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.

123 General Stores For Sale in the UK


Convenience Store and Off Licence in Kent

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Asking Price: £115,000 Turnover: £9,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Kent. The sales currently averages £9,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 22% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £50 per week approx. PARCEL £150 per week approx. Advertising £150 pm approx.

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Convenience Store and Off Licence in Middlesex

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Asking Price: £135,000 Turnover: £6,500

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, MIDDLESEX. The sales currently averages £6,000 - £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% - 30% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx. PAY POINT PLUS £70 per week approx. EVERY £100 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Huge Potential in Shropshire

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Asking Price: £99,500 Turnover: £6,250

Detached property, excellent trading position, residential area, Shropshire. The sales currently averages £6,00 p.w. - £6,500 p.w with a Gross profit of 22.5% approx. Wholesale newsbill £300 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx. EVRI PARCEL £175 per week approx.

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Convenience Store and Off Licence in South Wales

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Asking Price: £90,000 Turnover: £6,000

Unopposed prominent trading position, residential area, S. Wales. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £10 per week approx.

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Unopposed Convenience Store with Off Licence in Hertfordshire

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

Situated in a small parade, unopposed trading position, residential area, Hertfordshire. The sales currently averages £6,800 - £7,200 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35 - 40% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £50 per week approx. PAY POINT £10 per week approx. RELAY starting soon

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Newly Fitted Convenience Store with Off Licence in South London

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Asking Price: £200,000 Turnover: £13,000

Situated in a parade, densely populated residential area, next to bus stop and clsoe to Train Station, SOUTH EAST LONDON/KENT BORDERS. The sales currently averages £13,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £60 per week approx. PAY POINT £10 per week approx. OYSTER£30 per week approx.

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Newsagent & Off Licence in Waterlooville

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Asking Price: £549,000 Turnover: £5,200

Detached property, excellent trading position, residential area, NEAR WATERLOOVILLE, Hants. The sales currently averages £5,200 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx. Wholesale newsbill £1,000 p.w. We are advised the sale year ended 31 March 2025 showed turnover of £220,179 and a G.P. of £85,729 We are advised the vendor has recently commenced as an agent for RELAY parcel services.

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Immaculate Convenience Store in Kent

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Asking Price: £140,000 Turnover: £6,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Kent. The sales currently averages £6,000 - £7,000 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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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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