Marine Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22

This is an iconic business, which has been established for decades and is a local landmark. It is a highly profitable ice cream/gelato shop and cafe and is one of only a handful of retail businesses on Eastbourne's historic seafront. It is entirely run by staff and comes with the benefit of six-bedroom owners' accommodation with outstanding sea views.

Location
The business enjoys what is probably the best trading location in the town for this type of business. It occupies a prominent corner position, directly opposite the seafront and is within a 5-minute walk of the pier and town centre.

With excellent road and rail links to London, Gatwick and Brighton, Eastbourne remains a flourishing seaside destination, attracting both tourist and commercial trade. It is noted for several major events, including the annual LTA tennis and its own spectacular annual air show. Eastbourne is the ideal location to enjoy town and country breaks at the foot of the Downs.

Business
The business operates as a gelato/ice cream parlour with extremely high levels of trade during the spring and summer months. It also offers a range of hot and cold drinks, snacks and light meals which ensures a good level of business during the winter months. The business has been trading in this location since 1967 and has become a local landmark with an outstanding reputation with both local residents and the many visitors to the town.