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A lovely cafe with a unique atmosphere is located in a peaceful courtyard near a main market square in the north of England. The china and decorations are based on 1940’s vintage design downstairs and 1950’s, 1960's, and 1970’s vintage design upstairs. There is also seating in the lovely courtyard outside.
This tea room takes you on a journey through time, with features from the 1930’s, 40’s, 50’s, and 70’s:
• Authentic Décor and Furnishings
• Timeless Menu Inspired by Each Era
• Loyal Customer Base
• A Nostalgic Haven
• Unbeatable Location
The is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to break into the market or a bolt on acquisition for an existing operator.
The business is operated full time by the owners with 3 x part time and 1 x full time employees currently and is operated Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am to 4.30pm, offering scope to increase opening hours into the evenings and a potential 7 day opening.
Marketing
This business has very active Facebook page giving regular updates and sharing events. The business is in a hustle-and-bustle village and therefore does not need much by way of advertising spend but offers an opportunity for an incoming buyer to review this.
Location
Nestled in a quaint little cobbled courtyard which is located near the market square, where every week there is a very busy and vibrant market event as well as their annual Christmas market which is an unforgettable festive experience.
Management and employees
The business is managed by a full-time by the owner and a selection of part time staff, which offers any potential purchaser an opportunity to recruit and scale the business.
Growth opportunities
1. Themed Events for Each Decade – You could hold monthly themed events throughout the Year.
2. Expansion of Decade-Specific Menus – increase the food range with decade inspired meals snacks.
3. Niche Marketing to History Enthusiasts – hold events though out the year and targeted marketing towards the history enthusiasts.
4. Merchandise Sales – Have a range of decade inspired gifts/confectionery / treats as add on sales when customers come to visit.
5. Online Presence Enhancement – Create a nostalgic themed website for not only to keep UpToDate with events but also to purchase merchandise.
6. Takeaway/Delivery Service – explore the endless possibilities with takeaway/delivery service utilizing one or more of the available deliver partners e.g. Uber Eats, Deliveroo and Just Eat.
Premises
The premises is a 2-storey leasehold retail unit, with a fitted commercial kitchen and customer front of house area. Externally there is unrestricted use of the front courtyard immediately outside the property.
The lease is a 5-year lease with a rental of £750 per month with no business rates applicable.
Further information
Further information is available by speaking with the us and viewings are strictly by appointment only as the sale of this business is strictly confidential.
