Traditional Fish & Chip Shop With No Immediate Competition

Mailbox Estates is delighted to present an exceptional opportunity: a traditional Fish & Chip Shop now available for sale.

Our clients are presenting an exciting opportunity for an established operator or an ambitious entrepreneur to acquire this already thriving business. This takeaway features a diverse menu, including fish, kebabs, burgers, sundries, pies, and children’s meals.

This exceptional fish bar enjoys a prime location, benefiting from high foot traffic and convenient parking for collections. It is situated in a popular parade alongside a convenience store, pet store, butcher, aesthetics clinic, and supermarket. The shop is easily accessible via a local bus route and is within walking distance of four primary schools, guaranteeing a steady flow of potential customers

THE OPPORTUNITY:
• Established by the family in 1975, boasting a loyal customer base
• Exceptionally low rent at £10,500 per annum, ensuring favourable financial overheads
• Active and well-managed Facebook page with a substantial following of over 1,500 followers, enhancing online visibility and engagement
• Business website in place for direct deliveries, providing convenience and accessibility for customers
• 5* Food Hygiene Rating
• Option to add Just Eat and other delivery platforms for more exposure

WEEKLY TURNOVER:
• Our client has informed us that the average weekly turnover is £4,500
• Delivery sales account for approximately £1,500 per week
• Currently, telephone home deliveries and Uber Eats cover a 1.5-mile radius only, with no association with major brands like Just Eat, Deliveroo, and Food Hub. This indicates significant potential for business expansion and growth opportunities

TENURE:
• The site is offered by way of assignment with 5 years remaining and an option to renew at the end of the term

RATES:
• The business benefits from Small Business Rates Relief

STAFF:
• The business operates with three full time members of staff, two part time and three delivery drivers

TRADING HOURS:
•Monday – Wednesday 4:30pm – 8:30pm
•Thursday – Saturday 12:00pm – 2:00pm, 4:30pm – 9:00pm
•Option to extend the current trading hours or to take advantage of the trade and open on Sundays.

INTERNAL:
• Internal area of 80 sqm (861 sq. ft)
•Main shop serving area, separate kitchen and preparation area plus a further chipper area

EXTERNAL:
• To the front of the building there are 15 designated customer parking spaces.

FIXTURES & FITTINGS:
The business is well-fitted throughout and a valuable inventory of equipment is included in the sale price such as:
•4 Pot Bain-marie plus 2 Pot (dry)
•4 Kebab Machines
•Stainless Steel Counters
•Tall Fridge Freezer
•Double Stainless-Steel Chiller
•3 X Chest Freezers
•Chicken Machine
•4 Channel CCTV
•Microwave
•Electric Shutters

REGULATORY
•A5 License
• 5*Food Hygiene Rating

LEGAL COSTS:
• Each party to be responsible for their own legal costs in connection with the sale.
• Landlord’s legal fees are the buyers and sellers responsibility and are to be shared equally.

TRADING INFORMATION:
• Full accounts and trading history will be made available to seriously interested parties after they have viewed the business.

VIEWING ARRANGMENTS:
• Mailbox Estates highly advise early viewing to avoid disappointment.

• Discreet customer visits are encouraged but ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD ANY DIRECT APPROACH BE MADE TO THE VENDOR OR ANY OF IT’S STAFF.

DEPOSITS:
• Successful applicants will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit.