This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established dry cleaning business, equipped with high-quality machinery and located in a prime area in Aylsham, Norfolk. With a strong reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction, this business attracts a loyal base of repeat customers. The premises are well-maintained, fully equipped, and ready for immediate operation, offering significant potential for growth.
This dry cleaning business comes fully equipped with a range of commercial-grade machinery, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. Key assets include:
- Firbimatic 15kg Dry Cleaning Machine – annually serviced (last serviced January 2024).
- Fimas Spotting Table – recently acquired.
- Side Mondial Steam Cabinet – powerful 18kw unit.
- Vacuum Ironing Table.
- Blanca Commercial Electric Press.
- Commercial Steamer – ideal for wedding dresses.
- 1P50 ILC98 Commercial Washing Machine and Tumble Dryer.
- Two Commercial Hand Steam Irons.
- Bambi Compressor – new, cost £800.
- Salter Scales.
Additional assets include a clothing plastic wrapper stand and a range of rails and clips, facilitating efficient handling and presentation of garments. A twice-weekly collection and delivery service to three commercial premises in Norwich is also offered, with potential for expansion. Note that a new owner would need to negotiate terms.
The business benefits from low stock levels, estimated at £300-400, and prospective buyers should allow for an additional selection of finished products valued between £600-700.
PREMISES
The business operates from well-maintained premises featuring a modern, functional layout with a fully glazed frontage, providing excellent visibility. The shop’s dimensions are 7m wide and 8m deep, reducing in part to accommodate the rear office and lobby, with high ceilings enhancing the open-plan feel. The flooring and carpets are in good condition, contributing to the overall appeal of the premises.
- Glazed frontage: 7m wide, providing high visibility.
- Open-plan layout: enhanced by high ceilings.
- Office to rear: includes a w.c. and side door access to Pegg’s Yard.
- Office dimensions: 3.65m x 3.25m.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AGENTS NOTE: This is a business for sale as a going concern, not an empty premises for sale or let.
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: In order to release further information on the business – such as the accounts, we require you to complete a short online non-disclosure form. Please contact our office and we will provide full instructions and assist where required.
REFERENCE NUMBER: Z36080E.
OPENING HOURS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00am to 1:00pm; Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00am to 4:00pm.
TENURE: Leasehold. A new 6-year lease was granted in January 2024.
The purchaser will be responsible for the landlords costs and fees in connection with the assignment of the lease.
RENT PAYABLE: £6,780 per annum. Rent reviews are scheduled from the 1st January 2025 and every three years thereafter.
RATES PAYABLE: Nil. We are advised that the business benefits from Small Business Rate Relief.
This information has been provided to us by the vendor and any interested party is advised to enquire of the local authority to check the position with regards to business rates that will apply to a new owner.
STAFF: The business is currently run by the vendors and no staff will be transferred as part of the sale.
EPC: The Energy Performance Certificate shows a rating of ‘62/C’ – full document available on request.
PRICE: £40,000 plus stock at valuation.
For the benefit of the leasehold, goodwill of the business, fixtures, fittings and equipment. Stock payable in addition on completion at valuation. This is a business for sale as a going concern.
VIEWING: Strictly by appointment only, please get in touch to make an appointment.
FINANCE: We may be able to help you with business financing or your commercial mortgage needs, subject to eligibility. Please let us know if you need our assistance with this and we will put you in touch with our recommended whole-of-market broker.
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DISCLAIMER
1. Money Laundering Regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets, flooring or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
