This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long-established Fish & Chip Shop with a Dessert Shop, ideally positioned in a prime high-footfall location. Boasting an impressive weekly turnover of £15,000, the business includes accommodation.
The current owner has extensively renovated the premises, including the addition of a dessert counter offering a variety of
Milkshakes, Doughnuts, Waffles, Slush, Cookie Dough, Ice Cream Pots, and Churros.
An external staircase has also been installed to provide private access for the tenant residing in the accommodation above, enhancing convenience and privacy.
REASON FOR SALE:
The current owner has run the business since 2021 and is now offering it for sale due to other business interests.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
- Location: Prime position on a busy main road with high footfall, excellent visibility, and other shops nearby. Customer parking available directly in front.
- Weekly Turnover: £15,000 on average
Hygiene: Awarded a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating, reflecting the highest standards.
Fully equipped with high-quality, modern equipment, enabling smooth and efficient operations.
LOCATION:
- Surrounded by residential neighbourhoods (45,000 within a three-mile radius), providing a steady stream of local customers and repeat business.
- Strong community presence with nearby pharmacies, convenience stores, and bus routes driving traffic past the shop.
- Two university sites with 40,000 students within two miles.
WEEKLY TURNOVER:
*The business generates an average weekly turnover of £15,000.
Approximately 50% of the revenue is derived from walk-in customers, with the remaining 50% generated through online delivery platforms, demonstrating a well-balanced and scalable trading model.
The business is a member of Uber Eats, Just Eat and Deliveroo and they also have their own website. The store has its own app for customers to place orders directly with the shop for delivery or collection.
Rent
*The annual rent is £21,000, which includes a three-bedroom flat above the premises.
The flat is currently rented at £1,050 per calendar month, with an anticipated increase of £100 PCM from August 2025.
The rental income from the accommodation provides a valuable opportunity to offset a significant portion of the rent payable. This leaves only £8,400 payable.
Ground Floor:
- The ground floor spans an impressive 136 square meters (1,463 sq. ft.) and is designed for efficiency, featuring a rear prep room, and individual workstations for each staff member.
- Two walk-in chillers
- CCTV with recording
- Wet room for prep area
- Staff W/C
- Rear Kitchen
TENURE:
*The business is being offered for sale by way of an assignment of the existing lease, which has approximately 11 years remaining and is renewable.
TRADING HOURS:
Monday - Thursday: 12:00pm - 9:15pm
Friday & Saturday: 12:00pm - 9:30pm
Sunday: 3:00pm - 9:00pm
STAFF:
*The business is operated by two owners, supported by a team of ten staff.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS:
*The business is well-fitted throughout and a valuable inventory of equipment is included in the sale price.
7 Menu Screens
4 x Kebab Machines
10 x Bain Marie pots (hot sauces)
3 x Bain Marie pots (kebabs)
1 x Microwave
1 x Cake fridge
1 x Salad fridge display
1 x Henny Penny 18-piece fryer
1 x T5 ice cream machine
1 x Churro fryer
1 x 3-slush machine
1 x Coke fridge
1 x Carbon Assassin Oil filter
3-pan Middleton island range, two chip boxes (3 years old)
RATES:
* The rates are £5,127.80 per annum.
LEGAL COSTS:
- Each party to be responsible for their own legal costs in connection with the sale
- Landlord's legal fees are the responsibility of the buyer and seller and are to be shared equally.
TRADING INFORMATION:
*Trading information will be made available to genuinely interested parties who have signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and viewed the premises
REGULATORY LICENCE:
- A3 Licence
- 5-star Food Hygiene Rating
DEPOSIT:
*Successful Applicants will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS:
Important: Discreet customer visits are encouraged, but DO NOT approach the vendor or staff directly.
Tenure: Leasehold
