A long-established community convenience store and the only shop in the village of Cushendun, one of the most visited spots on the Antrim coast. The shop sits beside Cushendun beach, close to the village caravan site and moments from Cushendun Caves, a well-known Game of Thrones filming location that draws visitors and coach tours throughout the season.
It supplies everyday groceries, fresh and chilled foods, local meat, bakery, fruit and vegetables, confectionery, drinks, newspapers and household essentials to a loyal year-round local customer base, boosted by strong summer tourism.
Business Highlights
- The only shop in Cushendun village
- Prime tourist location beside the beach, caravan site and Cushendun Caves (Game of Thrones filming location)
- A shop has traded from this site since 1934
- Net sales of £457,416 (incl. VAT) in the 12 months to September 2026
- Around 62,800 customer transactions a year; average sale £7.28
- Strong summer trade – July 2026 sales of £54,932
- Loyal, recurring year-round customer base
- Exceptionally low rent of £9 a year; nil business rates
- Substantial basement stockholding and storage space
- Post Office approval secured, subject to alarm and secure room before opening
- First floor offers potential for conversion to a self-contained flat, subject to planning and landlord consent
- Established Facebook page with around 1,200 followers, plus Instagram
- All fixtures and fittings included; stock at valuation
- Owner willing to provide training
An attractive opportunity for an owner-operator, couple or family seeking an essential community retail business in a prime tourist location, with low premises costs and scope to add new revenue streams.
