SOLD - The Ganton Greyhound, Ganton, Scarborough

17 BEDROOM HOTEL, BAR AND RESTAURANT in Ganton, Scarborough

Originally a thriving 17th-century coaching inn, The Ganton Greyhound Inn has been sympathetically extended and refurbished to offer 17 individually styled letting bedrooms, each with its own charm and character.  Two individual buildings surrounding a large central courtyard.  The main building features a spacious ground floor with a welcoming snug, an inviting lounge bar (28 covers), a bright and airy conservatory breakfast room (38 covers), and a delightful restaurant ideal for entertaining guests. The first floor also provides comfortable private accommodation for owners or managers, offering a true retreat with open roof terrace and private garden.  Adjoining the inn is a modern two-storey extension housing ten superior letting rooms, including three generous family rooms that can sleep up to four guests.

Ground Floor (six letting rooms):  Reception / Public Bar, 28-cover Lounge Bar with shared servery, Conservatory Restaurant (28 covers), Function Room with stage and dance floor, Conservatory Breakfast Room, Catering kitchen, dried goods store, beer cellar / store.

First Floor (main inn): 3 ensuite double bedrooms with access to roof terrace, 4 further double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, Single bedroom with wash basin (linked to a double ensuite room), Private accommodation including office, shower room, fitted kitchen, sitting room, and master ensuite bedroom with terrace access. 

Additional two storey, purpose built wing of guest letting rooms: 10 ensuite bedrooms across two floors.

Outside: Large grassed garden with paved terrace and fish pond, Private garden with BBQ area, summer house, and koi pond, Garage, workshop, laundry, and log store, Ample car parking to front and central courtyard.

Business Overview

The Ganton Greyhound enjoys an established reputation and an excellent position on the A64 trunk road between York and Scarborough, benefitting from high year-round passing traffic. The inn also attracts repeat trade from nearby Ganton Golf Club, walkers on the Wolds Way, and visitors to the North York Moors, Scarborough, Filey, Bridlington, and Whitby.  Healthy forward book of reservations into 2026. 

The business is currently operated part-time by a couple (now retiring), supported by a small number of part-time staff. Despite limited opening hours (including no Sunday trade)

Opportunities for Growth

Extending opening hours, particularly during the busy Easter to October season

Expanding function and event bookings, including weddings

Introducing special packages, promotions, and breaks to boost off-peak trade

Key Highlights

Historic 17th-century coaching inn on the busy A64

17 letting bedrooms, including spacious family rooms, plus owner / manager accommodation

Popular restaurant with strong reputation

Excellent profits with scope for further growth

Large outdoor space, perfect for small weddings or events

Ideally located for coast, countryside, and major visitor attractions

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SOLD - The Surface Table Company, Engineering surface table manufacturers and refurbishers, Preston.

ENGINEERING SURFACE TABLE MANUFACTURERS AND REFURBISHERS in the North of England 

Specialist suppliers of new and refurbished surface tables in cast iron, granite and steel.  Over 100 used surface tables always in stock, extensive stock of angle plates, box cubes, parallels & vee-blocks etc. Suppliers to automotive, aerospace, toolmaking, welding & fabrication, and many other manufacturing industries.  Currently operated from a 5,000 sq ft industrial premises in the North West but can be re-located to anywhere in the UK.  Existing premises can be retained on favourable terms or swapped for smaller premises of perhaps 3,000 sq ft which would be sufficient to house the operation.  Somewhat niche yet simple to run, the business achieves high net profits from the sourcing of used surface tables from liquidation sales or asset disposals these are then refurbished in house to companies with such requirements. Demand is high.  There is also the potential to develop a bolt-on complementing business, importing granite plates from overseas which are also in high demand and would prove to be a profitable addition to the existing business.  Established supplier from China already in place. There is potential for the owner to stay on in place for a period of time to accommodate the smooth transition of client base, order book and basic methodology of the refurbishment processes.  EPC Exempt. Business on lease. Ref: 586652

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Let - Vacant Premises, Rastrick, Brighouse

VACANT UNIT – HAIR & BEAUTY USE, Brighouse

A fantastic opportunity to acquire this newly refurbished unit which would be ideal for use as a Hair/Beauty salon. The unit has been refurbished throughout including new windows and doors, roller shutters, re-wiring, re-plumbed, floors tiled, walls and ceiling plastered, offering a “Blank Canvas” for the new Tenant.  The premises are situated in a busy parade surrounded by residential properties with easy road side parking .  Units in the parade include a hot food take away co-operative supermarket, fish & chips shop, newsagents and cafe.   OFFERED WITH A NEW LEASE & SENSIBLE RENT – EARLY VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AS THIS WILL NOT BE ON THE MARKET FOR LONG. New lease available. Ref: 584707

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SOLD- The Croaky Frog Cafe, Batley

COFFEE SHOP, CAFÉ AND TEA ROOMS WITH 24 COVERS (closed at present) in Batley

An opportunity to acquire this delightful tea rooms and coffee shop situated on this bustling high street trading position – busy town centre with parking right outside. Totally refurbished premises from top to bottom. The business was worked in only a four and half day week, closing Saturday lunch time to Tuesday morning. The site oozes potential for a new owner to really establish a fantastic business here.  This could also easily operate as a restaurant and would benefit from a table licence for wines, spirits and beers (subject to planning etc.). HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – PRICED TO SELL.  GENUINE REASON FOR SALE, DUE TO SERIOUS ILLNESS. New lease available with sensible rent and comprise: glass double fronted unit incorporating outsales with good servery, sporting one of the latest two station coffee machines for all those specialist coffee’s, cappuccinos, lattes etc.  24 cover coffee shop, tea rooms that must be seen to be appreciated. First floor is an amazing, immaculate large commercial kitchen which would please the keenest of chefs.  Superbly tiled ladies and gents toilets.  Second floor storage.  Basement dry store. Business on lease. Ref: 581412
 

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SOLD - Hair Boutique, Cottingley, Bingley

HAIR SALON in Bingley

Recently refurbished Hair Boutique worked in easy trading hours open 5 days per week with working owner working 3 days, exceptionally low overheads - and is presented to a standard way beyond other salons in this price bracket. Our client has owned and operated this salon since 1997, during which time she has established an excellent local reputation, however is now selling to pursue business opportunities outside the hairdressing sector.  VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  The premises are offered with a new lease and low rent, subject to landlords consent. AN EXCELLENT BUSINESS. This is a ground floor lock up salon located on a poplar parade in the old part of the village in a highly prominent position with very easy roadside parking. Very attractive and modern shop frontage and internally comprises reception area, three work stations, back wash station, stock area and WC. Superbly presented with very tasteful décor. Business on lease. Ref: 559290

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Let - Fish & Chips premises, Leeds 5

FISH & CHIPS SHOP in Leeds

An opportunity to acquire one of the best sites in Leeds within a densely populated area of Leeds – IMPOSING CORNER POSITION. The shop has been totally refurbished throughout and VIEWING IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST. The premises will be held on a secure new lease with sensible rent and comprise newly tiled sales shop from the floor to the ceiling and sporting a modern three pan counter range.  Preparation room which is again fully tilled, all new commercial dish washing room, large newly fitted kitchen, new shower room and toilet. The first floor accommodation may be available to rent.  EPC Band E. New lease. Ref: 581464

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SOLD - Pride & Produce Coffee Shop, Garforth, Leeds

COFFEE SHOP, SANDWICHES & DELI in East Leeds

Professionally fitted and equipped coffee shop with corporate branding and which really must be seen to be appreciated. The premises were completely refurbished during 2016 to an exceptionally high standard. The premises occupy a PRIME TRADING POSITION with easy roadside parking. This is a bustling shopping street which is consistently busy.  A MUCH SOUGHT AFTER TRADING POSITION in this quality, affluent area of East Leeds with easy access to the motorway network. The business is run in easy hours entirely by staff and achieves a very impressive turnover whilst working on first class profit margins. Use of technology with advanced EPOS and customers apps helps drive sales and maintain margins. Scope here to introduce a lunch delivery service. The premises briefly comprise: immaculate customer dining area which is tastefully furbished and superbly presented, seating 27 diners and open plan servery and commercial kitchen to the rear with an array of high quality catering equipment, store. First floor dining for 16 diners and ladies and gents WC’s. Business on lease. Ref: 559300

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SOLD - The Bramhope Deli, Bramhope, Leeds

DELI in North Leeds

This is quite simply a stunning deli which occupies a fabulous position on this much sought after village in North Leeds. The premises were extensively refurbished with no expense spared in 2016 to create this fabulous modern deli which must be seen to be appreciated. The business achieves an excellent and increasing weekly turnover. The premises are held on a secure lease with a very fair rent and an option to sub-let the accommodation (subject to landlords consent). This is a spacious three storey building with the benefit of a large forecourt and briefly comprise beautiful double fronted shop premises with a tasteful and contemporary décor including a wealth of displays, fixtures and fittings. To the rear is a well-presented commercial kitchen. To the first floor is a lounge, double bedroom, bathroom and two attic bedrooms. Enclosed garden and single garage.  Business on lease. Ref: 557923

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SOLD - The Plaice, Copmanthorpe, York

FISH & CHIP SHOP in York.

One of the finest fisheries seen for a very long time, completely and totally refurbished to the highest of standards and situated in the heart of this thriving village centre – HIGH STREET POSITION. The business is worked in very easy hours – only five tea time openings and one lunch opening per week. This site oozes potential for so much more. No expense has been spared in the total refurbishment of the premises. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: fully panelled sales shop sporting a three pan Hopkins Generation 4 High Efficiency counter range.  To the rear is the preparation kitchen, toilet and wash hand basin. A large new fish and potato preparation room has been built to the rear of the premises and a patio has been made. To the front of the premise is a parking forecourt. Business on lease. Ref: 557950

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Beehive Fisheries, Bradford - SOLD!

FISH & CHIPS SHOP in Bradford

Well established fish & chips take away business occupying what one of the best trading positions in the area, a HIGHLY PROMINENT position opposite Tesco. Huge passing trade and the premises are surrounded by dense housing and many commercial premises within striking distance. This site would be extremely hard to beat! The premises are EXCEPTIONALLY WELL PRESENTED having been completely refurbished in 2013 at a cost of approximately £60,000!! Following refurbishment the business has gone from strength to strength and benefits from a turnover that has not only shown recent growth but a TURNOVER THAT CONTINUES TO GROW from a range of only 9, short openings. OBVIOUS SCOPE TO INCREASE MUCH FURTHER WITH EXTENSION OF EXISTING OPENING TIMES OR ADDITIONAL OPENINGS. Premises held on lease with very sensible rent and briefly comprise: surprisingly spacious stone built property arranged over two floors and occupying a corner position offering an immaculate sales shop with state of the art, 3 pan island range, superb and spacious preparation room with rumbler and chipper, store room. First floor storage and WC. VIEWING HERE IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST – This is a genuinely rare opportunity to acquire not only a THRIVING BUSINESS but one that is run from premises that was recently refurbished to such a HIGH STANDARD. Business on lease. Ref: 556243

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Bluebell Hotel, Burton Agnes - SOLD!

Bluebell Hotel, 18 Bedroom Hotel, Restaurant, Conference Suites & Bars, Burton Agnes. Outstanding FREEHOLD BOUTIQUE HOTEL set in its own spacious grounds being situated in the picturesque village of Burton Agnes, located between the market town of Driffield and the seaside resort of Bridlington. The hotel is a great place to unwind and relax and enjoy the luxurious en-suite bedrooms, family rooms/ disabled adapted rooms, garden rooms suitable for pets. The hotel

was closed for the best part of 12 months while it was completely gutted and refurbished at an astronomical cost. Re-opened for business in July 2009. Turnover £9,000 - £12,000 per week. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Currently run entirely by management. Has been marketed at £1,250,000. We are now instructed by the bank to look at offers. A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY! Further details and colour brochure available on request. REF 201643. for more information on Ernest Wilson Business Agents, visit www.ernest-wilson.co.uk