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Monday, 26 July 2021

SOLD - Bespoke School Furniture, Mirfield

BESPOKE SCHOOL FURNITURE Based in Mirfield.

An opportunity to acquire this well-established manufacturer and supplier of Early Years Educational school furniture. The business is worked out of a well fitted joinery shop in Mirfield West Yorkshire but works for many education authorities across the country with a solid base of repeat customers. The business is easily run by one person and is worked in very easy hours over five and a half days per week. Our client is retiring due to ill health after over 10 years here. Potential for much more with the right online marketing and advertising, especially through Facebook, Instagram and Youtube – a new, enthusiastic owner here can take this business to the next level. Our client will be willing to stay on and teach the new purchaser the business until they are confident to take the reins. PRICED TO SELL FOR THE GOODWILL, FIXTURES AND MACHINERY. Premises held on easy tenure with very low rent. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with energy, enthusiasm, vision and drive to make a substantial amount of money. There are websites where you can tender for jobs in education all over the country, even abroad - this is an area than can easily be exploited. Business on lease. Ref: 583351

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Wednesday, 21 July 2021

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 and has shown recent and continuing growth. 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

Monday, 19 July 2021

SOLD - Deli Venture - SANDWICH BAR & CAFE, Sheffield.

SANDWICH BAR & CAFE, Sheffield

A fabulous opportunity to acquire a superbly presented sandwich bar & cafe occupying a super position at the heart of this densely populated commercial estate. This site is surrounded by 1000’s of employees of the many works and offices right on the doorstep. Currently run by staff – An excellent opportunity for a working owner to really take this from strength to strength. The premises were completely refurbished in 2017 with no expense spared – formal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality of this concern. Secure lease and low overheads – Easy Hours over a six day week – GREAT BUY. Spacious ground floor unit briefly comprising large saleshop with glass fronted counter, preparation area and canopy, commercial flooring and tasteful decor with 12 cover seating area with space for more. To the rear is a commercial kitchen, staff room. Business on lease. Ref: 585061

Wednesday, 14 July 2021

SOLD - Corner News, Hillsborough, Sheffield

NEWS, SWEETS, GREETING CARDS, TOBACCO WITH LOTTO in Sheffield

Very busy newsagents, occupying a PRIME SITE in this bustling small town centre serving this densely populated residential which surrounds this busy shopping area. Very profitable business and could in the right hands increase with a modest further investment and the introduction of new lines. Run in relatively standard hours for the trade over a six and a half day week. The premises are held on lease with modest rent and briefly comprise self-service sales shop with small area to the rear and storage above. Sale is due to retirement after many successful years. Business on lease. Ref: 583062

Monday, 12 July 2021

SOLD - Pablos Fish & Chips Restaurant & Takeaway, Blackpool

FISH AND CHIPS RESTAURANT AND TAKEAWAY in Blackpool

Exciting opportunity to acquire what can only be described as a ‘Blackpool institution’ and one of the town’s most successful fish and chips operations. The business has been in our clients family for generations and comes to the market for the first time in many decades. The business trades in just eight months of the year and is run entirely by staff at present - a wonderful opportunity to drive the business forward under an even more ‘hands on operator’. This is a superb corner position directly opposite the South Pier on the main promenade, close to the Blackpool Pleasure Beach. The building is substantial and consists of a 120+ cover restaurant with overflow cafe for a further 40. Self-contained takeaway with huge commercial kitchens and stores to the rear. Large first floor staff apartment and office. Two three-pan island ranges and a wealth of quality equipment and refrigeration. Business on lease. Ref: 585436

Friday, 9 July 2021

SOLD - Wellington Inn, Jump, Barnsley

FREEHOLD FREE OF TIE WITH DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL in Barnsley

Traditional, community pub on a substantial plot with huge development potential (subject to planning consent). Prominent, detached property operating as a Free-Of-Tie public house. The pub is centrally located in a community village in the Borough of Barnsley. The pub has operated under the same ownership for over 35 years and it is only now, after a well-deserved retirement that the property comes to the open market. The property will be of interest to developers as it sits on a large plot of circa 0.3 of an acre, making it a good candidate for potential residential development. The pub is currently trading on a basis to suit the retired owner and has therefore considerable potential for energetic and enterprising new owners to attract more patronage from the local community. The premises benefits from a 1am licence to trade. The premises comprises:- The property is detached, mainly of stone construction and over ground and first floors, with a concrete block, flat roof extension to the rear. Double pitched tiled roof. Single storey lean-to extension to the right side. There is a strip of land to the left side of the building, parking for several cars on block paving to the front and a large lawned beer garden and children’s play area to the right side of the pub. Internally – Porch entry to open plan pub with areas designated for pool games and darts. Bar with 8 beer serving towers. Seating for 6 or 8 at bar. Lounge areas will comfortably seat 50. Ladies and gents WC’s. Behind the back bar is the pub kitchen and the beer cellar / bottle store. Private accommodation is on the first floor and includes two double-sized bedrooms, living room, a modern kitchen and bathroom and a hanging closet space. Business & Property. Ref: 584842

Wednesday, 7 July 2021

SOLD - Blue Marlin Fisheries, Alverthorpe, Wakefield

FISH AND CHIPS TAKEAWAY in Wakefield

This is without question one of the best presented fish and chip shops currently on the market and we strongly urge a formal viewing to fully appreciate the quality of this concern. The business has achieved a significantly greater turnover in the past, however, our client has other commitments and is not suited to the trade. Very easy hours over a five day week - THIS HAS SO MUCH POTENTIAL. This is a single storey lock-up unit fronting a busy main road with easy parking right outside the shop. Internally, is a modern shop unit with a three year old three pan high efficiency Hopkins range. To the rear is a large preparation kitchen. Separate potato room, store and WC. The premises have low overheads and a sensible lease. THIS IS A FABULOUS BUY. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 585515

Monday, 5 July 2021

SOLD - Hopwoods Sandwiches & Coffee, Saltaire

SANDWICH BAR in Saltaire

This is undoubtedly one of the best sandwich bars currently on the market combining an excellent business and operating from a much sought after location. Our client has run this business since 2009 and has a fantastic reputation achieving a super turnover in easy hours over 5 days – a fantastic buy and we strongly recommend viewing. A spacious single fronted traditional stone built property which comprises open plan shop with feature brick wall and stunning glass fronted counter, serving hatch through to a well equipped commercial kitchen with 'White Roc' walls, to the basement is a large storage space and preparation area. The business has the security of a new lease and very sensible overheads for such a prestigious location. Potential to do even more. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 585036

Wednesday, 30 June 2021

SOLD - Antiques Farm - Coffee Shop & Tea Rooms, Lepton, Huddersfield.

COFFEE SHOP & TEA ROOMS, Huddersfield

An opportunity to acquire this delightful tea room and coffee shop situated in this commanding position. A very busy main road site with car park. The business is run predominantly by staff due to illness. The business is worked in very easy hours over 5 days per week – working owners could take this to the next level. A highly profitably concern. Situated on the Main A642 with Over 10,000 Vehicles Passing Daily. SENSIBLY PRICED TO SELL. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are held on lease with very sensible rent comprising open plan spacious unit tastefully furnished with seating for 44 covers plus outer seating area, outsales area and servery, coffee station, very well fitted commercial kitchen, dish washing kitchen. To the rear is the car park. Business on lease. Ref: 585250

Monday, 28 June 2021

SOLD - Hawes Youth Hostel

FULLY LICENSED YOUTH HOSTEL (52 BEDS) in North Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this outstanding hostel situated in a delightful market town in the Yorkshire Dales. The area attracts thousands of visitors and is surrounded by stunning rolling countryside, ensuring the success of this venue. Only retirement forces this sale. The whole premises are immaculate throughout - VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL HERE. Rarely do businesses of this calibre reach the open market, especially hostels. SENSIBLY PRICED - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises have undergone a major refurbishment programme and are immaculate throughout. The premises are held on a long lease and comprise reception lobby with drying room off and boot room, hostel reception and booking in office. Ground floor, two excellent bedrooms. First floor twelve guest bedrooms. The guest rooms are a mixture of rooms sleeping from two to eight people. Ladies and gents shower rooms, store room, staff room, two toilets and two showers. Very large guest lounge with dining room off, patio and barbeque area. Superbly fitted commercial kitchen incorporating preparation areas, dishwashing, cooking and excellent extraction. Bar. There is also a self-catering kitchen for guests. Externally there is a large secure cycle store that holds up to 30 cycles. Large store area, delightful gardens and grounds. Car park. The owners accommodation is completely self-contained and comprises lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen and three bedrooms. The premises enjoy the benefit of an oil fired central heating system. Business on lease. Ref: 585195

Wednesday, 23 June 2021

SOLD - 10 Green Bottles Licensed Cafe, Retford

LICENSED COFFEE SHOP in Retford

This is quite simply a stunning coffee shop which is presented to the very highest of standards and must be viewed to be fully appreciated. This is a fabulous position with passing trade all day long and a very eye-catching frontage with on street seating area. The business is run entirely by staff due to our clients commitments elsewhere and is an ideal buy for a working owner to take this business from strength to strength. The business operates as a good quality traditional independent coffee shop offering cakes, scones and pastries together with a good range of sandwiches, paninis and wraps. The site has a 5 star hygiene rating A FABULOUS BUY. This is a beautiful and characterful building with a stunning frontage with an eye-catching canopy. Internally is a deceptively spacious split level coffee shop with feature bar and very tasteful décor. WC, office and basement storage. Business on lease. Ref: 583076

Monday, 21 June 2021

SOLD - Sutton on Hull Card & Gift Shop, Hull

GREETING CARDS & GIFT SHOP in Hull

An opportunity to acquire this delightful village greeting cards and gifts store situated in this bustling shopping centre within this lovely residential area of Hull. The business has been run by the present owners for many years who are now to retire. The property can also be available for a vacant possession. Worked in very easy hours over a five and half day week. This shop oozes potential for so much more with younger, enthusiastic owners. The freehold premises comprise spacious retail walk round store offering gift department with a large selection of Yankee Candles and costume jewellery. The business also benefits from a combi till. To the rear is the store room, kitchen, toilet and wash hand basin. The first floor is an immaculate apartment which is self-contained, comprising reception leading to lovely, well fitted breakfast kitchen, lounge with dining area, one bedroom, shower room and toilet. This can be very easily rented out if required. Business & Property. Ref: 581719

Thursday, 17 June 2021

SOLD - Today's Corking Wines, York

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in York

Exciting opportunity to acquire this fabulous high turnover convenience store located in this excellent suburban position, one mile north west of the medieval city of York. Our clients have operated this business since 2003, during which time they have developed a large and loyal customer base and enjoy a super reputation, particularly for the sandwich and snack ranges - newspapers & magazines. HUGE POTENTIAL TO MAKE THIS EVEN MORE PROFITABLE. EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY WHICH WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND IS VIEWED. This is a very well fitted shop occupying a corner position and briefly comprises good sized sales shop with a wealth of fixtures and fittings (has a slush puppy machine, coffee machine, specialist oven providing freshly baked bread), rear preparation kitchen, large store and WC. The first floor accommodation above is self-contained and provides large lounge with adjacent dining room, kitchen, bathroom and a large double bedroom. Parking outside with a waiting area for unloading lorries. Our clients own the adjacent two bedroom property which may be available by separate negotiation. Business on lease. Ref: 557917

Monday, 14 June 2021

SOLD - Dale Bakery, Denby Dale

RETAIL BAKERY in Huddersfield

First class sandwich bar situated in this bustling shopping centre within a well populated residential area and having the benefit of light industry in the area. The business is run entirely by staff and worked in very easy hours over a six day week. HIGHLY PROFITABLE CONCERN. RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise well fitted sales shop with good display, serve over counter units. To the rear is the preparation kitchen and dishwashing, toilet and wash hand basin. Lower ground floor store room with walk in cold room and further store. Business on lease. Ref: 585269

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

Monday, 7 June 2021

SOLD - Room 112 Hair Salon, Leeds

LADIES HAIR SALON in Leeds

An opportunity to acquire this stunning modern hair salon that must be seen to be appreciated. The salon has literally thousands spent in it. The concern is situated in this commanding main road, bustling shopping centre. The business is run totally by staff - our client works only a few days per month as she has other business interests and cannot cope with both. Tremendous opportunity to take the big money here - this is one of the nicest salons seen for a very long time and is priced at a fraction of the cost of even the refit. VIEW EARLY, THIS WILL GO. The premises will be held on a secure new lease, very sensible rent and comprise seated reception area, open salon incorporating eight work stations, twin island back wash station, staff kitchen / colour preparation. Toilet and wash hand basin. Forecourt parking. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 585372

Friday, 28 May 2021

SOLD - CELEBRATION CAKE BUSINESS in Morley, Leeds

CELEBRATION CAKE BUSINESS in Morley, Leeds

Very exciting opportunity to acquire this excellent business which has been in operation for over 20 years and enjoys a fabulous reputation for celebration cakes in Leeds and surrounding counties. The huge demand for quality celebration cakes that this attractive retail ‘shop window’ attracts has meant that the volume of orders has somewhat outgrown the capabilities of the owner. This is an ideal buy for a creatively minded individual who could continue this solid concern and potentially drive it even further forward. It is highly recommended that this business is viewed to fully appreciate the quality of this concern. Alternatively, this highly prominent and superbly located retail premises would suit other kinds of commercial venture, subject to planning approval. The business is operated from a stunning double fronted, ground floor sales shop in the fringes of a popular Leeds town with easy road side parking. Internally is a very tasteful reception / consulting area, open plan decorating and finishing kitchen, rear preparation kitchen, office and WC. Very well equipped and maintained property. Business on lease. Ref: 584655