Spacious sales shop approx. 750 sq. ft. sales area, all refitted in 1999, air conditioned. Carpeted, suspended ceiling with concealed fluorescent lighting, modern adjustable shelving, 3 greeting card display stands with drawers, drinks fridge, Mars fridge (on loan), 1 chest deep freeze, 1 upright double door drinks display fridge, 1 upright double sliding door dairy display fridge, electronic cash register, electronic scales. Open plan Post Office counter.
Turnover
WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £6,500/£7,000 p.w. in our opinion offering further potential to increase in the right hands. Wholesale newsbill £1,100 p.w. Gross profit 19% approx. Post Office Salary £22,000 p.a. approx.
Staff
The business is at present operated by the vendor with the assistance of 1 full time in respect of the retail business plus 1 full time in respect of the sub post office.
Opening
Hours
Monday - Saturday inclusive - 6.30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
With the exception of Wednesdays and Saturdays when the business remains open until 7.30 p.m.
Sunday opening 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Accommodation
The accommodation, all in good condition, fully DOUBLE GLAZED and with FULL GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING comprises:
3 bedrooms (2 doubles, 1 single)
Bathroom with bath, w.c. and wash hand basin
Second bathroom with bath, w.c. and wash hand basin
Lounge
Kitchen with fitted units
Outside
Yard at rear with car parking space for 2-3 cars.
Tenure
We understand the premises are held on a secure renewable lease having approximately 7 years unexpired at a rental of £15,500 p.a. exclusive of rates up to April, 2009 with rent rent to be agreed thereafter.
Uniform Business Rates: £1,300 p.a. approx. + water rates
RECOMMENDED FOR EARLY INSPECTION.
Price
TO INCLUDE THE SECURE LEASE, GOODWILL, FIXTURES & FITTINGS £129,950 plus STOCK AT VALUATION (£12,000 approx).
SUBSTANTIAL LOAN TO AN APPROVED APPLICANT.
