliance documents are current and available for buyers’ due diligence. The cafe also features staff lavatories, large potwash area with a push-through dishwasher, a well-equipped kitchen with a large gas oven, electric oven, Merry Chef salamander, griddle, deep fat fryers, a separate gluten-free fryer, commercial microwaves, and a saladette. The storeroom / bakery provides ample storage and includes commercial appliances such as freezers and fridges.

Above the cafe is a well-appointed holiday flat includes a double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a lounge kitchen diner, and modern conveniences such as a coffee machine and Hive heating. Currently listed on Airbnb and TripAdvisor, there is significant potential for increased revenue through additional platforms and services.

Outdoor seating, rented from the local Parish Council for £350 per year, is available year-round. EPC Band C.

Business & Property. Ref: 590600

Tuesday, 15 July 2025

SOLD - Granville Drive Post Office & Londis Store, Kingswinford, West Midlands

POST OFFICE AND CONVENIENCE STORE in Kingswinford

A superb opportunity to acquire a busy convenience store and Post Office with accommodation. Situated in a large residential area in the suburbs of this West Midlands town, operating as a hub for the local community with a relative monopoly and large catchment area. Trading as a convenience store with off licence, groceries and general convenience items as well as Post Office services. The store is believed to be established in the 1960s and has been successfully operated by our clients for over 20 years who now plan to pursue other interests. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing operator to take on a large premises and busy store. The business premises occupy the ground floor of this two-storey end of terrace unit. It comprises of approximately 224 sq m (2,418 sq ft) of internal area consisting of the main sales shop with an array merchandise and chiller displays, separate retail and Post Office counters, Post Office admin area, stock room, kitchenette and staff WC, external office. Outside there is rear service road and garage for additional storage. The accommodation is a self-contained two bedroom first floor flat. Business on lease. Ref: 590567

Thursday, 10 July 2025

SOLD - Totally Awesome Toys & Games, York

TOYS AND GAMES in York

Ernest Wilson are pleased to bring to market this charming toys and games retailer which operates from ideally located premises in the heart of York city centre. The business has been operated by our clients since 2019 and who are now seeking to emigrate. The business trades in easy hours over seven days achieving a healthy turnover and working on good profit margins. Our clients have a loyal customer base and have developed a strong reputation for sourcing a number of rare and popular toys, games and collectibles. Sensibly priced for quick sale due to pending emigration. Our clients also own another store in Halifax which is for sale under our REF 590543.

The premises are held on lease and comprise ground floor retail shop with game demonstration displays, cash out facility. Lower ground floor provides large stock room ideal for development of online / mail order sales, kitchenette and WC. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 590542

Monday, 7 July 2025

SOLD - Flamingos Coffee House, Leeds City Centre

CITY CENTRE COFFEE SHOP in Leeds

Ernest Wilson are delighted to bring to market this immaculately presented city centre coffee shop. Our client has operated this business since 2023, during which time the premises have undergone an extensive refurbishment throughout and really must be seen to be appreciated. The business trades in easy hours over six days, opening at 10.30am daily – wonderful scope for enthusiastic new owners to consider opening earlier to develop the breakfast trade and boost turnover. The premises occupy a prime trading position within a busy shopping arcade in the heart of Leeds City Centre with thousands of people passing daily. The premises are held on secure lease and comprise glass fronted coffee shop providing 26 covers in comfort. Servery and counter area sporting a cake display, heated food display and two station coffee machine. Food prep and pot wash area. Disabled access WC to the rear. Business on lease. Ref: 590828

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

SOLD - Revive Beauty, Collingham

HIGH CLASS BEAUTY SALON in Wetherby.

Established over 20 years and extensively refurbished by our client over the last decade, this very exclusive establishment occupies premises in a well known parade of shops and businesses in the heart of this highly desirable village. Surrounded by the most affluent districts of north Leeds, namely Collingham, Linton, Wetherby and Boston Spa, to name just a few, the wealthy catchment area is second to none and provides the business with a very steady and loyal client base. 1,000 individual clients have made 5,000 appointments over the years, showing the strength of reputation and repeat business this elegant establishment attracts. Services provided range from nail and eye treatments, through to more complex microdermabrasion procedures. Massage treatments and non-surgical facelifts are popular. The business also incorporates a state of the art stand-up tanning machine and a spray tan room. Treatments are carried out by a professionally trained and highly skilled team of staff and the owner acts as the practice manager, dealing with enquiries, appointments and administration. A qualified and accredited medical practitioner could take the business to a whole new level, by offering Botox injections and dermal fillers, for which there is huge demand in the immediate area, with no recognizable local competition. The business comes with some very valuable, state of the art equipment, such as a COMCIT by Crystal Clear, CACI skin rejuvenation equipment and an Alisun Sunvision vertical tanning booth. SHORTCUTS management software package is the most widely used in the industry. Approved retailer and user of ELEMIS products. Good Social Media presence, an excellent website and a database of over 5,000 clients.

Well recognised double wide premises within a parade of complimenting retail shops, cafes and professional businesses. The business occupies ground and first floor, plus a useful large loft area. Internally, the salon is very elegantly appointed, furbished and decorated with designer wall coverings, elaborate lighting and high end fixtures and fittings including black glass fronted air-conditioning units in each room. Ground floor, reception desk and wait area. Three nail treatment stations. Corridor leads to three private treatment rooms, a tanning room with vertical tanning booth, spray tanning room with spray cubicle. Customer WC. First floor, landing with relaxation area. Two large specialist treatment rooms. Full kitchen with storage for varnish stock. Bathroom with shower over bath. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 590525

Monday, 30 June 2025

SOLD - Barnes Coffee Shop, Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire

Coffee Shop in Northamptonshire

This highly rated Coffee Shop is located in the centre of this historic and affluent midlands market town, on the main market square with public car parking and has been trading here for many years. There is also a monthly farmers market that vastly increases footfall which contributes to this excellent business. Operating from an end of terrace in a blue plaque Grade II listing building occupying the ground floor and part first floor. The premises comprise of approximately 133 sq m (1432 sq ft) and consisting of the main seating area with up to 40 covers, serving counter with chiller display and drink prep area, the ‘snug’ second seating room with up 20 covers, catering kitchen, storage area with refrigeration units which leads to a first floor office area. Outside there is an attractive courtyard with additional seating for around 20 with an additional storage area that has potential for conversation for outside events. Our clients have operated this family run business since 2016 and are now offering the business for sale as they are planning to retire. They serve a selection of drinks, afternoon tea, breakfast and light lunch menu’s that customers can sit in or take away. There is opportunity to increase menu items, events and apply for a licence. An ideal opportunity for a small growing coffee chain or as a bistro. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 590018

Friday, 27 June 2025

SOLD - Roberto's Restaurant, Batley

LICENSED RESTAURANT in Batley

An exciting opportunity to acquire this long established restaurant. The business was started by our clients over 20 years ago and moved to the current premises in 2007. Our clients own the property and will offer the premises on a new lease with reasonable rent. The Business comes to market due to a family illness. The premises are fit out to a high standard and would lend themselves to a variety of cuisines, situated in the heart of Batley with easy parking right outside the door. Comprising porch leading to a lounge bar area with bench seating, main restaurant area seating 76 at present but can cater for 90 to 100 with ease. Large and well equipped kitchen with central extraction hood. Store, office, ladies, gents and disabled WC. Designated staff parking space to the rear. Our client has obtained planning permission to convert this into an outdoor decked seating area. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 590295

Wednesday, 25 June 2025

SOLD - Premier Central Store, Sheffield

CONVENIENCE STORE AND LOTTO in Sheffield

An opportunity to acquire this long established licensed convenience store which has been in the same family ownership for over 40 years. Owners retiring. The business currently operates in relatively easy hours for this sector with no late evenings, offering wonderful scope for younger, enthusiastic new owners to extend opening times and boost trade. Our clients own the freehold property and will offer the premises on a new lease with sensible rent. The premises occupy a prime corner trading position fronting a commanding main road through this bustling and densely populated district of Sheffield. Ground floor large walk round store of approximately 106.4 sq m / 1,145 sq ft with good refrigeration and two position cash out facility. Store room, office, kitchenette and WC. Externally is a large enclosed yard with access to store room. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE. Business on lease. Ref: 590263

Monday, 23 June 2025

SOLD - 5SPORT Childrens Sport Coaching Business, West Yorkshire

CHILDREN’S SPORT COACHING BUSINESS in West Yorkshire

A wonderful opportunity to acquire this well-established Children’s Sports Coaching business which was set up by our clients in 2017.

There are four arms to the business:

* Sports Coaching and Physical Education classes undertaken in various local schools

* Holiday / Out of School Clubs

* Cafe and Soft Play area

* Party Bookings

There is also an opportunity for venue hire across different spaces of the premises

The business is based and operates from spacious premises on the fringe of a West Yorkshire town centre, trading in sensible hours over six days. Due to other business interests, our clients are not actively involved in the day to day running of the business with a management team in place - fantastic potential for full time owner operator to build on the already solid foundations here and boost trade. The business has contracts with a number of local schools to deliver physical education and sports coaching classes and has developed a strong reputation since its inception. Only other business interests forces the reluctant sale here. The premises are held on lease with low rent and briefly comprise: Reception and cafe area seating 40 in comfort, indoor football and multi-sport spaces, soft play room, dance studio and games area. Office / staff room and WC.

Wednesday, 18 June 2025

SOLD - Noonology Cafe/Bistro, Buxton

CAFE BISTRO in Buxton

Offering everything from gourmet coffee, all day breakfasts, brunches and desserts to mixologist crafted cocktails. Gluten free and vegan options and being dog-friendly make this the most vibrant and inclusive venue in Buxton. A perfect spot for friends and families to catch up over a meal or imbibe in delicious cocktails and mocktails. Located in the centre of the historic spa town of Buxton and benefitting from a colossal amount of tourist and visitor footfall all year around, as well as being a local’s favourite. Entirely run by a very friendly and reliable team of staff. Open everyday from 8am to 6pm (4pm on Sunday) and run entirely by a small team of staff, yet showing good net profits. Boasting a Google Rating of 4.9 and a Five Star Rating on TripAdvisor (at the time of instruction). The concept and venue was only established a year ago, but is already proving to be very popular. The business is only being sold due to the owners wish to emigrate.

Located amongst many complimenting shops and businesses and just a few yards from the public car park. Ground floor, double-wide fronted with full-height windows make for an attractive and prominent premises. The premises are licensed to serve alcohol and can comfortably accommodate at least 24 customers in an open plan arrangement with commercial catering kitchen located at basement level. Good lease term and very reasonable rent. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 590670

Friday, 13 June 2025

SOLD - Spirals Cards & Gifts, Sheffield

GIFTS AND CARDS in Sheffield

A superb opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly rated gift and cards store based on one of the prominent roads in Sheffield which sees a high amount of passing trade and footfall. Established by our clients 34 years ago and are only selling due to personal circumstances. Reduced for a quick sale due to Ill health. Stocking a range including Jellycat, East of India, St. Eval Candle Company and contemporary fashion jewellery with exclusivity in the area on a number of high-profile collectables. There is huge scope to increase trade by building presence on social media, e-commerce and extending opening hours. The premises are a mid-terrace unit with approx. 95 sq m (1,026 sq ft) of internal area. It consists of main sales shop with serving counter and merchandise displays, store room. On the mezzanine floor there is a print and frame gallery. Attic storage. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 590362

Tuesday, 10 June 2025

SOLD - Cayton Carr Kennels & Cattery, Scarborough, North Yorkshire

KENNELS AND CATTERY in North Yorkshire

Impressive kennels and cattery set in circa three quarters of an acre on the outskirts of this delightful village close to the North Yorkshire coast and being surrounded by open countryside. This is an IDYLLIC LOCATION IN WHICH TO WORK AND LIVE. The business currently trades on an impressive reputation with a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 at the time of our inspection and has proved itself to be profitable to our clients who have owned the business for circa 12 years and are now planning their retirement from the sector after a thoroughly enjoyable career here. Run primarily by our clients with the assistance of casual staff. Premises briefly comprise:

RESIDENCE: The property is set in its own extensive grounds and briefly comprise detached four bedroom residence offering delightful fully fitted kitchen, spacious lounge with fireplace and log burner, good dining room off, accessed by double doors, sunroom with access to private gardens by French doors. Utility room off. Reception / office area with WC off and UPVC porch. First floor three double bedrooms all of which are particularly spacious, single bedroom, huge combined bathroom with separate shower. Externally, private garden, driveway with customer parking, garage and extensive grounds utilised for exercising the dogs.

CATTERY: The detached cattery offers cat kitchen and 12 indoor cat pens, providing accommodation for up to 30 cats in these modern and well presented cat pens.

KENNELS: Dog kitchen and detached kennel block with 38 very good kennels of different sizes catering for up to 48 dogs with indoor and outdoor areas.

Business & Property. Ref: 588755

Tuesday, 3 June 2025

SOLD - Eastburn Fisheries, Keighley

FISH AND CHIPS BUSINESS in Keighley

An excellent opportunity to acquire this landmark fish and chips takeaway business which our client has owned since 2005 and which enjoys a particularly enviable reputation. The business trades in a sensible range of openings over ONLY FOUR DAYS PER WEEK and with three full days off per week, provides for a great, work / life balance. Achieving a VERY IMPRESSIVE WEEKLY TURNOVER whilst maintaining super profit margins, this is a business not to be missed and EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are ideally located at the heart of this popular and affluent village on the West Yorkshire / North Yorkshire boundary and plenty of nearby housing whilst also benefitting from a super passing trade fronting on to this very busy main road and with customer car parking on site. Premises held on SECURE LEASE and briefly comprise, single storey lock up property facing the main road with an excellent passing trade - located adjacent to the busy Post Office and general store with lots of forecourt parking. Internally there is a good sized sales shop with three-pan Hopkins counter range, generous customer area plus ten cover cafe. Preparation kitchen to rear with WC and separate outbuilding for potato preparation. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 590772

Friday, 30 May 2025

SOLD - Coffee Thyme Coffee Shop, Wombwell, Barnsley

BUSY HIGH STREET COFFEE SHOP AND CAFE in Barnsley.

Contemporary 45 seater coffee shop and cafe in the heart of this small town near Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Our client has built an enviable reputation in the last six years but now wishes to try his hand at something else, leaving an outstanding opportunity for energetic new owners to acquire an affordable business that needs nothing by way of additional capital as the cafe is in exceptional condition throughout and the overheads very reasonable. Highly prominent corner unit with full-height windows facing the high street and the town’s main shopping parade. The premises occupies the ground floor with five seats at the window and seating for 40 customers over two open plan areas. The central feature is the long servery with two glass display chillers, hot food servery and pay counter. Comprehensively equipped catering kitchen with commercial quality equipment under a hooded extraction system. Ample dry and chilled goods storage. Customer WC with disabled assistance. Rear exit door leading to waste bins and a parking space for the owner. Outside pavement seating around small bistro tables is permitted. Business on lease. Ref: 590560

Wednesday, 28 May 2025

SOLD - Blackrod Motor Spares, Bolton

HARDWARE, DIY, GARDENING AND MOTOR SPARES in Bolton

Situated in a lovely village in Greater Manchester, serving all the local villages around it. This shop is a real Aladdin’s Cave which originally only sold car parts has expanded over the years to incorporate hardware, DIY, gardening, homeware and needs to be seen to be appreciated. Currently run by one elderly lady who is now looking to retire after 40 successful years here. This is a very well established business with a fabulous reputation yet highly profitable. Comprising detached treble fronted sales shop, counter with storage area behind, large walk round sales shop, departmentalised into sections, toilet. Business on lease, Ref: 587044

Wednesday, 21 May 2025

SOLD - Former Workshop Premises and 4 bed accommodation, Halifax

FORMER WORKSHOP PREMISES AND FOUR BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION in Halifax

An exciting opportunity to acquire this former workshop premises with four bedroom family accommodation, nestled on Ramsden Street in Wheatley, Halifax, providing breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding rolling countryside. Regrettably, this cherished property is now available for sale due to bereavement, offering a rare opportunity to call it your own.

The substantial freehold property has been uniquely built in the hillside and was originally a Sunday school built in 1834. Our client took occupation of the property in 1972 and created four bedroom family accommodation together with extensive workshop premises in which to operate their flooring business. The property, set in approximately 0.25 acres would be ideal for an owner occupier to operate a business here of various genres.

One of the property's unique features is the expansive workshop premises. Whether you're a creative artisan, a hobbyist, or in need of additional storage space, this area is a blank canvas for your projects and dreams. Imagine crafting, tinkering or storing your most cherished possessions in this generous workshop space.

The site would equally suit a developer to take on the site for residential or commercial development (subject to any necessary consents).

The premises really must be seen to be appreciated and briefly comprise:

Spacious four-bedroom family accommodation, offering ground floor lounge, dining kitchen including some original features from the property’s time as a Sunday school. Conservatory, office / snug with WC. First floor four double bedrooms, large combined bathroom with corner bath suite.

Workshop premises which is immediately adjacent to the accommodation and accessed by the same primary front door, offering workshop with large open plan room with part mezzanine / storage area, additional workshop with vehicular access and space for five to six cars. Cellar again with vehicular access for one vehicle. Separate enormous garage / workshop area with roller shutter access.

Externally, extensive and enclosed garden / grounds to the rear of the property over two levels. EPC Band E. Freehold property. Ref: 590147

Monday, 19 May 2025

SOLD - Unique Baby Gift Baskets - Run Online

ONLINE RETAILER OF UNIQUE BABY GIFTS - Run from Home.

Easily run business which has been owned and operated successfully by our client for circa 15 years. The business supplies luxury hampers of baby gifts for newborns and new parents. Run in approximately 25 hours per week, solely by our clients from home and given the online nature of the business, could easily run from anywhere in the UK with an internet connection. Potential for a new owner sourcing new product lines and increasing the Google Adword campaign and some basic search engine optimisation. Our clients are selling the business to slow down leading up to their retirement. Easily operated website with integrated e-commerce facilities built in. A RARE OPPORTUNITY WITH EASY SCOPE FOR FUTURE GROWTH. Ref: 590691

Thursday, 15 May 2025

SOLD - Willow Tree Inn, Riddlesden, Keighley

VILLAGE PUB in Keighley

Excellent opportunity to acquire well known village pub which is situated in this semi-rural location in the Aire Valley. Benefitting from a strong loyal local trade this pub could do so much more with younger, more enthusiastic owners to build on the solid foundations already in place. The current owner is selling due to ill health and requires a quick sale hence the asking price - fabulous value and needs viewing to be appreciated. Entrance leads to tap room bar with various seating, pool table, tv and juke box. The lounge bar is nicely appointed and offers a more relaxed area and offers an entertaining area which is popular with the locals. The central island bar serves both the tap room and lounge areas. Off the lounge is a spacious outdoor seating area with heaters which proves popular both in summer and winter. Also on the ground floor is ladies and gents toilets as well as a kitchen which previously has been used for food although the current owners do not provide any food therefore is currently unused. The beer cellar is a good size, well kept and provides further storage. Stairs from the tap room lead upto the first floor where there is a function room again currently used for storage but could be utilised for private parties, clubs etc. Customer toilet. The owners accommodation is large though requires some modernisation. Comprises three good sized bedrooms (one currently used as an office), large through lounge / dining room with kitchen off. L shaped kitchen leads off the dining room with storage. Bathroom with separate shower. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 590858

Thursday, 8 May 2025

SOLD - Discreet Pet Control Services

PEST CONTROL SERVICES BUSINESS. Re-locatable Business.

Family run business which for the last 39+ years has offered discreet and bespoke pest control services for a number of regular, long-term clients throughout the Yorkshire regions. The business boasts an enviable client list which includes estate agents, factories, letting agents and even an airport. Some of the client accounts pay annually, in advance, for their services. Efficient and reliable pest control services for domestic, commercial and industrial settings, plus one-off treatments. This opportunity would be of interest to pest control specialists looking to pick up more market share and to instantly benefit from a secure and loyal customer base of clients. Alternatively, the knowledge can be passed from the current owners to any buyers seeking to involve themselves in this highly profitable industry. Currently run from small office premises in central Yorkshire, but easily re-located or even run from a home office. Very low overheads and strong profit margins make this a business opportunity to be seriously considered. Ref: 587338