A rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and long-established takeaway business positioned in the heart of a thriving coastal village within the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site. First established in the 1960s and owned by the current proprietors since 2007, the sale is prompted solely by retirement.
Set within a prime main street location, this market-leading operation benefits from very limited local competition and a strong trading profile. A loyal year-round local following is complemented by significant seasonal demand from holidaymakers drawn to this internationally recognised coastal destination, providing resilience and consistency in turnover.
While traditionally recognised as a fish and chip shop, the business has successfully evolved into a broader, fully licensed takeaway with increasing emphasis on pizzas, ice creams and high-margin add-ons including shakes and sundaes. With fish prices currently at sustained highs across the sector, this diversified model has strengthened profitability and reduced reliance on fish alone. In the summer months, pizza sales regularly exceed 100 per shift, outperforming some standalone pizza operators.
Strong and reliable six-figure adjusted net profits are generated through an efficient, owner-operated structure. Considerable investment has been made in recent years across the premises, equipment and operational systems, creating a modern business capable of sustaining high volumes with well-managed staffing levels.
Included within the opportunity is valuable on-site residential accommodation, enhancing both lifestyle appeal and overall proposition. This represents not only a proven and profitable business, but also a genuine lifestyle opportunity in a tightly held coastal location, with clear scope for continued growth under new ownership.
