Well established hardware and diy store for sale

County Hardware traditional DIY shop providing everything from everyday essentials to speciality products for the home and garden. They supply a vast range of DIY goods in addition to the impressive overall stock within the business.

They specialise in Keys & Key Cutting, keeping 1000’s of Key Blanks in stock and also stock a large selection of locks, padlocks and replacement cylinders.

Key selling points – 

• A well established business with an enviable reputation and many regular customers
• Prime trading position with lots of footfall
• Current owner happy to offer a handover to ensure the continued success
• Ideal owner managed or partnership business
• Perfect business for someone looking for their first foray into self employment

Scope to improve –

• Start an eBay shop to increase turnover
• Increase marketing/advertising

Location
County Hardware is located on Cheriton Rd, in Cheriton, Folkestone. It’s situated along a business road of shops.

The business has eye catching signage and receives high levels of footfall and passing trade.

Premises
Ground floor –

• Service area with large counter, ample display shelving and racking.
• To the rear is the WC and storage area.

External –

• To the rear of the premises is a secure yard.

Tenure
We are advised that the business is being sold on a leasehold basis. As our clients own the freehold, they have advised that a mutually accepted lease is to be negotiated with the new buyer. The rent will be £13,000 per annum. 

Hours
The current trading hours are –

Monday to Saturday – 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday – Closed

Staff
We are advised that the the business is run and managed by our clients, with the help of 2 part-time staff members. 

Financial Profile
We are advised as per the 2023 accounts, the business generated a turnover in the region of £157,000. Further financials can be made available upon request.