SOLD - Hoddens MOT, Vehicle Repairs, Service & Tyres business, Stoke on Trent

MOT, VEHICLE REPAIRS AND SERVICE AND TYRES BUSINESS in Stoke-on-Trent 

This is a professionally run garage business, servicing and repairing all makes and models.  The business trades on an excellent reputation with a 5-star Google rating based on 161 reviews at the time of writing.  The business was established in 2005 by our clients and has provide itself to be a very profitable enterprise. This is a garage and MOT station that is hard to beat and we HIGHLY RECOMMEND AN EARLY VIEWING.  The premises are available freehold or on a new lease with sensible rent.  The premises briefly comprise secure car park with access to two of the workshops and reception area with WC off.  MOT workshop with vehicle lift, rolling road and tyre bay, vehicle repair workshop with three 2-post vehicle lifts.  Second workshop with three further 2-post vehicle lifts, oil store and stock room.  First floor office, two stock rooms and staff room. Business on lease. Ref: 591033

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SOLD - The Place in the Park, Hartlepool

CAFE AND RESTAURANT, GIFTS AND CONFERENCE SUITES in Hartlepool

An exciting opportunity to acquire this impressive award winning cafe and restaurant which is well known in the area and enjoys a fantastic reputation and reviews.  The business has been successfully operated by our client since 2008 and is now brought to market due to our client's pending retirement.  A solid foundation for enthusiastic new owners to build upon and develop even further.  The business benefits from both tourist and year round local trade.  The substantial premises are held on lease and really must be seen to be appreciated.  Comprising public restaurant area together with two separate conference areas which cater for various events such as afternoon teas, local playgroups, private parties and functions.  Well-equipped commercial kitchen with an array of quality catering equipment and good extraction system.  Secondary food preparation room, dry storage and walk in cold store.  Staff room and WC.  Two sets of customer WCs which service the main restaurant and the private function suites.  Externally is a private garden area which in the better weather is used for additional seating area and events, bouncy castle hire etc.  Another popular part of the business is a gifts and toys section, selling toys and outdoor games for people to use in the park.  EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE! Business on lease. Ref: 590432

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SOLD - Barnard Butchers, Brigg, North Lincs

BUTCHERS in North Lincolnshire

A great opportunity to acquire a very well-established butchers based on the high street in the centre of this North Lincolnshire market town.  Established for over 60+ years and has been operated by our clients since 2016 who are now pursuing other business interests.  They have an excellent reputation locally with five-star reviews online and on social media, offering a range of quality fresh meats as well as homemade sausage and burgers.  There is an immediate opportunity for a new owner to build on existing sales by introducing cooked meats, groceries and trade supply.  The premises are a single storey mid-terrace property with approximately 49 sq m (529 sq ft) of internal area.  It comprises of the main sales shop with long display counter and preparation areas, walk-in cold room and kitchen.  Storeroom and staff WC. Business & Property. Ref: 590393

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SOLD - Smiths Food Bar, Barnsley

SANDWICH BAR in Barnsley

A fantastic opportunity to acquire this immaculately presented sandwich bar which is run entirely by staff - full time working owners could take big money here.  The premises were extensively refurbished by our client in 2020 including new shop front and must be seen to be appreciated.  The business trades in easy hours over six days and achieves an enviable weekly turnover. Our client is now looking to retire, presenting a wonderful opportunity for enthusiastic new owners to build on these solid foundations and reviews.  The premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise Glass fronted sandwich bar,  customer waiting area and counter leading to open plan well-equipped kitchen with extraction system.  Small store and WC to the rear. Business on lease. Ref: 588892

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SOLD - J & S Automek, Doncaster

VEHICLE REPAIR GARAGE in Doncaster

Owned and operated for the last 40 years, with a steady stream of some 400 loyal repeat customers. The owners now wish to retire and handover this very well equipped garage to ambitious new owners who can take the business to the next level.  All work is currently carried out by the owner who increasingly finds himself turning business away of late, as the demand is high, but with one eye on retirement, he does not feel it is the right time to take on any employees. Lots of good reviews however new owners with a modern grasp of social media and self-promotion would undoubtedly benefit hugely, as the current owners don’t even have a website.  All business has come in by word of mouth alone.  The garage works closely with a nearby MOT station and a bodyshop, all working together for mutual benefit.  Conventional modern industrial unit of approximately 113 sq m (1,200 sq ft) of floorspace, including an office and WC. Two, two-post hydraulic lifts, one of which is a recently installed Tecalemit 4,000 KG, capable of lifting motorhomes. Air compressor unit. Oil catchment. Lots of tool chests. Some diagnostic equipment. New, secure three year lease began April 2023. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 590089

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SOLD - Mahon Kennels & Cattery, Ferryhill, County Durham

OUTSTANDING KENNELS BUSINESS AND RESIDENCE in Ferryhill, County Durham

One of the finest kennels and cattery businesses to come to the open market in recent times. A truly impressive country house set in extensive grounds totalling circa 1.1 acres with long distance views out toward the Cleveland Way area of natural beauty. Mahon House Kennels and Cattery boasts excellent reviews and prides itself in providing a warm, loving and safe environment for its clients beloved pets. Situated in a rural part of County Durham yet easily accessible from the A1(M) and A177 - an extensive catchment area which includes Bishop Auckland, Billingham, Darlington, Durham, Hartlepool, Newton Aycliffe, Sedgefield and Stockton-on-Tees. In-plan and in-build new housing projects promise to substantially expand the current customer client base. The kennels and cattery are registered for 60 dogs and 25 cats. The kennels are made up of enclosures to suit small dogs, large dogs and family groups of dogs. Both dog and cat enclosures have a heating supply. Outside covered runs for safe and secure exercise, plus a 30-metre-long grassy paddock for play. Spacious cat cabins have windows, shelving and cat flaps to covered, individual outdoor runs. Larger cabins for clients with several cats. To each block of kennels and cabins there is a specific feed prep and utility area. Other small pets such as rabbits, hamsters and birds can be catered for too. Large customer car park and reception block, with a professionally equipped wash and grooming room. This is an area of the business that has huge potential should new owners wish to offer this as an additional service and promote the fact that the facility exists. Undoubtedly this would prove to be a very profitable, bolt-on facet of the business. Our clients love of animals took them on a pre-planned journey toward retirement. Running a kennels and cattery business was part of that dream. Our clients bought the property and business with one eye on retirement and with the idea that they would run the business on a fairly low-key basis to suit their intended lifestyle, however, their reputation has put them in very high regard with pet owners and subsequently the demand for their services is rapidly outgrowing their energy levels. Internally: Formally a traditional farmhouse, largely refurbished in recent times and providing a very attractive, cheerful, warm and very comfortable family home. Entry via porch to reception hall and ground floor toilet with wash basin. TV snug / living room with wood burning fireplace. Very spacious open plan modern kitchen and dining room. The dining room has an ornate cast iron feature fireplace and room for a study area. Separate utility / laundry room. Door from kitchen leads out to a day room with access out on to the outdoor paved terrace. Stairs to landing and three double bedrooms. A smaller room is currently used as a dressing room but could easily be converted to provide an en-suite bathroom for the master bedroom. House bathroom with shower over bath. The house has LPG heating throughout. Externally: Large, paved terrace and extensive lawned orchard garden with mature trees to the secluded rear of the property. Attached outbuilding providing a useful workshop. Front lawned garden with greenhouse. Detached long barn adjacent to the main house. Two additional outbuildings which incorporate the kennel and cattery reception and a garage / storeroom. Business & Property. Ref: 587234 

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SOLD - The Tannery, Hipperholme, Halifax

BAR / RESTAURANT (FREE OF TIE) in Halifax

An excellent opportunity to acquire this busy tapas restaurant with strong reputation, great reviews and potential for growth.  There is capacity for (at a minimum) 40 in the main bar, 40 in the conservatory, as well as a sports bar upstairs plus two outdoor seating areas.  As a fully running business, the business is ready to step straight into and is a perfect opportunity for someone wanting to acquire their first place or someone wanting to open further sites.  There is a good social media following as well as a VIP mailing list with over 1,000 active subscribers to pass on to any future owner.  Current fayre is tapas, Sunday roasts and burgers, but this could easily be changed due to the large and well equipped kitchen with an abundance of commercial equipment.  Full bar with multiple keg lines and three real ale lines.  Full ground floor level cellar with plenty of storage.  There is ample storage on site, a large walk in fridge, large car park, and a large beer cellar.  Upstairs space used to be accommodation, could be returned if required though the current layout incorporating the sports bar proves to be very popular plus there is plenty of storage / potential to convert the former bedrooms into further lounges or adapt to private function area. Business on lease. Ref: 589987

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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

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SOLD - Axholme Cattery, Crowle, Scunthorpe

CATTERY in Scunthorpe

A superb freehold cattery with living accommodation in this idyllic location at the edge of this much sought after and affluent village in North Lincolnshire with excellent road connections via the M180, M18, M62 and M1 motorways. Well established cattery, licensed for 40 cats and having 25 pens including one family pen and four triple pens.  The business has seen many recent improvements and the pens which have been constructed to a high standard have been built around a beautiful well-tended garden in a cloister style.  The business also trades on its first class reputation with five star reviews on Google, Facebook and Yelp.  The freehold premises on a site of circa 1.1 acres which briefly comprises customer reception with spacious pet kitchen which is fully fitted off and staff / customer WC.  The cattery is to the rear of the property built around a delightful garden and offers 25 excellent cat pens which are superbly maintained.  The private accommodation consists, spacious living room with beautiful fitted kitchen, combined bathroom with shower over bath, super double bedroom with French doors leading out to the private garden, dining room.  The property is set in substantial grounds and gardens with well stocked pond, pagoda patio, summer house and garden shed.  Lawn to the front with private car parking. Business & Property. Ref: 588510

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SOLD - Happy Grillmore, Crossflatts, Bingley

SANDWICH SHOP in Bingley

This has to be one of the most prominent buildings in the Aire Valley and its only due to our clients ill health that this very well-known business is being marketed for sale. The business enjoys a fantastic reputation with a large and loyal customer base and some great reviews.  This site is ideally located close to masses of housing.  Excellent turnover with potential to do even more - VIEWING IS A MUST HERE.  The business trades in easy hours over a six day week and will benefit from the security of a new lease (subject to landlords consent).  This is a substantial stone built end of terrace property with easy parking to the side and forecourt with a large decking area for external seating.  Internally is a large glass fronted display, carvery section and lots of display fittings.  To the rear is a large and well equipped commercial kitchen, staff WC and large basement storage.  Separate WC for customers.  EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 586735

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SOLD - Kings Deli & Sandwiches, Sheffield

Deli & Sandwich Shop, Sheffield

One of the city’s longest established and well known sandwich shop which is famous for its hot roast pork sandwiches.  The business is run predominantly by staff and achieves an excellent turnover in easy day time openings with no deliveries – very good gross profit margins.  The business enjoys a super reputation with some great reviews and with the redevelopment going on around it, the business is likely to go from strength to strength.  The premises are offered with the security of a new lease and very sensible city centre rent.  THIS IS A SUPER BUY – PRICED TO SELL.  VIEWING IS A MUST HERE.  This is a good sized ground floor shop unit with traditional frontage and security shutter.  Internally is a large shop with large display counter and a good range of fixtures and fittings.  To the rear is a large preparation kitchen.  First floor store and WC.  Option for adjacent shop unit at an additional £80 per week rent. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 584788

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SOLD - Gillian Stevens Podiatrist, Worksop

HEALTHCARE RELATED SERVICE BUSINESS WITH FREEHOLD DETACHED PREMISES in Worksop

Undoubtedly this property will be of interest to any Healthcare Service providers as well as persons or groups in the legal and professional fields looking for quality office space, or operators of beauty and aesthetics related businesses looking to acquire their own Freehold premises.  Alternatively, for the property investor, the potential rental income return here would be well in excess of 10% per annum.   Located in the centre of this densely populated town in the Bassetlaw District of North Nottinghamshire and directly across from the towns Health Centre, the location of this prominent detached property is second to none.  Our client has operated a highly successful state registered chiropody clinic from the premises for over 18 years and is now moving toward a well-earned retirement.  This substantial stand-alone detached premises is brick built and stands on a level site of approximately 0.10 acre.  Internally the layout is open plan and of almost 1,000sq ft of ground floor space with several partition walls separating a total of four spacious private individual treatment rooms and an equipment  sterilisation prep room from the large reception area.  Additionally, the floor space includes a fully-fitted kitchen and customer WC.  Currently, two of the treatment rooms are being rented on an informal basis producing £100 per week.  Externally there are walkways to both sides of the building, leading to a large paved rear yard and some landscaped areas.  For those wishing to take on the goodwill of the existing podiatry business with excellent reviews and take advantage of a mailing list of over 3,500 clients on the private practice software, plus the obvious ongoing referred business from the adjacent main Health Centre, the business boasts a solid annual turnover. The business is mainly run by staff and therefore a hands-on owner operator or practice partnership could considerably raise the Net Profit margin by simply saving on wage costs. Business & Property. Ref: 585204

 

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SOLD - Investment Property, Featherstone

INVESTMENT PROPERTY in Pontefract

An opportunity to acquire this excellent investment property situated in this bustling town centre - SUPERB HIGH STREET TRADING POSITION.  The property is let in two lets - the retail butchers on the ground floor and the first floor two bedroom flat.  The retail butchers are held on a five year lease with rent reviews every three years on a fully repair and insuring lease.  The premises comprise well fitted sales shop with two walk in cold rooms.  Toilet and wash hand basin.  The first floor is completely self-contained and comprises fitted kitchen, lounge, two bedrooms and bathroom. VALUABLE FREEHOLD PROPERTY. Ref: 585065

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SOLD - Deli-Cious, Halifax

COFFEE SHOP in Halifax

Very exciting opportunity to acquire this popular and very profitable coffee shop located in Halifax town centre.  Our client has owned the business since 2007 and enjoys an excellent reputation and great reviews.  Worked in easy hours over six days and impressive profits on accounts.  AN EXCELLENT BUY – WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND VIEWING.  Very sensible rent given the position and the security of a new lease (subject to landlords consent).  The unit is deceptively spacious and arranged over two floors, comprising 22 cover coffee shop with a very tasteful décor with a large counter area to the rear.  Well equipped kitchen and WC.  First floor store room and office.  Very impressive 20 cover external seating area. Business on lease. Ref: 583157

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SOLD - Just Scrumptious, Rishworth, West Yorkshire

COFFEE SHOP, West Yorkshire

A beautifully presented coffee shop offering fresh coffee, choice of teas and deliciously prepared food located within the a Farm Shop complex – this is a perfect location with plenty of visitors all day long and a busy main road position with lots of passing trade.  Our client has developed a super business with an excellent reputaion with 5 Star Reviews on Google and Trip Advisor. Very Sensible Overheads and Potential To Do So Much More -  AN EXCELLENT BUY.   This property is full of character and presented to the highest of standards and briefly comprise large counter area with tiled floor and walls and a small waiting area with nice displays.  The coffee shop is set on a beautiful stone floor with tasteful decor and 26 covers , well equipped commercial kitchen and separate store to the rear.  Outside seating area. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref; 583317
 

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SOLD - Puccinis Restaurant & Bar, Coningsby, Lincoln

FULLY LICENSED RESTAURANT (40 COVERS PLUS ALFRESCO DINING) in Lincoln

An opportunity to acquire this outstanding restaurant in this bustling shopping centre – DENSELY POPULATED HIGH STREET POSITION, benefiting from the towns car park at the side.  The restaurant is newly opened and superbly fitted and equipped.  The business is worked over seven evenings – real potential here for a good lunch trade.  Many great reviews for satisfied customers. Comprising reception leading to the cocktail bar, restaurant seating 40 people comfortably, superbly fitted commercial kitchen with all new equipment, superb extraction, toilet with disabled facilities, pizza preparation to the rear and pizza oven.  To the rear is a very large courtyard and patio area which could be made into an amazing outer seating area.  Gas central heating system. Business on lease. Ref: 583607

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SOLD – Mick’s Plaice, Hemingfield, Barnsley

FISH & CHIPS (14 FRYING HOURS PER WEEK) in Barnsley

Our client has operated this business since 2001 and enjoys a fabulous reputation with great reviews in the local area. The business only operates on six openings per week – just 14 frying hours per week. A FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY – VIEWING IS RECOMMENDED HERE. The premises are offered with the security of a new lease (subject to landlords consent) and has generally low overheads. THIS IS A SUPER BUY – DO NOT MISS OUT. This is a single storey lock up property ideally located at the centre of this popular Barnsley suburb. The premises briefly comprise: good sized sales shop with modern three pan counter range. To the rear is a preparation room with good quality equipment. Eye catching frontage. Business on lease. Ref: 582946

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