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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.

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Monday, 28 April 2025

SOLD - 1924 Cocktail Bar, Cleckheaton

POPULAR WEST YORKSHIRE BAR AND MUSIC VENUE in Cleckheaton

A family run business in the centre of Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire which has been called the most popular bar in town. This vibrant cocktail bar is well known and loved for its various events, including 1920s dress-up nights and popular DJ sets. Expertly made, creative and delicious cocktails. Having a late-night licence to 2am Friday and Saturday and catering for private parties and celebrations for up to 120 on the ground floor, plus 25 on an upper mezzanine level, the opportunities to further develop the business are enormous. This is a reluctant sale due to family commitments. There is also potential to develop a food offering as there is a partially fitted kitchen on the first floor, currently only utilised to prepare cold charcuterie. The bar has established itself in a short period of time and now makes for a perfect opportunity for energetic and ambitious new owners to take this venture to the next level. Prominent mid-parade, glass fronted unit with electric security roller shutters. Some seating to the outside front is permitted. Entry to open plan floor with a mix of booth, bar and table seating. Super long bar made from one solid and thick piece of oak. Attractive and well stocked back bar with a bank of glass fronted display chillers. Two keg beer taps. The ground floor extends deep into the back where there is a dance and DJ booth area. Emergency exit leads to the rear yard where there is space for owners parking. Open staircase leads to the mezzanine floor which has a private lounge accommodating up to 25 and looking out over the floor below, plus an arrangement of customer toilets, including a unique “Couples” twin WC. Full coverage CCTV and POS system. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 590765

Monday, 7 April 2025

SOLD - Brooks Restaurant, Brighouse

LONG ESTABLISHED, HIGHLY REGARDED RESTAURANT in Brighouse.

An exceptionally well known and highly regarded, contemporary licensed restaurant in the Calderdale region of West Yorkshire. Established over 30 years ago and trading consistently well, the restaurant is a much loved institution in this vibrant small town, known for its superb choice of trendy bars and quality restaurants. The main restaurant floor has an elegant bar area with seating for 16 to 18 customers and a dining room which is very spaciously laid out to accommodate 40 diners. A private, eclectic dining room in the basement can cater to parties of up to 16 guests. Outside seating is available on bistro tables. Internal decor is earthy and neutral, with original wood floors and is entirely suitable for any manner of theme or cuisine. Truly outstanding back of house areas, rarely seen in the industry, with a superbly equipped commercial catering kitchen on the ground floor. Additional food prep room and large walk-in chiller in the basement, together with a bottle store, dry goods store, chemical room with laundry area. Ladies and gents WCs and staff changing room with WC. The premises has gas central heating, air-conditioning and hard-wired music speakers. Detailed financial information will be made available to seriously interested parties who have attended a formal viewing and met the owners. This is a confidential sale of a very well known restaurant that sits in a prized and enviable position in the centre of the town, with lots of public parking. The town hosts many street events during the year, which attract a colossal amount of visitors to the restaurant and other complimenting businesses. Business on lease. Ref: 590615

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

SOLD - Development opportunity, Keighley

FORMER RESTAURANT, RESIDENCE AND CAR PARK SET IN A 0.439 ACRE SITE in Keighley

Highly recognised and prominent site just off the A650 Airedale Trunk Road between Bingley and Keighley at the Marley roundabout. A former Italian restaurant that has been in the same family ownership for over three decades.

The site would be of particular interest to developers for a potential residential scheme (subject to planning), national corporate restaurant or coffee chains, or independent restaurant or bar operators. Its highly visible location, on one of the busiest A roads in West Yorkshire, will undoubtedly attract a great deal of interest and therefore we strongly suggest that interested parties make an appointment to view the property without delay.

The Property: The site, of approximately half an acre, includes its own vast car park, a substantial stone built restaurant over ground floor, and substantial living accommodation on the first floor, including a family sized and fully self-contained apartment with huge, split level, reception room, dining area, kitchen, bathroom and three bedrooms plus a study. A wrap-around outside balcony and conservatory gives the apartment huge space and appeal.

The restaurant has several trading areas over a number of split levels and a commercial catering kitchen. The restaurant is fully-fitted and equipped, including a wide deck, gas pizza oven and a range of commercial cooking equipment under a vast stainless hood and extraction system. Separate food prep and pot-wash areas. A pass-through from kitchen to the restaurants wait station. There is a main dining room of approximately 135 square metres plus ladies and gents toilets, and a private function room of almost 50 square metres, plus ladies and gents toilets. There is a service bar and a small private dining room for special occasions on a raised floor level. The restaurant has a covered, glass fronted portico which wraps around two sides of the restaurant and provides additional seating. Several rooms on first and second floors above the restaurant kitchens could provide additional live-in accommodation, but are currently utilised for storage, staff toilet and management office.

The Offer: Our client will consider all offers, both for the Freehold interest in the entire property with vacant possession, or Leasehold interest in the restaurant, secured with a new lease, and to include the existing fixtures, fittings and equipment on the premises.

EPC Band C.

Thursday, 26 September 2024

SOLD - Domestic & Commercial Cleaning services

DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL CLEANING SERVICES BUSINESS - West Yorkshire Based.

20 year established, home-based business with an excellent reputation and long standing client list. Easy to run and with very few overheads, the business is very affordably priced and offers a good base of loyal customers from which to build and expand the business. Enterprising new owners can promote the services better, something the current owner has not felt the need to do, using Social Media and traditional advertising such as flyers and mailshot. Loyal and dependable staff are in place, assisting the owner with domestic cleaning, end of tenancy cleans, builders cleans and office cleaning services. Currently, the teams service clients within a three mile radius of east Bradford, but the catchment area could be enlarged to cover nearby Leeds commuter suburbs. The business has been operated to suit the owner of late, as they move toward a well-earned retirement. Sales turnover has been purposely kept below the VAT threshold, despite strong demand for their services. The sale of the business includes an excellent internet domain name. This would be a perfect first venture for an ambitious new prospective business owner. EPC Exempt. Ref: 590326

Monday, 18 March 2024

SOLD - Finesse Cards & Gifts, Baildon

CARDS AND GIFTS in Baildon.

A wonderful opportunity to acquire this long established and well respected cards shop which occupies an absolutely prime trading position on this busy main road through the heart of this affluent West Yorkshire town. The cards shop has occupied these premises for over 20 years. The business is operated in very easy hours over a five day week by our client and two part time staff - real scope to extend the opening times and introduce more gifts as the trade is currently predominantly cards. Whilst the business does have a social media presence, there is massive potential to do much more in raising the business’ profile online to further boost trade. Easy roadside parking right outside the door plus close to the town’s car park. Leasehold premises comprise well appointed walk round sales shop with an array of cards and gifts displays. Stock room, kitchenette and WC. Business on lease. Ref: 588563

Monday, 20 November 2023

SOLD - Finesse, Baildon, Shipley

CARDS AND GIFTS in Baildon, Shipley

Monday, 21 August 2023

SOLD - Otta's Leah - Licensed Cafe & Coffee Shop, Otley.

LICENSED CAFE AND COFFEE SHOP in West Yorkshire

Established cafe and coffee shop which occupies a PRIME TRADING POSITION in the heart of this affluent and much sought after market town. The business is currently operated by our client on artificially restricted hours and would benefit from a new owner who can fully commit to the business and fully utilise all that the premises and the benefit of the drinks licence has to offer. Has previously taken very much more with extended hours. Currently opening late and closing early - huge scope to introduce early mornings and to introduce champagne / prosecco afternoon teas and even into the evenings. The premises are held on lease and briefly comprise beautifully appointed spacious dining area with bar / servery and impressive commercial kitchen with good extraction. First floor WC and access to the unused owners accommodation which requires some work but would create a one bedroom flat. Business on lease. Ref: 588491

Monday, 7 August 2023

SOLD - Michael Bower Menswear, Riddlesden, Keighley

GENTS OUTFITTERS in West Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this outstanding gents outfitters situated in this commanding main road trading position - upmarket, densely populated residential area. The business has been established for over 50 years here and is worked in very easy hours over six days per week. The business is run totally by staff and offers a working owner so much potential to expand. SO VERY RARELY DO BUSINESSES AND PROPERTIES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are freehold and comprise spacious glass fronted sales showroom which has been recently refurbished to make a stunning retail store with many different departments incorporating leisure wear, formal / suits and shirts, outdoor clothing, shoe department etc. To the rear is the alteration room, fitted kitchen, store room, toilet and wash hand basin. Car park. The first floor is completely self-contained and has two superb apartments. Apartment one comprises lovely lounge, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom. Apartment two comprises lounge / fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, combined bathroom. Both apartments have a central heating system. Business & Property. Ref: 586617

Friday, 4 August 2023

SOLD - Abacus Picture Framing, Mytholmroyd, Hebden Bridge

PICTURE FRAMERS in West Yorkshire

This is an excellent, old established and very profitable business which is only reluctantly offered for sale due to the imminent retirement of our client after very many years in the business, during which time it has shown excellent growth and could very easily, in our opinion continue to grow exponentially with the introduction of a digital printing facility to enable online customers to provide digital files to be printed and framed. This is a genuinely rare opportunity to acquire a thriving picture framing business with huge, untapped, growth potential and viewing is highly recommended. The business has built a very impressive reputation over the years and now enjoys a large customer base both on the conventional picture framing services to the public and also with contract framing commercially to a number of commercial enterprises. The premises are immaculate and comprise of art gallery easily capable of displaying many pieces of art and with reception area. To the rear is the open plan workshop which is very well set out and includes a good range of commercial equipment. Above the workshop is a mezzanine level which is utilised as a finishing room, to the rear of the building is a further workshop, large store area and WC. Business on lease. Ref: 587325

Wednesday, 28 June 2023

SOLD - The Station Masters House, Bingley

UNIQUE, FULLY FITTED RESTAURANT / BAR PREMISES in Bingley, West Yorkshire

Formally the Station Masters home at Bingley Train Station, which stood derelict for 30 plus years, and was then brought back to life and totally transformed recently to form this unique and exciting restaurant and bar venue. The Station Masters House is currently closed but offers a key-in opportunity for new owners to re-open quicky in a similar food-led format, or change the concept to a more wet-led operation. No expense was spared in the build and fit-out of this fantastic restaurant bar and there is a huge, pent-up demand from locals for it to re-open without delay. This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef and / or bar manager to acquire a fully equipped and furnished premises and operate it to its full and obvious potential.

The Premises: Highly prominent, detached building, predominantly stone-built with recent, new-build extensions to front and side. Exceptional condition internally and externally, and beautifully appointed throughout. Wonderful attention to detail to all aspects of the refurbishment. The premises remains fully fitted and equipped, including an odour filtering, high capacity extraction system, a modern beer cellar system, display chillers, espresso equipment and indoor and outdoor furniture. Far too many items to list here - a full inventory will be provided to seriously interested parties. The frying range is not included in the sale, however may be available by separate negotiation. Internally: Open plan restaurant and bar sections. Main entrance leading directly from the train station front car park, just off busy Park Road, into the restaurant and bar. The restaurant floor seats 30 customers and has a comprehensively equipped bar with beers taps and hand-pulls. There is a food pass-through from the catering kitchen to the restaurant. Rear entry door gives disabled access. Ground floor, refrigerated beer store. Stairs lead to food prep kitchen. Ladies and gents WC’s. Imaginative tiling, décor and lighting throughout, in-keeping with the train station theme. Gas central heating, full internal and external CCTV and alarm systems. Externally: Outdoor seating to two sides, some on a raised terrace area overlooking the station platform. Business on lease. Ref: 588776

Friday, 23 June 2023

SOLD - Batley DIY Centre

DIY Centre in Batley

Prominent and well-known DIY store which has occupied the same premises on this West Yorkshire, town centre, high street for over 60 years. Our client is now ready for a change and wishes to hand the reins of this very successful and profitable business to energetic and ambitious new owners. Almost entirely run by a small team of staff, who have served the needs of the local townsfolk and established a solid reputation for customer service and drawn a colossal amount of repeat business with a very high weekly turnover. Established in 1958, this DIY centre has become an integral part of the local community. Highly prominent, brick built, semi-detached property over three, split level floors, to include retail sales floor, kitchen/bathroom and sliding door displays. Managers office, staff changing room and kitchenette and staff WC. Stores and goods-inwards area. The display of items for sale is permitted to the front pavement area. Online sales with excellent reviews currently make up around 16% of all sales. Ample and free on street public parking. The building sits at the head of Commercial Street in this densely populated West Yorkshire town.

EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 588485

Thursday, 4 May 2023

SOLD - The Fish Shop, Kippax, Leeds

FISH AND CHIPS TAKEAWAY (CLOSED) in Kippax, Leeds

Rarely do such superbly fitted out and equipped fish and chip takeaways come to the open market, especially ones with the added security of freehold ownership. This is a traditional chippy in the centre of Kippax, a village set between the M1 and A1 motorways some nine miles east of the centre of Leeds, West Yorkshire. This is a bustling village and the business / property benefits from its great location next to the village Co-Op and on the high street itself. Internally the shop has seen a total refurbishment in recent years including installation of top-of-the-line commercial catering equipment, air-conditioning and even a range of back-up equipment. Two pan Omega electronically controlled frying range, religiously cleaned and maintained. All equipment and remaining stock and supplies are included in the sale. Due to the degree of continued upkeep in cleanliness and hygiene, the operation is literally a key-in opportunity and is ready to open its doors and start trading immediately. The Premises briefly comprises: Mid terrace, single fronted property, over ground floor, part first floor and basement. Ground floor: sales shop with separate entry door for customers to the shop and one for staff. Sales counter area is air-conditioned and has a flat screen TV. Counter frying range, rear counter and attractive menu board. Rear food prep area with cooker, two stainless steel upright chillers, commercial microwaves and dishwasher. Pot-wash area. Rumbler / chipper room with tanked-out wet prep area and rear exit door leading to staff WC. External compressor units for the air-conditioning system. Ample food prep and storage areas throughout. First floor: Stairs to landing, racked and filled with dry goods. Former living room, currently being used to store packaging and even boxes of new uniforms for new owners to use. Basement: Two storerooms, mainly utilised for storage of bottled and canned goods. The underfloor extraction flue from the fryer above runs through a portion of the basement. Business & Property. Ref: 587374

Tuesday, 1 November 2022

SOLD - Cafe Mandalay Town Centre Restaurant, Huddersfield

HIGHLY POPULAR TOWN CENTRE RESTAURANT in Huddersfield

Located in the very heart of this large University town in West Yorkshire, this unique contemporary restaurant is the first of its kind in Yorkshire. Well-loved and highly regarded, this licensed restaurant boasts superb social media reviews. 50 covers and fully licensed. This major West Yorkshire town has a gold rated university and hosts almost 20,000 students. Additionally the town has a huge catchment area and is densely populated. The centre of town is a vibrant hub of bars, cafes and restaurants and attracts thousands of shoppers, diners and bar hoppers. Our client is selling due to other business interests - scope here to explore alternative cuisines and introducing daytime / takeaway options in the future. Located in a pedestrianised section of the town, amongst a host of other dining establishments, cafes and bars. Superb and attractive full height glazed frontage and glazed door leading to ground floor dining room and bar. Exceptionally well fitted and equipped commercial catering kitchen with ample preparation and food storage areas. Stairs to first floor dining room and customer WC. Stairs to second floor rooms currently being utilised for storage. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 584994

Wednesday, 5 October 2022

SOLD - Strawberry Fields Fruit & Veg Wholesalers, Keighley.

WHOLESALE FRUIT & VEG, Based in West Yorkshire

Our client has a fabulous reputation amongst a large portfolio of clients including schools, nursing homes, local authorities and restaurants and is a very profitable concern. The operation is run from a commercial unit in West Yorkshire but could be easily re-located if required. The majority of customers are located in West Yorkshire and East Lancashire. Our client enjoys good relationships with suppliers and achieves good margins for this trade. The business premises are available comprise circa 2,500 sq ft of warehouse space. This is a really solid business and our clients will ensure a smooth transition to the new owners, having operated the business since 1994. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE TO APPRECIATE THE QUALITY OF THIS CONCERN. EPC Exempt. Business on lease. Ref: 586684

Tuesday, 19 July 2022

SOLD - Investment Property, Bradford

INVESTMENT PROPERTY in Bradford.

Situated in this highly prominent trading position in West Yorkshire - ABSOLUTELY DENSELY POPULATED RESIDENTIAL AREA. The tenant trades as a children’s day nursery which is very popular in the locality. The business is held on a 10 year lease from 2020 with a five year break clause at 2025 and returns an annual rental income of £24,000. Detached premises offering spacious facilities, comprising reception, office, pre-school room under three’s room, baby room, children’s toilets, staff toilet, fitted kitchen, laundry room. First floor office, toddler room, staff room, toilet and wash hand basin. Externally there is a secure children’s playground with many different play areas. Freehold property. Ref: 586846

Wednesday, 20 April 2022

SOLD - The Market Place Deli, Wetherby

DELI, SANDWICHES AND OUTSIDE CATERING in West Yorkshire

One of the finest deli's in West Yorkshire, situated in the picturesque town in West Yorkshire – HIGH STREET POSITION. Our clients are retiring after over 27 years here. The business is worked over six days in sensible hours. HIGHLY PROFITABLE CONCERN WHICH IS OOZING POTENTIAL FOR SO MUCH MORE. SUPERB UPMARKET HIGH STREET POSITION – VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise very well fitted glass fronted sales shop incorporating three servery display counters with stunning displays of mouth watering food. To the rear is the preparation kitchen, further preparation area. Open bakehouse with three deck oven, office, two walk in fridges, cellar. First floor toilet and wash hand basin, office, outer store. Business on lease. Ref: 584778

Friday, 1 April 2022

SOLD - Womack Central Fisheries, Normanton

FISH AND CHIPS CAFE AND TAKEAWAY in Normanton

A proverbial institution in this busy West Yorkshire town centre, having been under the same family ownership for over 100 years, the opportunity has now arisen for energetic and enterprising new owners to take this business into the future. Located directly off the main pedestrianised shopping thoroughfare and surrounded by high density housing, the natural footfall and general catchment area is second to none. Very much priced to sell due to retirement, this is an excellent opportunity for the right person to take advantage of a very realistically priced fish and chips business with low overheads, very reasonable rent and flexible lease terms.

Triple wide, ground floor lock-up premises with highly attractive glazed and tiled frontage. Entry to traditional chippy takeaway service counter and frying range. Doorway through to cafe seating area accommodating 22 diners. Entry to frying area with excellent electronic three pan frying range and cash out counter, rear long food prep counter with sink, bain marie and extraction hood. Drinks display chiller. Rear food prep room with deep sink, cooker and refrigeration. Door to rear yard where there is a brick built outbuilding incorporating a customer and staff toilet and the fully cladded wet-room with rumbler and chipper. Storage room for dry goods with additional refrigeration. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 586794

Thursday, 17 March 2022

SOLD - Grey Horse, Wakefield City Centre

CITY CENTRE FREEHOLD FREEHOUSE in Wakefield for Sale.

A tremendous opportunity for property investors and pub operators looking to acquire a substantial and prominent, detached traditional pub on a large site in the centre of this major West Yorkshire city. The property is very much PRICED TO SELL and may well be of interest to developers, given the size of the site. The city centre has seen and is continually undergoing a vast program of urban regeneration and this site is well placed to benefit from this. Located close to one of the city’s two major train stations and the West Yorkshire History Archive. The city’s main retail parks are close by, as is the popular canal waterfront. Future planning in the proximity includes a Tileyard Recording Studio (famous for its Kings Cross studio breaking innovative new talent) and new business and enterprise parks. One of a rare breed of privately owned, city centre FREEHOUSES available FREEHOLD, this is the first time the pub has come to the open market in the last 22 years. The owner is now looking to retire and is running the pub on a very low key basis, on short hours, and yet it is still returning our client a good profit. Energetic and enterprising new owners could really do well here as the property has the benefit of under-utilised areas such as a large, separate music room with dance floor and a kitchen. The pub is popular with several sports teams and has its own pub game teams. The premises:- Substantial, detached premises over ground and first floors with three bedroom accommodation and bathroom on first floor. Ground floor pub premises with long bar, pool room, large lounge and hall leading to the music / entertainment room. Ground floor catering kitchen. Ladies and Gentlemen’s toilets. Rear access to covered patio area and smoking solution. On-site parking for two to three staff cars. Business & Property. Ref: 584730

Wednesday, 2 February 2022

SOLD - Vickers Street Social Club, Castleford.

FREEHOUSE AND SOCIAL CLUB in Castleford.

Superbly presented freehouse and social club situated in this very densely populated residential area just off this bustling West Yorkshire town centre. These substantial freehold premises have not only been maintained to a very high standard but have also benefitted from substantial investment and many recent improvements. The business enjoys a large membership and particularly loyal customer base due in no small part to the many ‘pub-teams’ and community activities run by the business. This business is very profitable indeed. VIEWING HERE IS ESSENTIAL. VERY PROFITABLE BUSINESS WITH TWO SEPARATE APARTMENTS PROVIDING EXCELLENT ACCOMMODATION. The property provides excellent commercial space and super, distinctly separate residential accommodation. Consisting of large and spacious air conditioned main bar with pool table area and large screen TV, ladies and gents WC’s and small beer garden / smoking area. Separate ‘snug’ with access to the bar. Extensive beer cellar. The managers flat offers two bedrooms, kitchen area, combined bath / shower room with a self-contained luxury apartment, one bedroom, bath / shower room, living room. Business & Property. Ref: 585056