| (REF: 2282) Freehold Bakery with Living Accommodation |
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| Seller Reference: |
2282 |
| B4S Reference: |
29320 |
| Asking Price: |
£450,000
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| Net Profit: |
£8,732 |
| Sales Revenue: |
£44,979 |
| Number of Staff: |
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| Established For: |
31 Years 0 Months |
| Ownership: |
Freehold |
| Location: |
Clare, Suffolk, United Kingdom |
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The particular highlights of the business are:
- A well established business.
- Good loyal clientele.
- Fully equipped business with favourable lease terms (see below).
- Turnover in excess of £44,979 pa with a net profit of £8,732 (see financial summary below).
- A business with great potential.
- An easily run operation.
- A good first time buyers business and ideal purchase for couple
- Very low overheads.
- A niche concern with very little competition.
- Business enjoys superb local reputation
- The concern provides bakery produce.
History
Phoenix Business Transfer Agents are delighted to place onto the market long established bakery which has been established since 1980. The business has been in the hands of the current owners family since 1980 and she now wishes to sell due to retirement.
Services
This very good business opportunity provides bakery produce.
Staffing
The concern employs no staff and is family run.
Owners Role
The owner is involved in the day to day running of the business.
Marketing
No marketing or promoting of the business has recently been undertaken as the business is well known.
Competition
There is no local competition.
Market
The client base consists of locals.
Opportunities
The concern has huge potential. In particular the turnover and profits can be increased by:
• Increasing the marketing activity with direct mailings and local and internet advertising.
• Increasing the opening hours to include full days.
• Increasing the product line to include sandwiches/take away food/ teas/coffee.
• Becoming more efficient with staffing levels.
• Introducing a delivery service.
• Working more hands on hours and saving on wages.
• With the introduction of a website and e-commerce.
• To increase the commercial side of the business.
Training and Handover
The owner would be available for an extensive training and handover period for the benefit of the new owners if required. The owner would also be happy for an on the job observation period to assess the business prior to offers being made.
The present annual turnover is £44,979 with a gross profit of £24,244 and a net profit of £8,732. The present value of the stock is £1,500.
The potential turnover of the business within the next 2 years is forecast to reach £85,000 pa given the changes that are required to be made to the business. Full financial disclosure is available on request after viewings and the signing of a confidentiality agreement.
Please note Phoenix do not guarantee the accuracy of these figures which are in many cases estimated and are not verified. Please do not rely on the accuracy of these figures and seek professional help before making any offers. Phoenix will not be held liable for any inaccuracies in these figures or any other statements contained in relation to this business.
Disclaimer
These details do not constitute part of an offer or contract.
The statements and descriptions given are made without warranties by Phoenix Business Agents Limited who it should be noted have NOT verified the information provided.
Purchasers should in all cases undertake financial due diligence using their own professional advisors before committing themselves in contract rather than relying on illustrations ,figures and information given on behalf of the seller.
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Property: |
Freehold |
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Lease Terms: |
The property is Freehold and the rates are £950. |
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Living Accommodation: |
Yes |
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Details of Accommodation: |
The property is large corner plot. The front is branded with an attractive glass front. The main customer service area has a middle aisle and shelving to the walls. It is very well presented and is very conveniently laid out.
There is a large preparation room and bakery with ovens and mixers. To the rear is a store room.
There is a toilet, staff facilities and a fully fitted kitchen.
Ground Floor
On the ground floor there is an office, large living room, large kitchen, bathroom and toilet.
First Floor
On the first floor there are 3 double bedrooms. One with a large storage area and one large single bedroom.
External
To the rear is large yard area and garage. |
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Location: |
- Situated in the High street area of Clare, Sudbury in Suffolk.
- Prominent location on main arterial road.
- Part of the main shopping centre.
- Excellent free parking facilities nearby.
- Industrial estates nearby.
- Surrounded by densely populated residential area with schools and other local amenities.
- High levels of passing trade.
- Good volumes of traffic and pedestrian flow.
- Commercially thriving area.
- Well linked with London by both road and rail.
- Stanstead Airport, M11 to London all lie close by.
- Area enjoying much growth and regeneration.
- A lifestyle area.
- Excellent local demographics for this type of area.
- Affluent area. |
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There is no local competition. |
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The concern has huge potential. In particular the turnover and profits can be increased by:
• Increasing the marketing activity with direct mailings and local and internet advertising.
• Increasing the opening hours to include full days.
• Increasing the product line to include sandwiches/take away food/ teas/coffee.
• Becoming more efficient with staffing levels.
• Introducing a delivery service.
• Working more hands on hours and saving on wages.
• With the introduction of a website and e-commerce.
• To increase the commercial side of the business. |
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The owner would be available for an extensive training and handover period for the benefit of the new owners if required. The owner would also be happy for an on the job observation period to assess the business prior to offers being made. |
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she now wishes to sell due to retirement. |
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Is this a home-based business? |
No |
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Can this business be relocated? |
No |
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Is this business part of a franchise? |
No |
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Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 2.30pm
Saturday: 8.00am – 1.00pm
Wednesday & Sunday: Closed
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The concern employs no staff and is family run. |
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