Established in 1956 by Ernest Wilson, we are now the largest, independent Business Transfer Agent in the United Kingdom and we firmly believe that you only become the biggest by providing the very best possible service to clients.
Monday, 28 July 2025
SOLD - Little Paddocks Boarding Kennels & Cattery, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden
Tuesday, 10 June 2025
SOLD - Cayton Carr Kennels & Cattery, Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Tuesday, 16 January 2024
SOLD - Mahon Kennels & Cattery, Ferryhill, County Durham
Tuesday, 7 February 2023
SOLD - Biergate Kennels - Kennels and Lake set in Approximately 3 Acres, Licensed for 49 Dogs, Grainthorpe, Louth.
Thursday, 5 January 2023
SOLD - Meadow Croft Kennels - Kennels and 4 bedroom house set in 16 acres, Belbroughton, Stourbridge
Wednesday, 7 December 2022
SOLD - Fairview Kennels, Sherburn in Elmet
Friday, 5 November 2021
SOLD - Carr Moss Kennels, Ormskirk, Lancs
KENNELS AND CATTERY SET IN APPROXIMATELY ONE ACRE in Lancashire
An opportunity to acquire these delightful kennels and cattery set in approximately one acre of grounds situated in this semi-rural position, yet close to the lovely residential areas of Formby, Southport in West Lancashire. The business has been run by the present owners for over 14 years, very successfully. Substantial freehold premises comprising reception room, formal spacious dining room, beautiful lounge, large modern breakfast kitchen with patio doors, white units. Three excellent bedrooms, family bathroom incorporating bath, bidet, shower room, toilet and wash hand basin. Office and store. The loft is fully boarded and has the benefit of a loft ladder – real potential for two dormer bedrooms. The kennels and cattery comprises reception room, large courtyard, animal kitchen and preparation room, grooming area, kennel block with 15 heated kennels with their own runs. Second kennel block with 20 heated kennels with large exercise area. Lawned gardens. Eight cat pens incorporating two family pens and six double pens. There is also an area of land which is ripe for development, subject to any necessary planning consents. Parking area and drive. Business & Property. Ref: 583316
Thinking of selling a business? Call now for a free valuation on 0113 238 2900 or email sales@ernest-wilson.co.uk for more information on Ernest Wilson Business Agents, visit www.ernest-wilson.co.uk - we do not charge any money up front
Thursday, 23 September 2021
SOLD - All Breeds Pet Boarding Kennels, Cattery and small pet boarding. Sowerby Bridge.
KENNELS, CATTERY AND SMALL PET BOARDING SET IN FOUR ACRES in Sowerby Bridge.
An opportunity to acquire this excellent kennels, cattery and small pets boarding business plus two stables. Situated in this delightful rural countryside setting, offering views over rolling countryside yet only minutes away from the centre of a West Yorkshire market town. The business has been run very successfully for the last 21 years by our clients who sadly, due to serious illness are to retire and pass the mantle on to the next owner.
The premises offer spacious pet accommodation incorporating 27 kennels of differing sizes from family kennels to single kennels. The cattery has 12 pens. There is also two units for small pets. Cattery kitchen, dog kitchen, large run for four kennels, four separate long exercise areas, two paddocks, private courtyard, outbuildings and stables. Car park. Separate 2.88 acre field which is prime grazing land.
The private spacious family accommodation must be seen to be fully appreciated and comprise reception porch, large utility / laundry / boiler room which houses the super energy efficient biomass wood pellet boiler, grooming area and store room. Downstairs shower room and separate toilet. Small office and reception area. Small cellar. Snug lounge, well fitted breakfast kitchen with walk-in pantry. The main lounge, conservatory / garden room, second fitted kitchen, lounge, bedroom, downstairs study which could be used as a fourth bedroom. Two further bedrooms (the master double bedroom has a huge en-suite bathroom incorporating bath, shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins, dressing room with walk-in wardrobe). Private patio and gardens. The premises benefit from a mains water supply and spring water supplied via a borehole which supplies the business.
Thinking of selling a business? Call now for a free valuation on 0113 238 2900 or email sales@ernest-wilson.co.uk for more information on Ernest Wilson Business Agents, visit www.ernest-wilson.co.uk - we do not charge any money up front
Friday, 23 April 2021
SOLD - Hillcroft Kennels, Wilsden, Bradford
KENNELS AND CATTERY AND BUNGALOW in Wilsden, Bradford
An opportunity to acquire this kennels and cattery business situated in this prime location on the outskirts of Bradford which offers panoramic views overlooking beautiful rolling countryside. The business is worked in very easy hours over seven days and is licensed for 70 dogs and 51 cats – HIGHLY PROFITABLE CONCERN - The potential here is unlimited – the right enthusiastic person could do so much more. THIS IS A RETIREMENT SALE AFTER 14 YEARS. WELL WORTH VIEWING – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Substantial freehold detached premises set in approximately two acres of land. Planning permission has been passed to build an 8 bed detached bungalow on the property. The premises are reached by a driveway leading to the car park and reception, cattery housing eight luxury double pens – thirteen standard cat pens. There are two blocks of kennels, the first block has the benefit of 22 kennels benefitting from attached runs, and the second block has 13 kennels with unattached outdoor runs. Both kennel blocks have exercise areas. Reception and preparation kitchen/utility room, large garage/workshop. Approximately 2 acres of field with separate paddock.. Stable block for 3 horses. The owners residence incorporates reception hall off which is the spacious lounge, formal dining room, sitting room, conservatory with stunning views. Three excellent bedrooms (one with fitted furniture), very well fitted breakfast kitchen with white units, utility room, full bathroom incorporating bath with power jets, shower unit, toilet with wash hand basin. First floor dormer bedroom. Gardens to the front and rear, two patio areas, 1 of which is decked, side compound. The premises enjoy the benefit of oil fired central heating system and UPVC double glazed windows and doors. Business & Property. Ref: 584780
Thinking of selling a business? Call now for a free valuation on 0113 238 2900 or email sales@ernest-wilson.co.uk for more information on Ernest Wilson Business Agents, visit www.ernest-wilson.co.uk - we do not charge any money up front
Wednesday, 7 August 2019
SOLD - Firs Cattery, Newark
An opportunity to acquire this delightful and highly profitable cattery situated in this delightful semi-rural position. The business is worked in very easy short hours over seven days. The site oozes potential for so much more. VERY SENSIBLY PRICED CONCERN THAT OOZES POTENTIAL FOR MUCH MORE. Scope for kennels here, subject to any necessary planning. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises comprise: freehold detached dormer bungalow standing in approximately 0.8 of an acre of land. Drive leading to the reception office, six isolation units, well fitted cattery kitchen and utility room, block of seven cat pens, all with runs and heat pads. The second block offers five pens, again with heated beds. The main quadrant offers 14 large double pens, two huge penthouse pens, four kitten / disabled pens, two very large family pens. Large paddock ideal for expansions with two entrances. The owners private family accommodation is delightful and really must be seen to be appreciated, comprising well fitted breakfast kitchen with modern units, through lounge with formal dining area, French doors lead to patio and garden area. Family bathroom and shower. Cloak room with toilet and wash hand basin, double bedroom with fitted robes and bay window. First floor hallway with large storage off, two further bedrooms (one double and one single). The premises enjoy the benefit of UPVC double glazed units and a gas central heating system. Business & property. Ref: 581465
Monday, 14 January 2019
SOLD - Sunnymead Kennels & Cattery, Menston
Very exciting opportunity to acquire this stunning kennels and cattery that our clients have lovingly operated since 2002. The stunning countryside location is unrivalled, however is only half an hour from Leeds by car, a better location would be hard to find. The business has a fabulous reputation and does no advertising – many repeat customers. THIS IS A FABULOUS BUY. VIEWING IS A MUST. This is a fabulous site set in approximately 3.1 acres and briefly comprise: beautiful five double bedroom family home with large dining kitchen, formal living room and office - upstairs are two further double bedrooms, shower room and WC. To the rear are 86 large and well maintained kennels which surround the formal garden area and off set to the other side are three cattery blocks which accommodates 73 pens, two large exercise fields and a car park at the front with self-contained grooming parlour. Business & Property. Ref: 559261
Thursday, 21 June 2018
SOLD - Waithe Lane Kennels, Brigsley, Grimsby
An opportunity to acquire this former kennels set in approximately 1.6 acres, situated in this delightful setting overlooking rolling countryside, yet it is close to Grimsby and the surrounding towns - SUPERB TRADING SITE. Our clients used to breed and race greyhounds so they stopped using the site for kennels. TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL TO ESTABLISH a superb kennels and cattery here and live in this wonderful setting. The premises are freehold and comprise:- 13 Kennels (3.51m x 6.1m each) – all large family kennels with the benefit of electric lighting, one of which is an isolation kennel. Five day kennels (four 13.72m x 5.18m and one 7.32m x 5.18m) with electric lighting and padlocks. Sand Gallop Area (137.16m x 1.8m). Grass Straight (182.8m x 36.5m) surrounded by post and rail fencing. Puppy playpen with a 5 ft fence. Large open grass ideal for the exercising of dogs. Outbuildings include:- Two concrete storages areas with power and lighting. One Metal Shed used for food storage. Ultra-sound room with power and lighting. Food preparation area with power, lighting and plumbing. The private family accommodation is a superb detached bungalow, comprising:- Entrance Hall with plumbing for washing machine. Lovely Living Room (6.18m x 3.04m) with solid fuel wood burner and Office to the rear. Well fitted Breakfast Kitchen (3.04m x 2.99m) with fitted units. Conservatory (3.49m x 3m) leading to the rear gardens. Bedroom One (5.29m x 3.04m) with fitted wardrobes. Bedroom Two (3.34m x 3.01m), again, with fitted wardrobes. Bathroom with corner bath, shower cubicle, toilet and wash hand basin. Freehold property. Ref: 556804
Friday, 6 April 2018
SOLD - Noah's Ark Kennels & Cattery, Barnsley
Delightful and highly profitable kennels and cattery business situated in this pleasant and secluded area Barnsley. The business is run predominantly by staff and returns superb profits. Well fitted and presented kennels offering a spacious detached three bedroom residence along with 32 kennels and 15 cat pens. The premises are freehold and comprise: reception and booking in centre, which leads to the main kennel block offering mainly UPVC double glazed windows with a total of 32 kennels, animal food kitchen, fully equipped grooming parlour, utility room, isolation unit for sick dogs. The cat pens are completely isolated from the kennels and offer spacious pens which are well kept. The private residence comprises: reception with cloakroom, toilet and wash hand basin. Well fitted kitchen with breakfast bar and dining area, second lounge. First floor, three excellent bedrooms, family bathroom and shower. The premises have the benefit of a central heating system and UPVC double glazed units, large courtyard and gardens. VIEWING IS RECOMMENDED HERE. Business & Property. Ref: 557462
Friday, 8 March 2013
Bretton Country Park Kennels & Cattery, Barnsley - SOLD!
BRETTON COUNTRY PARK KENNELS & CATTERY, BOARDING KENNELS & CATTERY WITH DETACHED HOUSE in Barnsley, South Yorkshire for Sale.
Superb boarding kennels and cattery situated in a stunningly beautiful area on the South Yorkshire – a location which is within easy reach of the M1 motorway and many very affluent villages. This is not only a great place to live and enjoy the breath-taking scenery, but it is also very convenient for pet owners from the surrounding areas. This is a super property with excellent accommodation, business facilities and a 1.5 acre field and woodland area. The business comprises: fabulous farmhouse style kitchen with beamed ceiling and quality units, superb dining room with beamed ceiling and attractive fireplace, magnificent lounge with beamed ceiling and original fireplace. 3 splendid double bedrooms, fully tiled combined bathroom with shower fitting. The boarding kennels and cattery facilities include:- 2 centrally heated kennel blocks providing 9 doubles, 11 singles and 3 family units, 2 centrally heated cattery blocks providing 24 pens, 1 isolation kennel, office, feed room, 2 acre field and woodland area. The total area of this site is approximately 2.9 acres and the business is registered for 40 dogs and 32 cats at present – lots of space here for future development. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business & freehold property. Ref: 554500
Michael Bush of Henry Hyams Solicitors acted for the sellers in this sale and thanks to his efficiency and speed this sale completed on time.
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