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Independent Book Shop For Sale In Dorset For Sale

Blandford Forum, Dorset, UK
Asking Price:
£199,950
Turnover:
Available on request
Net Profit:
Available on request

CoGoGo are delighted to welcome to the market The Dorset Book Shop, a highly rated independent bookshop in the heart of Blandford Forum, Dorset.

The Dorset Book Shop was established in 1950 and has been owned by our client from 2007 and has built up an excellent reputation during its time of trading. As seen by the online ratings and reviews, the business is extremely popular within the local area.

The business has now come to the open market due to our clients desire to retire.

Situated in the outstanding Georgian town centre of Balnford Forum, an original early 18th century building occupying 3 floors.They specialise in carefully selected new and second hand books of all types of subjects.

They offer a friendly and helpful service whilst also offering a large range of interesting new and old books plus special orders with fast delivery for collection from the shop.

Books The Dorset Book Shop offer;

Large selection of Dorset and Walking books
Beautiful new illustrated Children's books for special occasions
Classic Children's books
Travel and Travel Writing
Recent and classic fiction
Art, Transport, Philosophy and Cookery and much more

In addition to book and card sales there has been an additional source of income from the sale and repair of antique clocks and curios, however please be advised this is not included in the sale and additional equipment can be negotiated with our client.

Financial Profile

Full financial's can be made available upon further request.

Property Information

Property:

Freehold

Location:

The Dorset Book Shop is located on East Street, Blandford Forum in Dorset.

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

Premises Details:

Occupies a single fronted premises on a busy high street.

Ground Floor

New Book Sales - 287 SqFt
Back Room with secondhand book sales - 44 SqFt
Storage
Sink Room - 87 SqFt
WC

First Floor

Display Shelf on the stairs and landing
2x secondhand book sales rooms - 105 SqFt & 115 SqFt both with fireplaces
Stairs to alcove display area and second floor

Second Floor

Landing with cupboard and sales shelves
2x Secondhand book sales rooms - 110 SqFt & 111 SqFt
Stairs to the attic room

Third Floor

Attic room with skylight and storage

External area of premesis

Small garden at rear

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Business Operation

Trading hours:

The current business hours are;

Monday - Closed

Tuesday to Saturday - 10:00am to 1:00pm

Sunday - Closed

Employees:
We are advised the business is run and managed by our clients.