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Thursday, 6 May 2021

SOLD - Elford Grove Post Office, Leeds

SUB POST OFFICE & FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE PLUS ACCOMMODATION in Leeds

This is a superb mains Post Office business and general store – HIGHLY PROFITABLE CONCERN. The business is situated in a commanding main road trading position within a densely populated residential and industrial area – LITERALLY THOUSANDS OF HOUSES SURROUND THIS UNIT. The business is worked in sensible hours over six days, closing at 6.30pm. The store was refurbished in 2014 and is currently used as a lock-up by the present owners. Retirement Sale. This site could take the big money is the hours here were extended. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – ONLY NEED SEEING. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise modern, well fitted self-service unit incorporating two positon fortress Post Office department plus one open combi positon. Store room, large basement, toilet and wash hand basin. First floor is a living room, kitchen, one bedroom, shower room and toilet. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 559175

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Tuesday, 4 May 2021

SOLD - California Gardens - Garden Centre, Howden, Goole

GARDEN CENTRE in East Yorkshire.

An opportunity to acquire one of the finest sites in the Yorkshire region, set in approximately 3.75. The business is positioned on a major ‘A’ road with around 19,000 vehicles passing on a daily basis. The centre has been in the same family ownership for the last 140 years – our clients are now due to retire. The business is worked in very easy hours over seven days and is run predominantly by staff – scope here for a new owner to easily double and treble the existing turnover. Our clients are to retire after a lifetime here – younger, enthusiastic new owners could take this to the next level. The business and freehold property has been sensibly priced. The sales showroom and outdoor sales areas occupy 59,226 sq ft of retail space with many different departments from gifts, gardening, plants, trees, pottery, furniture and so much more. There is also a very lucrative coffee shop and cafe which is a great asset to the business. Ladies and gents toilets. Offices and stores. The property also benefits from its own very large car park. Business & Property. Ref: 584885

Friday, 30 April 2021

SOLD - Helmshore Post Office & Convenience Store, Haslingden, Rossendale.

POST OFFICE & CONVENIENCE STORE in Rossendale

Immaculately fitted convenience store which has received substantial recent investment and really must be seen to be appreciated. The business is run in easy hours for the trade over a six day week and would benefit from the introduction of an off licence (subject to licence and consent) to increase sales on the private side and would do very much more in the right hands. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on lease with modest rent and low overheads and are beautifully presented and briefly comprise spacious self-service sales shop with excellent refrigeration and super range of product displays and two position combi counter plus general position counter. Kitchenette, stock room and WC to the rear. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 583063

Wednesday, 28 April 2021

SOLD - Knab Farm Shop, Sheffield.

FARM SHOP in Sheffield

A wonderful opportunity to invest in a rapidly growing and highly regarded and profitable farm shop with the freehold property from which it operates. The business was established some 26 years ago and is therefore somewhat of an institution in the area and beyond. Customers come from far-a-field to the farm shop for its selection of home-grown produce and artisan goods. Locals in abundance use the farm shop for picking up their daily groceries. This is a very solid business with a tremendous reputation and loyal client base. The property sits within an attractive short parade of complimenting shops and a trendy café. It lies just off bustling Abbeydale Road and is surrounded by more affluent south Sheffield suburbs between the Botanical Gardens and Graves Park. Single fronted ground floor shop property on street side, with side street access to a lower ground floor for easy delivery access and substantial stores. There is a semi-permanent timber structure over the forecourt which is covered and enables the shop to display more goods outside and / or allow customers to sit outside whilst enjoying their purchased goods. The forecourt forms part of the freehold site included in the sale. The shop is open plan and comprehensively shelved and stocked. Trade counter over a chilled display cabinet. As well as the side road access to the lower ground floor there are internal steps from the shop leading down to the store room. Staff WC. EPC Band C. Business & Property. Ref: 585288

Monday, 26 April 2021

SOLD - Sugar Kingz Cafe, Dessert Bar & Diner, Morley, Leeds

CAFE, DESSERT BAR & DINER, Morley, Leeds

Exceptionally busy cafe occupying a prime trading position in this busy town centre close to a large main shoppers car park. The business achieves a very impressive turnover weekly whilst maintaining super profit margins. Run by our client with the assistance of a small team of part time staff. Very successful business which has recently partnered up with deliveroo but huge scope here to join Just Eat and really drive the business forward. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. VERY PROFITABLE BUSINESS. The premises are held on lease with sensible rent and briefly comprise attractive saleshop offering well fitted and superbly presented customers dining area seating 40 customers and coffee/dessert prep area. To the rear is an impressive commercial kitchen with a super range of quality catering equipment and extraction system. EXCELLENT VALUE FOR MONEY AND VIEWING HERE COMES HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY THIS OFFICE. Business on lease. Ref: 584701

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

Wednesday, 21 April 2021

SOLD - The Butlers Pantry, Leeds

CAFE AND SANDWICH BAR in Leeds

An opportunity to acquire this delightful sandwich bar with small eat in area. The cafe is situated in this commanding main road trading position with a densely populated residential area of Leeds. Positioned in the middle of a bustling shopping parade with easy roadside parking. The business is worked in very easy hours, closing at 2pm over a five day week. The potential here is unlimited - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on a secure lease with low rent and comprise open plan sales shop incorporating outsales and servery sporting a two station coffee machine, breakfast bar type seating. To the rear is a superb commercial kitchen with commercial extraction. Toilet and wash hand basin. Business on lease. Ref: 585099

Monday, 19 April 2021

SOLD - Costcutter, Workington, Cumbria

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE AND FULL LOTTERY in Cumbria

An opportunity to acquire this superb freehold property and highly profitable business situated in a highly prominent trading position. OOZING POTENTIAL FOR SO MUCH MORE. The premises comprise: modern, professionally fitted self-service sales shop with good refrigeration and cash out display unit, two store rooms. First floor very large dining kitchen with snooker table, lovely lounge with two picture windows, third bedroom, bathroom. Second floor two very large double bedrooms. Courtyard for car parking and store. Business & Property. Ref: 557803

Wednesday, 14 April 2021

SOLD - The White Swan Pub & Caravan Park, Newton on Rawcliffe, Pickering.

PUBLIC HOUSE AND CARAVAN PARK in Pickering

An opportunity to acquire this village pub and caravan park in the North Yorkshire National Park that attracts tens of thousands of visitors and tourists. The business operates over five days, offering tremendous potential for so much more. The business has become too much for our clients, giving a new enthusiastic owner to take this to the next level. Located in a lovely village just five miles from Pickering and is ideally placed for the steam railway in Pickering, Dalby Forrest and the Go Ape that is situated there. The business is also close to the villages of Helmsley, Malton and Goathland. The business is worked over five evenings except Saturday and Sunday when it opens 12 Noon to 11pm and Fridays 3pm to 11pm. This is a highly profitable business in the National Park – RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET. TRULY OOZING POTENTIAL FOR SO MUCH MORE, ONLY NEEDS THE RIGHT ENTHUSIASTIC OWNERS. The premises are freehold and comprise reception leading to the main bar and lounge. The main lounge offers spacious facilities for dining, snug / further restaurant facilities, very well fitted commercial kitchen. The first floor offers two en-suite letting bedrooms which are currently unused. Lovely lounge, modern fitted dining kitchen, owners double bedroom, family bathroom. The second floor offers a studio apartment incorporating office, lounge with dining area, double en-suite bedroom. Outer courtyard with ladies and gents toilets, barn with walk in cold room, utility / laundry room, shower and toilet blocks, parking area, three stables, workshop, garage. Tenting camp site, stunning caravan park licensed for 42 pitches, patios and private gardens. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AND PRICED TO SELL. Business & Property. Ref: 583617

Monday, 12 April 2021

SOLD - Talbot House Bed & Breakfast, Pateley Bridge.

FULLY LICENSED TEA ROOMS AND BED AND BREAKFAST in North Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this absolutely stunning tea rooms situated in this much sought after area in North Yorkshire which attracts thousands of visitors, tourists, walkers and cyclists ensuring the success of this concern. The business is worked in very easy hours over six days and only five days in winter. The concern occupies a prime position on the high street. This is a retirement sale after over ten years here. RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET, ESPECIALLY IN THIS POSITION. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - SENSIBLY PRICED. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise reception leading to the tea room and servery with its lovely display of cakes and coffee station. Second tea room which is again tastefully furnished. Well fitted commercial kitchen, further kitchen / preparation room. Toilet and wash hand basin. Owners en-suite bedroom with shower, toilet and wash hand basin. First floor there are four en-suite bedrooms. Second floor there are three letting bedrooms which are again all en-suite. Three of the rooms can be double or twins. Linen cupboard, store. The premises enjoy the benefit of a gas central heating system. To the rear of the premises is a very large paved tea garden that can easily seat up to 50 people comfortably. Business on lease. Ref: 585240

Thursday, 8 April 2021

SOLD - Leeds Bradford Neurophysiotherapy, Rawdon, Leeds

NEUROPHYSIOTHERAPY PRACTICE in West Yorkshire

Our client established this impressive practice in 1997 as a one person practice and moved into the present premises in 2015. Our client is now looking to sell for family reasons. The practice has an enviable reputation for providing high quality neurological physiotherapy treatments for adults with stroke, acquired brain injuries, Parkinson's and other neurological conditions. It also offers treatment from experienced specialist Paediatric, Vestibular and MSK physiotherapists. Treatments offered include home treatments, hydrotherapy and Parkinson’s class. Patients are largely self-funding, also case managed, NHS and private health insurance. The practice has a good website and social media presence. The practice has the capacity to expand if the successful purchaser chooses. New secure lease with sensible overheads. A well run profitable concern. The business is run from impressive, spacious premises in West Yorkshire with its own parking area and easy on street parking. Good disabled access with a pressure pad to open the door. Briefly comprises large reception area with desk and seating area. Offset to the rear of the reception desk is a staff kitchen area, private treatment room and disabled WC. The various treatment areas are divided with privacy curtains and are well equipped and presented. First floor office / treatment room and storage. Business on lease. Ref: 585323

Friday, 26 March 2021

SOLD - Steers Beers Convenience Store, Sheffield

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE AND LOTTO in Sheffield

Increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a high turnover licensed convenience store. This business is priced to sell due to genuine reasons. The business occupies a fabulous position on this busy parade of shops next to an Iceland supermarket and opposite KFC and Costa Coffee - MASSIVE FOOTFALL OF PEOPLE ALL DAY LONG. Huge passing trade and easy parking. Superb turnover and profit margins. The premises are held on a secure lease and sensible rent. VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE - A GREAT BUY. This is a substantial double fronted premises with an impressive frontage and professional signage. Internally is a well fitted, open plan sales shop with a wealth of quality fixtures, fittings and refrigeration and counter area. Basement store room and WC. Forecourt parking area. Self-contained two bedroom flat to the first floor. Yard to the rear. Business on lease. Ref: 585113

Thursday, 25 March 2021

SOLD - Caistor Lakes Leisure Park with 6 lodges, 140 cover restaurant and 3 lakes.

LEISURE PARK WITH SIX LODGES, 140 COVER RESTAURANT AND THREE LAKES in Lincolnshire for Sale.

An opportunity to acquire one of the finest leisure parks in Lincolnshire. This very professional park operates throughout the year and is highly profitable. The freehold premises are set within a 6.5 acre site, offering a wide range of activities from fishing on any one of the three lakes or dining at the superb 140 cover restaurant / tea room or simply have a drink and relax on the patio overlooking the lake. Rarely do businesses of this calibre reach the open market. This net profit figure is with only six lodges – once the other ten are built, the net profits should be much higher. The centre comprises driveway leading to the main reception lounge with directors office off. An automatic barrier leads to the 28 touring caravan site, professionally laid on white pebbles with grass patio area for each caravan. Car park re-surfaced and warehouse built June 2020 at a cost of £125,000. Three superbly stocked and lined fishing lakes, ensuring no leakage of water. Six stunning, detached lodges which must be seen to be appreciated. The lodges typically comprise superbly fitted breakfast kitchen with top of the range integrated units, two double bedrooms with fitted furniture, a bathroom to die for incorporating spacious glass shower cubicle, toilet and wash hand basin. Huge glass patio doors lead to a beautiful decked patio overlooking the lake. The six holiday lodges are all very similar to one another. Our client has had permission passed for a total of 16 lodges. The fully licensed 140 seater restaurant and bar is again superbly fitted and equipped with a top of the range servery, spacious fitted commercial kitchen offering an abundance of hi tech commercial equipment and extraction. Ladies, gents and disabled toilet facilities. Brand new ladies and gents shower blocks which again must be seen to be appreciated. The property benefits from being flood lit and has its own very large car park on site. Business & Property. Ref: 584872

Tuesday, 23 March 2021

SOLD - Korner Kabin News & Convenience, Harrogate

FULLY LICENSED NEWS, SWEETS, TOBACCO, GREETING CARDS, TOYS & WOOL in Harrogate

An opportunity to acquire this delightful village greeting cards and toy shop in the much sought after town of Harrogate – DENSELY POPULATED AREA. The business is worked in sensible hours over a six and half day week and works on very good profit margins. TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL FOR FULL CONVENIENCE STORE. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: spacious well fitted sales shop with good cash out unit. Office, store room / kitchen area, toilet and wash hand basin. Court yard and two store sheds. PRICED TO SELL DUE TO RETIREMENT. Business on lease. Ref: 557854

Thursday, 18 March 2021

SOLD - Ramages Hardware, DIY & Tools, Ormskirk, Lancs

OUTSTANDING HARDWARE, DIY, TOOLS AND REPAIR BUSINESS AND INVESTMENT PROPERTY in Lancashire

A truly outstanding opportunity to acquire a long established, unique and vital DIY hardware and gardening equipment business, run out of a substantial busy main road site. The property investment includes three fully let flats producing a rental income return of almost £14,000 per annum. Additionally there is an outbuilding with two garages.
The Business: The DIY store and complimenting bolt-on services have been trading here for over 30 years under the same family ownership. It is only now that retirement beckons that the property and business comes to the open market. The business currently has a weekly turnover in excess of £5,000 as its owners wind down and leave the store predominantly staff run. Historically, when both owners were far more engaged in the daily operation of the business. Undoubtedly, under the right energetic and enterprising new ownership, the business will quickly reach historic levels of turnover and beyond. The extensive store offers two floors of DIY goods and tools. On the first floor, as well as sale goods, there are areas dedicated to the repair of machinery such as chainsaws, trimmers and blowers, key cutting machinery and chain repair / replacement and sharpening workshops. The store is an approved Husqvarna main dealer, incorporating sales, service and approved repair. They are also ‘Oregon’ dealers. The business owns a number of websites which contribute substantially to the businesses online presence and e-commerce trade. Chain sharpening, knife sharpening and key cutting services produce high profit margins. The business not only attracts local and e-commerce trade, many customers travel from outlying areas to shop at the store or to bring by equipment for servicing.
Premises : Prominent corner property at the end of a commercial parade of other shops and businesses. The property is of brick construction over ground and first floors. The shop premises is over the ground and first floor at the main road front elevation of the building. The side of the building has shop stores and utility areas to the ground floor and three income producing rental flats on the upper floor. There exists a separate private entrance to the flats above. The property has its own parking, rear yard and outbuildings. Within the brick built outbuildings there are two garages. Utility areas, storage, staff WC and kitchen to the rear of the shop. Large basement being utilised for surplus storage and staff lockers. Business & Property. Ref: 584849

Tuesday, 16 March 2021

SOLD - The Fika Room Cafe & Tea Rooms, Easingwold

FULLY ALCOHOL LICENSED COFFEE SHOP / TEA ROOMS (UP TO 42 COVERS PLUS 32 OUTSIDE) in North Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this delightful coffee shop and tea rooms situated in this idyllic North Yorkshire market town. The tea room is run by the current owner who is trying to study and run the business at the same time, therefore it is currently run predominantly by staff. The concern is run in very easy hours, Thursday - Sunday 9:30am to 5pm , missing out on the main breakfast trade. It would also greatly benefit from opening seven days per week. The business could double and treble its turnover with the right enthusiastic husband and wife team at the helm. The premises will be held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise reception leading to the outsales servery and coffee station offering superb display refrigeration, coffee shop and tea room seating up to 42 people comfortably, ladies, gents and disabled toilets plus baby changing. To the side is a superbly fitted kitchen which must be seen to be appreciated. There is a lovely courtyard which can double the seating capacity. Business on lease. Ref: 585187

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

Monday, 8 March 2021

SOLD - Circles Cafe & Gin Bar, York

CAFE AND GIN BAR in York

Ever dreamt of running your own very unique food and drink establishment in the heart of the ancient city of York? An establishment operating from Grade 2 listed premises next to the old Roman battlement walls? We have the perfect place for you. One of York’s favourite little haunts, this delightful and easily operated cafe benefits from having one of the most prominent and visible historic sites in the city. Thousands of cars and tens of thousands of people pass by this cafe every day. Closed Tues & Wed. There are very few establishments in York city centre that are permitted outdoor seating and this cafe has an open, garden terrace. The business is dual faceted with a good level of daytime lunch trade and a rapidly developing daytime and evening cocktail service. Recognised for their delicious cake, artisan coffee, speciality gins and exotic cocktails. The introduction of breakfasts and / or bistro evenings would take the business to another level. The Premises briefly comprises:- historic, stone built, grade two listed building over ground, lower ground and small single room upper floor. The cafe is mainly on the ground floor with counter servery and seating to accommodate 30 guests. The business also offers private functions and room hire . Stairs to lower ground floor where the customer toilets are located. There is a funky little attic space at the top of a spiral staircase which is about to be turned into a VIP room. To the side of the cafe is a spacious outside garden terrace area for customers. EPC Band G. Business on lease. Ref: 584988

Wednesday, 3 March 2021

SOLD - L G Wigglesworth Vacuum Plastic Forming Business, Oxenhope, Keighley

VACUUM PLASTIC FORMING BUSINESS in West Yorkshire

Old established business which has been run by our client for approximately 20 years. The business produces a range of plastic vacuum formed products on behalf of customers. General practical skills are required. Our client is content to provide a short handover/training period.
This is a retirement sale and our client only works approximately 34 weeks a year. This offers a new owner easy scope to increase growth and turnover by opening throughout the year and canvassing the business to potential new customers. This is a profitable business which achieved super net profits for the financial year ended May 2019. View early. EPC Band F. Business on lease. Ref: 583105

Monday, 1 March 2021

SOLD - Ben & Eddies Fish & Chips, Brighouse

FISH & CHIPS TAKEAWAY & CAFE, West Yorkshire

A wonderful opportunity to acquire this fish & chip takeaway and restaurant which was extensively re-furbished in March 2019 to a very high standard. Situated on a busy main road in this West Yorkshire town centre being surrounded with shoppers and workers all day long. A GREAT OPPORTUNITY for enthusiastic new owners to further build this concern. Run in sensible hours over 5 days. EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. These town centre double fronted premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise spacious outsales area with a newly fitted 4 pan Florigo Range. Fully Tiled saleshop, well furnished restaurant area seating 34 plus customers in comfort. To the rear are 2 large food preparation areas. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 583637