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Should I Buy a Pub? Here's 5 Things to Consider

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Have you always dreamed of running a pub? Then ask yourself these five questions to see if you have what it takes

The Etsy Shop

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When Becky Birkin gave birth to her first child, Seth, she found time to spare that she never had before, and so, pursued a new hobby.

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• Sector Spotlight: Farms

  For Buyers

  The decision to leave the EU has created a large sense of uncertainty for Great Britain’s agricultural sector and with many industries reliant upon farming, how we move forward must be executed carefully – or it could be looking at a house of cards.

• The Local Pet Shop

  Case Studies

  Hannah James tells us why she loves running her Brighton pet shop.

• The Father & Son Building Business

  Case Studies

  We spoke with father and son partnership, Bradley Building Services, about running their own business.

• The Kid’s Craft Business

  For Buyers

  We spoke with ex-teacher Wayne Cullum about his children’s craft business, Crafted London.

• What Do Lenders Look For If You Want to Buy an Off-licence?

  For Buyers

  Although competition from supermarkets is strong, small convenience stores still have a vital role in many communities and can provide a profitable business option.

• How to Buy a Bike Shop

  For Buyers

  Bikes are now big business, but how do you go about buying a bike shop?

• Black Friday: Helpful or Harmful?

  Features

  As Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach many businesses are frantically preparing themselves for the bargain hunters, but does the event just carry the illusion of success?

• Sector Spotlight: Hotels

  Sector Guides

  With the UK economy in flux what can the hospitality sector expect in the coming months?

• How to Run a Restaurant

  Sector Guides

  Running a restaurant is known as one of the most demanding, yet rewarding experiences. But what does it actually take to keep a restaurant ticking-over and paying its way.

• The Indian Inspired Cooking School

  Case Studies

  We talk to mother and daughter duo, Surinder and Safia, about how they brought their passion for homemade traditional Punjabi food to a wider public.

• The Italian Confectionary Entrepreneur

  Case Studies

  We spoke with ex-investment banker Lavinia about how she swapped life in the city for running her own confectionary business.

• Sector Spotlight: Florists

  Sector Guides

  Like other high street traders, florists have experienced some tough times in recent years. For many, the supermarket has become the place to purchase flowers, and it is unlikely that these blooms will have been grown in the home market.

• The Cypriot Street Food Vendor

  Case Studies

  We spoke with entrepreneur Nick Lazarides about how he started his street food business Cyprus Kitchen.

• Sector Spotlight: Pharmacies

  Sector Guides

  We explore the current health of UK pharmacies.

• How to Run a Bike Shop

  For Buyers

  There is a UK-wide boom in the popularity of cycling, but how do you successfully run a bike business in otherwise challenging times?

• How to Buy a Tea Room

  How-To

  The traditional British tea room is enjoying a renaissance, so here’s our guide on how to buy one. 

• What Do Lenders Look for If You Want to Buy Boarding Kennels

  For Buyers

  If you are considering opening boarding kennels, it may seem as though you need little besides space to house the dogs, room for exercise, and perhaps some part-time staff to feed and walk your canine guests.

• What Do Lenders Look for If You Want to Buy a Hotel

  For Buyers

  There are many types of hotel, from the small guest house to the large national chains. Whatever the scale of your plans, you will probably need some external funding before you can open for business.