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.
Friday, 15 August 2025
SOLD - Newhouse Store, Esh Winning, Durham
Thursday, 10 June 2021
SOLD - Compstall Post Office, Stockport
COMMUNITY POST OFFICE & FULLY LICENSED VILLAGE STORE in Stockport
An opportunity to acquire this delightful freehold village post office and fully licensed general store situated in this wonderful village. The present owners are retiring after many years here. The business is worked in easy hours over six and a half day week, closing at 6.30pm each evening. This store could take the big money in this position – it just needs longer hours to utilise the off licence, a real deli counter. A bake off unit in here would transform this business. PRICED TO SELL DUE TO OUR CLIENTS PENDING RETIREMENT. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises comprise self-service sales shop with many different departments, open post office counter with combination position. Store room to the rear. Toilet and wash hand basin. Business & Property. Ref: 583045
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, 10 March 2021
SOLD - Wadsworth Post Office and General Store, Hebden Bridge.
POST OFFICE AND GENERAL STORE WITH THREE BEDROOM FAMILY ACCOMMODATION in Hebden Bridge
Our clients have owned and operated this village store and Post Office since 1983 and are now selling to enjoy a well-deserved retirement. Located at the heart of the village, this is very much the ‘hub’ of the old town and is a well patronised and respected business with a very good reputation. This is a beautiful location with breathtaking views and countryside all around – WHAT A LOCATION TO LIVE AND WORK. A FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY. Worked in easy hours for the retail sector and plenty of potential to do more. VIEWING IS A MUST. ’The business is currently exempt from business rates as it is considered a rural necessity, and is particularly well patronised as it is a considerable distance from the nearest town. This is a substantial stone built detached property which is presented to a high standard and comprise retail shop with a single Post Office counter adjacent to the main retail counter and a good range of fixtures and fittings. The accommodation is very tasteful and can be accessed from the shop. Ground floor lounge and large porch, kitchen with stairs down to a large cellar which opens up to a beautiful enclosed garden to the rear and side of the building. To the first floor is three double bedrooms with super views and a family bathroom and a stock room. Large loft space. Business & Property. Ref: 583496
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, 9 December 2020
SOLD - Mickle Trafford Post Office, Chester
SUB POST OFFICE, NEWS & GENERAL STORE in Chester
Super opportunity to acquire this very popular business located in this much sought after Cheshire village. Our clients have operated the business for the last 16 years during which time they have established a solid and loyal customer base with an obvious potential to develop the retail offering with the introduction of new lines. The business is easily run by a single owner with part time assistance. Secure lease and very low overheads. The business is the only shop in this idyllic village on the outskirts of Chester and is operated in relatively easy hours for a retail trade. Excellent footfall from the Post Office and an excellent news sheet. Working on good margins – AN EXCELLENT BUY. GENUINE SALE DUE TO BEREAVEMENT. This is a well-presented ground floor shop unit of approximately 500 sq ft with off street parking to the forecourt and a large glass frontage. Internally is a large open plan retail shop with a good range of fixtures and fittings, counter area adjacent to the single position Post Office counter. Rear store and WC. Business on lease. Ref: 583137
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, 2 October 2015
SOLD - Sheriff Hutton Post Office, York
An opportunity to acquire this valuable freehold site in the picturesque village of North Yorks. A substantial property offering a HIGHLY PROFITABLE BUSINESS AND POST OFFICE ALONG WITH 4 BEDROOM FAMILY ACCOMMODATION PLUS POTENTIAL BUILDING PLOTS (subject to planning consents) this is to the rear of the property with seperate access. To the front is delightful gardens. THIS IS THE ONLY SHOP IN THE VILLAGE - A MONOPOLY SITE OOZING WITH POTENTIAL TO DO SO MUCH MORE. The business is run over five and a half days and would benefit from longer hours and introducing a good delicatessen counter and an application for an Off Licence to turn the site into a full convenience store. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business and property. Ref: 556164
Monday, 14 September 2015
Sheriff Hutton Post Office, York - sold by Ernest Wilson business agents
An opportunity to acquire this valuable freehold site in the picturesque village of North Yorks. A substantial property offering a HIGHLY PROFITABLE BUSINESS AND POST OFFICE ALONG WITH 4 BEDROOM FAMILY ACCOMMODATION PLUS POTENTIAL BUILDING PLOTS (subject to planning consents) this is to the rear of the property with seperate access. To the front is delightful gardens. THIS IS THE ONLY SHOP IN THE VILLAGE - A MONOPOLY SITE OOZING WITH POTENTIAL TO DO SO MUCH MORE. The business is run over five and a half days and would benefit from longer hours and introducing a good delicatessen counter and an application for an Off Licence to turn the site into a full convenience store. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business & Property. Ref: 556164
Thursday, 26 March 2015
The Arabian Horse Public House and Village General Store, Aberford, Leeds - sold by Ernest Wilson
Thriving pub and village general store boasting a super turnover, situated in a delightful village East of Leeds – HIGH STREET POSITION. The business is worked in sensible hours over 7 days. The public house is impressive and offers tremendous potential for so much more. Our clients do not do food – a real opening for good food in this thriving village. The premises are held on a secure lease and comprise: reception leading to spacious lounge with central bar, 2nd lounge area, function area, refrigerated beer cellar, well fitted commercial kitchen (virtually unused as only a small amount of food / snacks are made). First floor offers attractive family accommodation comprising: lovely lounge with French windows leading to a large sun terrace, well fitted kitchen, 3 good bedrooms and bathroom. To the side of the pub is the village store, comprising: open plan unit incorporating open plan unit incorporating news, general groceries, soft drinks, greeting cards etc. Business on lease. Ref: 555674
Monday, 10 February 2014
Another business sold by Ernest Wilsons - Meadows General Store, Hessle, Hull
Well established convenience store fronting onto a busy main road through a densely populated residential area with easy local parking. Easily run business trading over ONLY SIX DAYS PER WEEK at present, which presents immediate and obvious scope to increase turnover and profits by introducing Sunday trading. The freehold premises comprise: smart, well fitted and equipped sales shop with sandwich bar area - Food Hygiene Rating of 4. Private family accommodation providing: lounge, fitted kitchen. First floor offers 3 bedrooms. REAL SCOPE HERE TO INCREASE – particularly with the introduction of Sunday trading and sandwich deliveries to improve the already good sandwich trade that this business enjoys. Business and property. Ref: 554841
Selling a business ? Call now for a free valuation on 0113 238 2900 or for more information on Ernest Wilson Business Agents, visit www.ernest-wilson.co.uk








