Wednesday, 28 February 2024

SOLD - Sewells Car Spares, Billingham, County Durham

CAR ACCESSORIES AND SPARES in Billingham

Well established car spares business which has now become a local landmark in its own right and which has been in the same family for circa 50 years. This highly profitable business presents a new owner with the opportunity not only to acquire a thriving business which deals primarily with members of the public but also to increase the business substantially by also offering a parts service to local garages and also to create an online sales facility to offer accessories and spares to a much larger audience.  This business has everything required to increase exponentially and could well be a sleeping giant.  It is run by our client with a small team of competent staff.  EXCEPTIONALLY WELL KNOWN BUSINESS REGIONALLY - VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  
Available either with the premises on lease or freehold.  These substantial premises comprise sales shop with service counter leading through to extensive storage area and a mini warehouse at the rear.  
First floor offers an owners / managers accommodation offering good lounge, shower room with WC, dining kitchen and three bedrooms.  The accommodation is not currently used by our client and has more recently been utilised as overspill storage and office.  Business & Property. Ref: 586657

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Monday, 26 February 2024

SOLD - Scholemoor Convenience Store, Bradford

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in Bradford

A wonderful opportunity to acquire this centrally placed licensed convenience store which occupies a prime trading position in this densely populated district of Bradford.  The business has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment and stock injection and trade is increasing weekly.  Our clients have other business interests in the Midlands and have therefore decided to bring this site to market, presenting new owners with a fantastic opportunity to continue to build on these solid foundations.  EARLY INSPECTION IS ESSENTIAL HERE.  The premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise spacious and superbly fitted self-service sales shop with full EPOS system, Lotto and Paypoint.  Vast array of display fixtures and fittings including good refrigeration section.  Two excellent store rooms with roller shutter delivery door, staff room, kitchenette and WC.  Above the premises are two self-contained flats, one of which is sub-let, returning £500 per calendar month.  The other is occupied by our client but could also be sub-let if so required.  Business on lease. Ref: 588768

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Friday, 23 February 2024

SOLD - Chippendale Motors - MOT & Vehicle Repairs, Morley, Leeds.

MOT, VEHICLE REPAIRS AND MINOR BODYWORK REPAIRS BUSINESS in Leeds 

This is a very old established and well respected business situated in a prime position in the centre of a Leeds suburb.  The premises are leasehold with a new lease available at a modest rent.    Secure premises comprising secure parking for several vehicles, customer entrance with office, corridor leading to the MOT waiting area, further office, ladies and gents toilets, good sized kitchen area.  The garage area is substantial and open plan with seven ramps / rotary lifts.  Separate spray booth.  Business offered on new lease. Ref: 587115

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Tuesday, 20 February 2024

SOLD - North Marine Road Premier Store, Scarborough

FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE WITH FULL LOTTERY in Scarborough.
An opportunity to acquire this superb and highly profitable concern boasting a very high weekly turnover and working on excellent profit margins.  Potential for investment into the highly profitable business as a working partnership.  The business is worked over seven days and is situated in the heart of Scarborough – a densely populated residential area and busy road position.  RUN PREDOMINANTLY BY STAFF DUE TO OTHER BUSINESSES – working owners could do so much more. Tremendous potential for a good deli and bake off unit.  The premises are held on a secure lease, very low rent and comprises spacious self-service store, superbly fitted and excellent refrigeration, good cash out facility. Delivery bay. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED – SENSIBLY PRICED TO SELL.  Business on lease. Ref: 557695

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Thursday, 15 February 2024

SOLD - H Lounge Bar & Kitchen, Meltham, Holmfirth

Closed Licensed Bar and Kitchen in Holmfirth

This local venue opened in 2017, initially as a cafe then as a bar and restaurant and was known for it's well regarded 'chic' atmosphere, great cocktails, bottomless brunches and high quality tapas and gourmet burgers.  It operated Friday and Saturday evenings only, from 5.30pm until 11pm but was fully licensed for seven days per week.  It comes with indoor and outdoor seating and a newly fitted out downstairs chill out room as well as seating for eight customers.  The bar and restaurant comes a galley kitchen fitted with extractor and commercial equipment.  The current owner has a number of businesses to manage and is looking to sell  as quickly as possible, having reduced the weekly running costs to just £200 per week, including rent, electric, insurance, wi-fi and card payment processing.  End of terrace, stone built property of which the bar occupies the ground floor and basement. Entry via the outdoor terrace through to open plan dining / lounge area in front of a well-equipped bar. Galley style kitchen behind the bar, with a mix of mainly commercial quality and some domestic catering equipment under an extraction hood. Steps down to an additional lounge area, perfect for small private gatherings. Ground floor customer WC. EPC  Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 586726

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Monday, 12 February 2024

SOLD - Rioja Bar & Grill, Balby, Doncaster

BAR AND GRILL in Doncaster

A vibrant and relaxing meeting place with a rustically designed interior and excellent outdoor terrace for an al fresco drinking and dining experience. The venue is fully licensed and currently offers great drinks, a Tapas menu and a super selection of wines. 

LOCATION:  The venue acts as a central hub for this rapidly expanding community of new homes and sits within a small retail park and next to a convenience store, a pub and other complimenting businesses, plus lots of free customer parking. Surrounded by thousands of new homes, and many more in the planning process, this is a new commuter area of Doncaster, with its close link proximity to the A1(M) and M18 motorways. 

THE BUSINESS:  Our clients started the business from empty premises six years ago and fitted the 56 square metres in a modern industrial design concept with weathered looking surfaces and raw elements. The design is purposeful and needs very little maintenance. Being one, open plan area makes the venue easy to manage too. Currently run almost entirely by staff and on limited openings (just four days a week). A more ambitious and enterprising approach to the operation would undoubtedly reap far larger rewards, but the owners feel it is time to move on and leave the reins to more focussed and dedicated owner operators. 

THE PREMISES:  Open plan internal trading floor with long bar and seating for at least 40 customers. Catering kitchen with a good range of commercial quality catering equipment. Ladies, gents and disability compliant WC’s. Air-conditioned throughout and CCTV. Large purpose-built outdoor terrace with branded glazed sides. Electrically operated awnings and infra-red heat lamps. Terrace accommodates 39 to 40 customers. 

Business on lease. Ref: 588874

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Wednesday, 7 February 2024

SOLD - Smeeden Foreman Architects, Knaresborough

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS in the North of England

Well respected firm of landscape architects offering traditional landscape design and assessment services, ecology surveys and assessments including advice to clients on mitigation strategies which assist clients to proceed with developments on sites which may otherwise stall and arboriculture services to integrate trees into schemes to ensure they are positively received in planning departments.  The business is run from an extensive suite of offices which are held on lease and provide ample office space, drawing room, print room and ancillary areas.  Situated in the north of England whilst the business provides services to clients throughout the UK.  Run by our client with a team of staff and produces exceptional profits.  The business showed growth in both turnover and profitability during the COVID pandemic and continues to do so. Business on lease. Ref: 587167

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Monday, 5 February 2024

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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Tuesday, 30 January 2024

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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Wednesday, 24 January 2024

SOLD - Skircoat Green Post Office & Convenience Store, Halifax

LOCAL POST OFFICE AND FULLY LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in Halifax

A rare opportunity to acquire this superb business - this is a delightful village Post Office and convenience store situated in this thriving and bustling village in Halifax.  BUSY MAIN ROAD POSITION WITH EASY PARKING - DENSELY POPULATED AREA.  TOTALLY OUTSTANDING CONCERN – this is one of the finest privately owned stores seen for a very long time.  The business is run with a small team of dedicated staff with some input from our clients and is worked over seven days from 5am to 6pm except Sundays which is 6am to 6pm.  This is a highly profitable concern.  HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  The premises will be held on a secure lease and comprise electronically operated automatic glass door leading to this stunning emporium incorporating wines and spirits, general grocery, dairy and deli department, frozen foods, news and greeting cards, sweets and confectionery.  The store also operates a fully automated bake off unit where bread, confectionery and savouries are baked by our client.  Bread, confectionery, pies and sandwich display.  Excellent display cash out unit with full EPOS system.  Modern Post Office department.  Store room, open kitchen.  Basement offering large storage room, walk in freezer. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 586902

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Monday, 22 January 2024

SOLD - The Big Tops Play Centre, Sheffield

CHILDREN'S PLAY CENTRE in South Yorkshire

An exciting opportunity to acquire this modern and outstanding Children’s Play Centre, ideally situated within this South Yorkshire business park which offers excellent road connections.  The premises benefit from its own large car park, separate staff parking area and being within a cul-de-sac with unrestricted parking.  The play centre was opened by our client in 2007 with the latest in children’s play apparatus.  NO EXPENSE HAS BEEN SPARED in the fitting and equipping of this centre, including the 236 seater cafeteria and commercial kitchen.  Our clients have continually invested in the business by purchasing new equipment such as the 20 user, laser tag system with its own inflatable course.  The business operates over seven days and is highly profitable.  The business is run by our client with the assistance of a small team of capable and experienced staff and a large pool of casual staff to cover those busier periods such as school holidays and the large number of very profitable parties that this business provides each week, typically this ranges from an average of 12 per week during the summer and with the ability to host five parties at any one time this increases up to 30 per week in the winter months.  HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - VIEWING IS A MUST HERE.  VERY RARELY DO BUSINESSES OF THIS CALIBRE REACH THE OPEN MARKET.  The freehold premises are within a site of approximately three quarters of an acre and which briefly comprise:  Ground floor - Reception leading to the cafeteria servery and open plan centre incorporating a 236 seater cafeteria where parents can keep an eye on their children whilst they play in the “play shop” or the superbly equipped main play area with three lane, high slide and sky bridge, toddlers soft play area and an under 5’s car track.   There are also three party rooms and an impressive, commercial kitchen which offers a particularly wide array of high quality catering equipment and good extraction system.  Access to the laser covered tag area.  Ladies, Gents & Disabled Toilets.  Mezzanine – Spacious private office, large private party area, staff changing and mascot costume store, dry store and party room.  Extensive CCTV system.  Externally:  Customer car parks, covered laser tag area, staff car parking area, air conditioning unit area and refuse storage area.  Additionally there is a container which is used to provide further storage. EPC Band C. Business on lease. Ref: 584727

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Thursday, 18 January 2024

SOLD - Typical Type / Typical Totz, Wedding & Event Hire Business based in West Yorkshire.

WEDDING AND EVENT HIRE BUSINESS (EQUIPMENT AND FURNITURE) in West Yorkshire

This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire a profitable business with almost infinite scope to expand and grow.  The business supplies and installs lighting and furniture on hire for weddings and events throughout the North of England and is only listed for sale due to our clients ill health.  The equipment is stored within an industrial workshop unit which is ideally located to service the business’ clients but could very easily be re-located if required by the new owners.  The business enjoys long standing relationships with a number of popular wedding venues, corporates, party planners, schools and colleges which produce the majority of its trade, many of which are either repeat bookings or recommendations and referrals.  Very minimal advertising is undertaken by our clients - massive potential to further grow this business. Business on lease. Ref: 588417  

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Tuesday, 16 January 2024

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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Friday, 12 January 2024

SOLD - Hipperholme Post Office, Halifax

POST OFFICE AND GREETINGS CARDS in Halifax

Having run the business since 2010, our client has taken the decision to sell this popular and busy office, located on a busy parade of shops.  This is an excellent position, particularly given the large car park and generous on street parking on the doorstep.  This is an easily run business - our client chooses to work part time due to their pending retirement, however a full time working owner could really maximise profits here.  The premises are held on a secure lease with low overheads - this is a profitable concern with excellent Post Office income.  PRICED TO SELL - A GREAT BUY.  This is a ground floor lock-up premises with large traditional double frontage.  Internally is a good sized retail shop with a range of quality retail displays and two position Post Office counter to the rear.  Store and WC. EPC Band B. Business on lease. Ref: 586596

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Tuesday, 9 January 2024

SOLD - Happy Guest Lodge Hotel, Warrington

19 BEDROOM HOTEL in Warrington

An opportunity to acquire this superb hotel which is situated on a busy junction between two busy A roads, adjacent to a newly built service area which incorporates a petrol station and a major coffee chain.  At the moment, the hotel is run on a bed and breakfast basis only but the potential is there for a licensed restaurant.  Our clients guests range from passing travellers from Manchester and Liverpool airports, local events, business travellers, families with young children, large groups (students, sports teams and cyclists for example).  SCOPE FOR EVEN MORE HERE - VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL.  Reception area, kitchen area, storage, dining room, 19 uniform, en-suite bedrooms all of the same size, comprising of twin, double and family rooms.  All rooms can sleep four to five people if needed.  Car park of 20 car parking spaces. EPC Band D. Business & Property. Ref: 585070

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Friday, 5 January 2024

SOLD - Malcs Auto Testing, Bawtry, Doncaster

MOT GARAGE in Doncaster

A great opportunity to acquire a well-established MOT garage located on a purpose built business park on the edge of an affluent town.  The garage offers MOT, servicing and repairs as well as motorcycle testing (Class 4, 1 and 2).  The premises are well equipped with a variety of fixtures, fittings and machinery.  The business was established by our client in 2009 and are now selling due to retirement.  In that time they have built a great reputation and a loyal customer base.  Currently a one person operation, operated by the owner - there is huge scope for a new owner to expand the existing customer base and add commercial / trade work.  The premises comprise of an end of terrace unit on a trading estate.  Internally roller shutter doors leading into main workshop area with a vehicle ramp and garage fixtures and fittings, mezzanine floor for additional storage, office, WC.  Outside the unit has the added benefit of additional enclosed parking to the side as well as ample parking in the main estate itself. Business on lease. Ref: 588897

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Wednesday, 3 January 2024

SOLD - George Wright Boutique Hotel, Bar & Restaurant, Rotherham

BOUTIQUE HOTEL, BAR AND RESTAURANT in Rotherham

A stunning and unique hospitality venue, with seven superior en-suite rooms, including a bridal suite with super king size bed, a restaurant and bar doubling up as a private function room, and three beautiful and individual outdoor courtyards.  The hotel was extensively reconstructed in 2020, from the remains of a semi-derelict but very historic Grade Two listed building.  No expense was spared in the concept planning and construction of this very unique, boutique, luxury hotel and high class restaurant.

LOCATION:  Set in the very heart of Rotherham’s civic district, in an area known locally as The Crofts, between the Minster and the Town Hall, the location is exceptional.

THE BUSINESS:  On finishing the construction project, the owner leased the property to tenants and a high end restaurant and bar was established, enhancing the wedding venue business and hotel hospitality business.  Currently, due to unforeseen circumstances, the business has been closed and now stands vacant, in readiness for new, enterprising and ambitious new operators.  The property is still predominantly fully furnished and equipped, ready to restart operations and fulfil the demand for forward bookings, which continue to be strong.  

THE OFFER:  Our client is the owner and seeks offers from experienced hospitality or leisure professionals to take on a new lease on the property.  Offers are sought for an ingoing leasehold premium for the existing fixtures, fittings and equipment in situ, and a new lease (length to be negotiated) .  Alternatively, our client would consider selling the freehold interest in the property.  The property is in outstanding condition and our client is eager to have it leased to capable operators who can reinstate the business without delay.  We would like the website to do the talking, as any written description here, would simply not do justice to the quality and elegance of this phenomenal boutique hotel and restaurant property.  George Wright Boutique Hotel | Rotherham (www.gwboutique.net)

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Thursday, 21 December 2023

SOLD - Tipsy Cow Micro Bar, Barnsley

HUGELY POPULAR AND HIGHLY REGARDED MICRO BAR in Barnsley.

Located on the more attractive fringe of Barnsley town centre and surrounded by modern apartments, a hotel, and situated within close proximity to the civic centre, a college and a theatre.  The bar is chic and ultra-modern looking, with all glass frontage to two floors and having been totally refurbished in April 2018. An easy-to-run, entirely wet-led operation which is hugely popular with a wide demographic. The bar benefits from a large amount of dedicated, external,  pavement seating (approx. 40 person), beneath a purpose built, glass covered pergola. Following a listing in 2021, the bar has featured again as one of “Barnsley’s Hot Spots” in the 2023 50th Edition of the Good Beer Guide, published by CAMRA. The business is run on a fairly low-key basis to suit the owners and there is huge potential to extend the opening times and take fuller advantage of the permitted licensed hours. The bar is easily operated by a very small team and the business would be perfect for a couple of partners, supported by casual staff during the busier times. The premises has low overheads, benefitting from small business rates relief and very fair and reasonable rent. Internally, the premises has made very clever use of the space, with an industrial quality open-plan mezzanine over the ground floor bar, accommodating 25+ customers, plus a gents WC.  The ground floor bar area has seating for at least 12 customers. A chilled cellar room behind the bar serves the six keg taps and four cask ale pumps. There is a ladies WC on the ground floor, disabilities compliant. Business on lease. Ref: 588636

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Friday, 15 December 2023

SOLD - Chophaus Bar & Restaurant, Roundhay, Leeds

RESTAURANT AND BAR in Roundhay, Leeds 

Purpose built, highly prominent, ultra-modern building, standing in its own grounds with excellent public parking. Situated at the head of this highly affluent and desirable north Leeds suburb, with a bustling restaurant and bar circuit and leisure and entertainment scene.

Over 2,500 square feet (238 square metres) of stunningly well-appointed restaurant space. The premises was furbished and fitted to the highest standard possible, on a no-expense spared budget. Exceptional attention to detail and the installation of state-of-the-art equipment makes this one of the most elite, elegant and ultra-chic restaurant premises in the north of England. Vast internal dining areas capable of accommodating around 150 customers over two floors, and hugely attractive open air terraces with seating. The venue was popularly booked for bespoke private dining and events.

THE OPPORTUNITY:  This restaurant and bar was enjoying average sales in excess of £40,000 per week, prior to the pandemic upheavals and disruptions. Although currently closed due to, admittedly, the owners lack of experience in operating restaurants, as well as effective operational / management issues, there is no reason why an experienced restaurant and / or wet-led bar operator could not take the reins, staff it properly and gear it up to again achieve at least those levels of turnover very quickly. Moving into the spring and summer months, this venue will prove to be one of the busiest in Leeds. Business on lease. Ref: 588821

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