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.

117 General Stores For Sale in the UK


Convenience Store with Post Office in Falmouth

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Asking Price: £520,000 Turnover: £2,000 Post Office: £77,000

Occupying a prominent corner position, excellent main road trading position, residential area, near FALMOUTH, Cornwall. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £77,000 p.a. approx. N.B. The Post Office includes the operation of an 'outreach office' serving 8 locations, with a total time commitment of 15 hours per week.

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Traditional Newsagent in Leicestershire

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Asking Price: £54,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a small parade, unopposed trading position, residential area, LEICESTERSHIRE. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% - 30% approx. Wholesale newsbill £1,200 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £140 per week approx. PARCEL SERVICES £200 per month approx. It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential to increase the sales by introducing alcohol.

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Convenience Store and Off Licence in Surrey

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Asking Price: £210,000 Turnover: £9,500

Main road trading position, residential area, SURREY. The sales currently averages £9,000 p.w. - £10,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. Wholesale newsbill £150 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: BUS PASSES £100 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence in Leicestershire

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Asking Price: £145,000 Turnover: £8,400

Semi-detached property, unopposed trading position, residential area, LEICESTERSHIRE. The sales currently averages £8,400 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Wholesale newsbill £150 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £30 per week approx. PAY POINT £5 per week approx. Additional Rental income from Salon next door paying £2,400 per annum

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Off Licence plus Grocery and Convenience Store in East Yorkshire

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Asking Price: £39,995 Turnover: £4,500

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential area, EAST YORKSHIRE. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. - £5,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 25% approx. In our opinion the business offers terrific potential for further increase especially with the introduction of lottery, paypoint & newspapers.

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Convenience Store and Off Licence in North London

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Asking Price: £120,000 Turnover: £5,000

Terrace property, excellent trading position, expanding residential area close to large hospital, NW LONDON. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. - £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 70% approx.

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Convenience Store and Off Licence in Cleethorpes

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Asking Price: £49,500 Turnover: £5,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, CLEETHORPES, Lincolnshire. The sales was £5,000 - £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 32.5% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £10 per week approx. ATM £10 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence and Post Office in Cambridgeshire

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Asking Price: £149,500 Turnover: £6,000 Post Office: £28,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential and commercial area, Cambridgeshire. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx. Wholesale newsbill £100 p.w. POST OFFICE income in the region of £28,500 p.a. approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £40 per week approx.

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Caribbean Convenience Store plus Fruit and Veg Shop in Selhurst

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Asking Price: £25,000 Turnover: £1,600

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, densely populated residential and commercial area, SOUTH NORWOOD, LONDON, SE25. The sales currently averages £1,600 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx. There is tremendous potential to introduce the sales of beers, wines and spirits subject to local authority consent.

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Virtually Freehold Counter Newsagent with Off Licence in Putney

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Asking Price: £399,500 Turnover: £7,500

Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential area, PUTNEY, LONDON, SW15. The sales currently averages £7,000 - £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 22% approx. Wholesale newsbill £200 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £150 per week approx. Pastel Services £350 per month approx. PAY ZONE £10 per week approx.

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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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