This highly regarded and well-presented greengrocer has been under the ownership of the current vendors for approximately 35 years and is now being brought to market solely due to their desire to retire. During this time, the business has established an excellent reputation for quality, service and locally sourced produce, together with a loyal and established customer base. The business occupies a prime position in the heart of the picturesque village of Lindfield, a highly desirable and affluent West Sussex location renowned for its attractive village setting and strong local community. Being situated right in the centre of the village provides excellent accessibility and strong passing trade, with convenient customer parking available at a nearby public car park.The business offers a wide range of quality fresh fruit and vegetables, deli products, flowers and plants, with a particular focus on Sussex produce. It is considered an integral part of the local community and is highly regarded by residents in Lindfield and the surrounding areas. Average customer spend is approximately £10–£20, with the busiest trading periods typically between February and June and again from September to December. The business also operates a popular vegetable box delivery service, which offers clear scope for further growth, alongside the opportunity to develop additional commercial supply contracts with local businesses and hospitality operators. Overall, this represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a long-established and much-loved village business in a prime central location, with a strong reputation, loyal customer base and clear potential for future growth.
- Asking Price:
- £135,000
- Turnover:
- £200K - £500K
- Net Profit:
- Undisclosed
Property Information
- Property:
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Leasehold
- Lease Terms:
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The premises is currently held on a 6 year lease which commenced in September 2025 and there is a tenant only break in year 3. The current rent is £16,000 per annum, which is fixed until the end of the lease.
- Leasehold Rent:
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£16,000 per annum
- Location:
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The business occupies
a prime position in the heart of the picturesque village of Lindfield, a highly desirable and affluent West Sussex location renowned for its attractive village setting and strong local community. Being situated right in the centre of the village provides excellent accessibility and strong passing trade, with convenient customer parking available at a nearby public car park.
- Premises Details:
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The listed premises are well fitted and provide an excellent trading environment, with a comprehensive range of fixtures and fittings included in the sale. These include bespoke shelving, two chilled display cabinets, display units and a serve-over counter. The vendors confirm that all trade fixtures and fittings are owned by the business and will be included within the sale. In addition, the business delivery van will also be included in the sale. To the rear of the main retail area is a walk-in chiller, together with a dedicated area for the collation and packing of customer deliveries. The first floor provides useful ancillary accommodation comprising an office, kitchenette, staff WC and two storage rooms. Externally, there is a shared rear yard which provides space for parking the business vehicle and housing the commercial bins. In 2018, the vendors further expanded the business by taking a separate building situated across the yard. This additional accommodation has significantly enhanced the operational capacity of the business and is fitted with a further walk-in chiller, additional storage and an area dedicated to order preparation. The additional building is shared with the butcher next door and the rent and rates are split equally between the parties. The current rent payable by our vendor is £6,000 per annum, with business rates of approximately £600 per annum. The additional space has proved invaluable in supporting the continued growth of the business and enabling it to accommodate increasing levels of demand. To the front of the premises, the vendors utilise the external area to display a wide selection of plants and flowers, providing an attractive and prominent frontage and further enhancing the overall presentation of the business.
- Energy Performance Rating:
- D
Business Operation
- Management type:
- This business is owner operated.
- Reasons for selling:
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Retirement
- Trading hours:
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8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday and 8:00am to 4:30pm on Saturdays.
- Employees:
- 2 part-time
- Years established:
- 35
