General Stores For Sale in the UK

Explore General Stores for sale across the UK, including convenience shops, village stores, off‑licences, and mixed‑retail outlets. Many listings offer clear opportunities to expand product ranges, introduce new services, or grow local reach, giving buyers room to develop the business and increase revenue.

121 General Stores For Sale in the UK


Convenience Store and Off Licence in Hertfordshire

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Asking Price: £59,950 Turnover: £4,500

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential and commercial area, HERTFORDSHIRE. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. - £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Lucrative Wholesale newsbill £900 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PARCELS £400 per week approx.

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Convenience Store and General Store in Essex

Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a small parade, unopposed trading position, residential area, Essex. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 23% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £40 per week approx. It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential to increase the sales by introducing alcohol subject to planning permission.

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Immaculate Convenience Store in Kent

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Asking Price: £150,000 Turnover: £6,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Kent. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Wse are advised the vendor has recently submitted applications for National Lottery and Paypoint agencies.

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Florist plus Fruit and Greens Shop in Surrey

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Asking Price: £69,000 Turnover: £4,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Surrey. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence in Leicestershire

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Asking Price: £600,000 Turnover: £11,000

Spacious end of terrace property, residential area LEICESTERSHIRE. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover is currently in the region of £10,000 - £12,000 p.w. in our opinion offering further potential to increase in the right hands. Wholesale newsbill £250/£300 p.w.

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Staff Run Convenience Store in Surrey

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Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, near SURREY. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £50 per week approx. PARCEL SERVICES £150 per week approx.

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Supermarket and Butchers in Dorset

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Asking Price: £135,000 Turnover: £8,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Dorset. The sales currently averages £8,000 - £9,000p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx.

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Supermarket & Butchers in Ilford

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Asking Price: £150,000 Turnover: £8,500

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, ILFORD, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £7,000 -£10,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 35% approx.

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Why Buy a General Store?

General stores remain one of the UK’s most dependable and consistently in‑demand retail businesses, offering strong trade from local residents, commuters, families, and customers seeking everyday essentials, household goods, snacks, and convenience items. Whether you’re looking for a village store, a neighbourhood general shop, a mixed‑retail outlet, or a high‑street unit with broad product ranges, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on general stores for convenience, accessibility, and quick purchases - creating steady footfall with clear peaks during mornings, after‑work periods, weekends, and seasonal events. Many general stores benefit from loyal local clientele, strong margins on fast‑moving goods, and additional revenue from services such as parcel collection, bill payments, lottery, or newspapers.

Operationally, general stores offer buyers a flexible and scalable business model, with opportunities to grow through improved merchandising, expanded stock lines, local delivery, online ordering, and partnerships with suppliers or community organisations. With predictable demand and the ability to tailor the offer to local needs, general stores often deliver strong year‑round performance with long‑term growth potential.

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FAQ

1. What does a General Store typically offer?
General stores usually provide everyday essentials, groceries, household items, snacks, drinks, newspapers, toiletries, and a mix of convenience and general‑retail products.

2. How profitable are General Stores?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £3,000 to £20,000+, depending on location, footfall, product mix, and competition. Margins are strongest on impulse items and convenience goods.

3. Who are the main customers for General Stores?
Customers include local residents, commuters, families, school traffic, passers‑by, and regular shoppers seeking quick, convenient purchases.

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