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Friday, 22 October 2021

SOLD - Mini Monsterz Play Centre, Eastfield, Scarborough

CHILDREN’S PLAY CENTRE AND CHILDREN’S PARTY VENUE in North Yorkshire

An opportunity to acquire this superbly fitted and equipped children’s play centre situated in this prime trading position, just off the A64 in a bustling business park. This is a highly profitable concern. The business is worked in very easy hours over seven days. SO VERY RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - A GOOD, SOLID BUSINESS. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise reception leading to the open plan unit incorporating 250 seater cafeteria with wonderful servery with coffee machine for those specialist coffees etc and where mums and dads can watch their children play while they have a snack and a coffee. Superbly fitted commercial kitchen which must be seen to be appreciated. The play areas are substantial, offering an abundance of hi tech play equipment including large climbing frame, steep drop slide, four lane ‘Astra Slide’, 45 degree racing slide, spiral slide, two toddler slide, ball pit and blowers, ball cannon, cool zone, electric go kart track with four go-karts, two party rooms, laser tag guns, office / store room. Business on lease. Ref: 585394

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Monday, 18 October 2021

SOLD - The White Horse Inn, Ampleforth, York

TRADITIONAL COUNTRY PUB WITH LETTING ROOMS AND RESTAURANT in York.

An opportunity to acquire this delightful country pub and 60 cover restaurant situated in this very absolutely stunning village near York. The business is worked in very easy hours just five days per week, offering tremendous potential for so much more here. Scope for seven day operation here. This lovely village pub only needs seeing to be appreciated. The premises will be held on a new seven year lease and comprise reception leading to the main lounge with beamed ceiling and attractive bar, restaurant area and second bar. Further restaurant room. The first floor offers three en-suite double bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, office. Large car park. The premises enjoy the benefit of an oil fired central heating system with a new boiler. EPC Band D. Business & Property. Ref: 585439

Wednesday, 13 October 2021

SOLD - Batley Curtains, Batley

RETAIL UNIT in Kirklees

An opportunity to acquire this substantial double property situated in a commanding high street position within a bustling town centre site and with the benefit of free customer car parking to the rear. Our clients are retiring after over 35 years here running a very successful business. Vacant possession will be given on completion. The premises have traded for many years as a curtains and blinds showroom for over 35 years, however it would suit most retail trades but ideal for hot food takeaway (subject to any necessary planning consents). There may be an option to acquire the business by separate negotiation. The premises comprise spacious sales showroom, office. Basement. First floor large workshop and sewing room, kitchen, toilet and wash hand basin. There is a self-contained property to the side which were formally used as a solicitors office many years ago. This comprises first floor reception, second floor four offices, large dining kitchen, ladies and gents toilets. Externally there are two car parking spaces to the side of the premises. This self-contained unit is in need of renovation. Business & Property. Ref: 585446

Monday, 11 October 2021

SOLD - Thornhill Post Office, Egremont, Cumbria

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE & LOCAL POST OFFICE in Cumbria

An opportunity to acquire this fully licensed detached convenience store that is shouting out to do so much more here - a stock injection would make a massive difference to this concern. This site could take the very big money with enthusiastic new owners with a passion to build the business. The business is worked in easy hours for the trade, closing at 8pm and Sunday hours from 8am to 12.30pm – these hours need extending. There is space to put a true delicatessen in the store selling quality cheeses, ‘roast your own’ hams and beef, bacon to slice, quality wines, put a bake off unit in there like Marks and Spencer’s do – they buy their bread frozen from Paris then they simply put it in the bake off oven and wow, beautiful aroma of fresh bread and cakes. Anyone can do it, fresh bread every day and your customers will flock in for it - Now that’s the way to make your business take the big money. This site lends itself to this operation – for further details, contact Ernest Wilson who will help. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – OOZING POTENTIAL FOR MUCH MORE. PRICED TO SELL. The premises are freehold and offer spacious retail accommodation and comprise double fronted self-service sales area offering approximately 1,300 sq ft of retail space incorporating an open Post Office department and cash out unit, large convenience area, store room, toilet and wash hand basin and fitted kitchen. The premises are freehold and offer spacious retail accommodation and comprise double reception hall off which is a fully fitted kitchen with black and white units, lovely ‘L’ shaped lounge with formal dining area, four bedrooms, combined bathroom and shower. Sun terrace, two garages and gardens. Option to acquire Business only. EPC Band D. Business & Property. Ref: 581882

Thursday, 7 October 2021

SOLD - Gepettos Restaurant, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

ITALIAN RESTAURANT in Helmsley

This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire this fabulous restaurant which is an ‘institution’ in this highly desirable North Yorkshire market town. Gepetto’s enjoys a fabulous reputation amongst the locals and visitors alike and occupies one of the most prominent positons in the town. Our client is selling due to other business commitments and this would ideally suit a full time owner who could expand the limited opening hours. PRICED TO SELL - DON’T MISS OUT. THIS IS A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY AND WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND VIEWING. This is a beautifully presented 50+ cover restaurant with frontage to both Bridge Street and Borogate - OOZING CHARACTER ALL AROUND. Internally is a very tasteful restaurant with a traditional feel and atmosphere. To the rear is a bar area, commercial kitchen and serving hatch to Borogate for ice cream during the summer. To the first floor is a staff room, store and ladies and gents WC’s. Business on lease. Ref: 585260

Tuesday, 5 October 2021

SOLD - Badgers Licensed Deli, Cafe & Cocktail Bar, Guisborough, North Yorkshire

FULLY LICENSED DELI, CAFE AND COCKTAIL BAR in North Yorkshire.

Fabulous opportunity to acquire this beautifully presented cafe and cocktail bar which occupies a prime position in this popular town centre. The business enjoys a super reputation and appeals to those wanting a trendy cafe during the day or a vibrant cocktail bar on an evening. Very well run operation, scope to increase turnover - VIEWING RECOMMENDED. The business is offered with the security of a new lease and very sensible overheads. A SUPER BUY. This is an attractive two storey building with an external seating area on the square opposite the church. Internally is a ground floor coffee shop with glass fronted displays and a commercial kitchen to the rear. To the first floor is a large open cocktail bar with a very tasteful decor. Store and WC’s. Total of 55 covers internally and 36 covers externally. Business on lease. Ref: 586623

Wednesday, 29 September 2021

SOLD - Deli on the Bridge, Halifax

CLOSED TOWN CENTRE SANDWICH BAR AND CAFE in Halifax.

An opportunity to acquire this delightful sandwich bar and cafe situated in this prominent corner trading position and surrounded by industry, commerce and shoppers with literally thousands of people passing daily. ONLY VERY SERIOUS ILLNESS FORCES THIS RELUCTANT SALE. The business is worked in very easy hours over six mornings offering potential to open earlier and catch more of the breakfast trade. The business has been sensibly priced to sell – VIEW EARLY, THIS WILL GO. The premises are held in a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise well fitted sales shop incorporating outsales and with servery display and a small cafe and seating area. To the rear is a well fitted kitchen and preparation area. Basement with two store rooms which are ideal for expansion for further kitchen / preparation area if required. Toilet and wash hand basin. Lease, fixtures & fittings. Ref: 584720

Monday, 27 September 2021

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

Thursday, 23 September 2021

SOLD - All Breeds Pet Boarding Kennels, Cattery and small pet boarding. Sowerby Bridge.

KENNELS, CATTERY AND SMALL PET BOARDING SET IN FOUR ACRES in Sowerby Bridge.

An opportunity to acquire this excellent kennels, cattery and small pets boarding business plus two stables. Situated in this delightful rural countryside setting, offering views over rolling countryside yet only minutes away from the centre of a West Yorkshire market town. The business has been run very successfully for the last 21 years by our clients who sadly, due to serious illness are to retire and pass the mantle on to the next owner.

The premises offer spacious pet accommodation incorporating 27 kennels of differing sizes from family kennels to single kennels. The cattery has 12 pens. There is also two units for small pets. Cattery kitchen, dog kitchen, large run for four kennels, four separate long exercise areas, two paddocks, private courtyard, outbuildings and stables. Car park. Separate 2.88 acre field which is prime grazing land.

The private spacious family accommodation must be seen to be fully appreciated and comprise reception porch, large utility / laundry / boiler room which houses the super energy efficient biomass wood pellet boiler, grooming area and store room. Downstairs shower room and separate toilet. Small office and reception area. Small cellar. Snug lounge, well fitted breakfast kitchen with walk-in pantry. The main lounge, conservatory / garden room, second fitted kitchen, lounge, bedroom, downstairs study which could be used as a fourth bedroom. Two further bedrooms (the master double bedroom has a huge en-suite bathroom incorporating bath, shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins, dressing room with walk-in wardrobe). Private patio and gardens. The premises benefit from a mains water supply and spring water supplied via a borehole which supplies the business.

Wednesday, 22 September 2021

SOLD - Investment Property, Dunscroft, Doncaster

INVESTMENT PROPERTY in Doncaster

An opportunity to acquire this excellent investment property situated on this busy junction - COMMANDING MAIN ROAD SITE WITHIN THIS BUSTLING SHOPPING CENTRE. The premises have the benefit of three lets:
The first unit is a large Chinese takeaway and restaurant which has been trading for many years and is held on a 10 year fully repair and insuring lease which runs to October 2024. The second unit is a busy hair salon and again the tenant has been in place for many years. This unit is held on a tenancy but would be happy to sign a lease according to our client. The third unit is operated by our client who will vacate the premises on completion of the sale. Freehold property. Ref: 585385

Monday, 20 September 2021

SOLD - Cracoe Cafe, Skipton

SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH WORKSHOP/RETAIL/OFFICE/LETTING ROOMS POTENTIAL in Cracoe, Skipton.

A truly rare opportunity to acquire a stunning family residence, with a profitable lifestyle business attached, in this idyllic, honeypot Yorkshire Dales village, surrounded by beautiful scenery and world famous tourist attractions. Prominent location on the route of the annual Tour De Yorkshire cycle race. A substantial and very well presented stone built, detached property sitting in a prominent and highly visible main road location on the Skipton to Grassington road B6165. The property has its own dedicated forecourt with customer parking for the café / bistro. The Prestige Residence: This has to be viewed to be truly appreciated. Very substantial accommodation over ground and first floor. On the ground floor is a huge, modern, open plan kitchen with exceptionally high quality cabinets and cooking range. Door leading to the very pleasant and private outdoor terrace and manicured gardens. Ground floor family dining room with beautiful hardwood flooring and an open hearth fire place with ornate log burner. Ground floor spacious family living room. On the first floor there are 5 bedrooms (3 doubles, 2 singles), the master bedroom has an en- suite bathroom, plus a large house bathroom. The entire property is heated by a Biomass system which essentially provides almost free heating for the next 20 years! A portion of the property is currently operating as a bistro café but could easily be converted back to provide additional family space, or even additional bedrooms, giving it income generating Bed and Breakfast potential. The Lifestyle Café / Tea Room / Bistro Business: For those particularly looking for a superior residence with profitable bolt-on lifestyle business, the front of the property, facing the main Skipton to Grassington road, continues to trade very successfully and profitably as a long established and well patronised café, comprising of entry from a dedicated customer parking to a very attractive and tastefully decorated bar / waiting area with a mix of high bar stools around high top tables and armchair seating around a coffee table. The bar leads through to two elegant dining areas, comfortably and spaciously set to accommodate 24 to 30 guests. The café benefits from a large and very well equipped commercial catering kitchen. Customer WC. Open alcove featuring the recently installed Biomass burner. The owners have been operating the business at their own leisure for the last 12 years. Business & Property. Ref: 584895

Friday, 17 September 2021

SOLD - Patchetts Mini Market, Queensbury, Bradford

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in Bradford

An opportunity to acquire this highly profitable convenience store situated in a commanding trading position within this densely populated, pleasant locality. The business worked in easy hours over seven days and is run entirely by staff, offering a working owner the opportunity to take this to the next level. There is so much potential here to take this even further with the addition of a real deli and a bake off unit. ONE OF THE BETTER BUSINESSES AND FREEHOLD PROPERTIES. Substantial freehold premises comprising spacious self-service store with good refrigeration, excellent display cash out facility, large basement storage. Toilet and wash hand basin. The first floor is self-contained, offering a delightful apartment which was previously rented out at £6,000 per annum, comprising reception leading to the lounge which incorporates the smart fitted breakfast kitchen with beamed ceilings, double bedroom with dressing room off, full bathroom incorporating bath, shower cubicle, toilet and wash hand basin. The accommodation is now vacant. The premises enjoy the benefit of a gas central heating system in the apartment. Private parking to the rear. Business & Property. Ref: 585237

Tuesday, 14 September 2021

SOLD - Baxters Sandwich Bar, Halifax

SANDWICH BAR, Halifax

This Sandwich Bar occupies what must be ONE OF THE BEST SITES IN CALDERDALE for the trade - TRULY OUTSTANDING premises which must be seen to be fully appreciated. The premises have been fitted and equipped to an exceptionally high standard and offer an impressive array of quality catering equipment - INSPECTION HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The premises are situated on this very busy main road with easy parking - the passing trade here is huge and scope for deliveries to surrounding businesses is virtually unlimited. Worked in very easy hours – CLOSING AT 1.30p.m. daily and 12.30p.m. on Saturdays. Tremendous potential here to do very much more simply by extending the hours slightly. SCOPE TO TAKE BIG MONEY HERE. Premises held on lease with sensible rent and briefly comprise: Open plan sales shop with which has been fitted and equipped to the very highest of standards with no expense spared. There is also a basement which has been professionally tanked out used as a second kitchen, dry store and has a ceramic tiled floor Externally:- Customer parking to the front. Tables and chairs for provide scope for customers to eat outside. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 585013

Monday, 13 September 2021

SOLD - Bottles & Cans Off Licence, Garforth, Leeds

BUSY, EASILY MANAGED OFF-LICENCE in Leeds

In the centre of this densely populated Leeds suburb, this busy off-licence services the local community and is very popular. Easily managed with just one staff member, and combined with very reasonable rent, the overheads here are very low and therefore the profitability is high. Afternoon and early evening opening only, the potential to further increase sales is obvious. As well as beer, wines and spirits, the shop also has a range of snacks and sweets and is therefore popular with youngsters on their way home from nearby schools. The shop also offers full lottery, but does not offer a PayPoint which would further increase traffic into the shop. The shop has been trading at this location for over 26 years and has outstanding easy parking for customers. The Premises Comprises: Lock up ground floor shop in a short parade of complimenting shops and businesses including a hair salon and estate agent. Entrance to open plan sales area and service counter. Small management area and staff WC. Rear store room. Security rear door. Electric shutters to the shop front. The premises includes rear access driveway to a garage which is being utilised as additional storage. Business on lease. Ref: 585403

Friday, 10 September 2021

SOLD - S&S Marketing - Tableware, Crockery Cutlery & Glassware Suppliers, Halifax

TABLEWARE, CROCKERY, CUTLERY & GLASSWARE SUPPLIERS, West Yorkshire

Established in 1988 this is one of the country’s leading suppliers of tableware, crockery, cutlery and glassware and has a fantastic reputation amongst a large and regular customer base. The business is run entirely by staff and achieves a fantastic annual turnover. The business offers untold growth opportunities and we strongly recommend this excellent opportunity. An excellent business which is priced to sell due to our clients other business commitments The business is located in commercial premises in West Yorkshire and briefly comprise large open plan single storey warehouse with racking throughout, staff facilities, large office approximately 3,000 square feet of floor space. Easy parking. The premises are offered with the security of a new lease (subject to Landlords consent) or could be re-located if required. Business on lease. Ref: 585229

Wednesday, 8 September 2021

SOLD - Kids Clubhouse Childrens Play Centre, Horsforth, Leeds

CHILDREN’S PLAY CENTRE in Leeds

An opportunity to acquire this outstanding children’s play centre in the enviable position in the much sought after high street shopping centre in Leeds. The business operates on very easy hours over seven days. The business needs full time working owners to maximise the full potential. PRICED TO SELL - THIS IS AN AMAZING BUY AND ONLY OFFERED FOR SALE DUE TO OUR CLIENTS OTHER BUSINESS INTERESTS. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise spacious reception lounge, directors office, staff kitchen, party room, second party room / party eating area, toilet facilities, glass lift to the first floor. The first floor is open plan incorporating large cafe for up to 100 people, exceptionally well fitted servery, well fitted commercial kitchen offering an abundance of hi tech commercial catering equipment. The play area must be seen to be appreciated and incorporates slides, ball pool, car track, football pitch, climbing frame, ladies, gents and disabled toilet. Large car park to the rear. Our client sub-lets out a shop unit, bringing in valuable income. Business on lease. Ref: 585462

Monday, 6 September 2021

SOLD - Top End Cafe, Staithes, North Yorkshire

FREEHOLD CAFE (20 COVERS) WITH STUNNING ACCOMMODATION in Staithes, North Yorkshire.

The café is superbly located on the main high street, just a few short steps from the large public car park that serves hundreds of tourists and visitors every day. There is scope to develop Bistro Evenings as the current owner runs the café on a fairly low-key basis with hours to suit. The accommodation also offers the possibility of holiday rental via the like of AirBnB and would likely attract a rental income in the region of £300 to £400 per week, depending on season. The café is relatively season proof, as 80% of its trade comes from the local community at the present time. Enterprising new owners could promote the café in the tourist leaflets, the car park and Tourist Board Information office. Our client acquired this end of terrace, cottage style building some time ago, and has since painstakingly addressed every property issue and then beautifully re-modelled the entire building. The ground floor café is fresh and new and comfortably seats 20 diners. From its open plan kitchen, well equipped with a range of almost new catering equipment, the café serves a range of home-cooked traditional favourites and has an enviable reputation for its Sunday Dinner special. An expensive soft serve ice-cream maker enables high profit margin offerings. Yard to rear and access to store-room and staff WC. The Accommodation - Independent access to the living accommodation which briefly comprises an enclosed rear yard and door to ground floor, modern and recently installed kitchen. Planning approved to convert to residential. Stairs leading to one double bedroom, a snug with stunning views over rolling hills, and a house bathroom with shower over bath. New gas central heating and new Worcester Bosch boiler recently installed. Business & Property. Ref: 585230

Thursday, 2 September 2021

SOLD - Greenhill Stores, Haxey, North Lincs

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE & POST OFFICE, North Lincolnshire

This is a highly profitable concern yet oozing potential for so much more. The business is run completely by staff – the right working owners here could double the turnover – the shop would greatly benefit from a bake off unit and a good traditional delicatessen. This business would be ideal for candidates looking for a change of life style. The premises are situated in delightful village of North Lincolnshire. The premises occupy an imposing corner trading position. EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE - A SUBSTANTIAL FREEHOLD BUSINESS AND PROPERTY WITH INVESTMENT PROPERTY INCOME. Freehold premises comprising spacious walk round convenience store with many different departments. Large store room to the rear ideal to install a bake off unit, toilet with wash hand basin. Externally at the side is a busy barbers shop which is leased out at £400 per calendar month - they have recently signed a new three year lease. There is also a lovely, very spacious self-contained apartment above the premises comprising ground floor fitted kitchen. First floor lounge, two bedrooms, family bathroom. To the side of the property there is a car park for shoppers and tenants, on the car park our client built a two storey office block which is leased out. This would make a lovely two storey house if required, subject to any necessary planning consents. An opportunity to have a very lucrative business in this much sought after area. EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 585225

Tuesday, 31 August 2021

SOLD - Diva Hair Design, Menston, Ilkley

Freehold Hair Salon in West Yorkshire

Rarely are we able to offer a salon business which includes valuable freehold property and is located in one of West Yorkshire’s most affluent villages. Well-established salon business operated under the same ownership for over 35 years. Spacious open plan salon floor with wait area, 5 styling stations, 2 back wash/1 front wash and 3 drying stations. Cloak cupboard. To the back of the salon floor there is a full kitchen with washer & dryer, a staff WC. The premises offered is ground floor with a useful separate modern brick built outbuilding to the rear. This outbuilding has insulated flooring, an electrical supply and air-conditioning. The main shop building was recently damp-proofed and energy efficient lighting installed. The business has been mainly run and operated by its owner, with the help of part-time assistants. Enterprising new owners could rent out some of the styling chairs to self-employed hairdressers and earn hassle-free additional income. Size is not an issue here as there is ample room for a group of dressers to work in tandem. Business & Property. Ref: 585545