John Livingston & Sons Butchers, 27 East Main Street, Whitburn, EH47 0RA
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- High street retail
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Key features
- Long Established Business - Great Reputation
- ANP of £51,760 for Y/E 31.03.24
- GPM of 45% for Y/E 31.03.24
- High Standard Preparation & Storage Areas
- Potential to Increase Sales with Deliveries
- Substantial Freehold Property with Parking to rear - Energy Rating A
- Christie & Co Ref: 5218671
Description
A long established traditional butchers business situated in the busy commuter town of Whitburn in West Lothian.
Preparing a large variety of fresh meats, pies and pastries on site the business has excellent preparation areas and equipment including ovens, a walk-in freezer and two walk in chillers.
The site is well located on the main road through the town with lots of footfall throughout the day. It is also a five minute walk from the high school.
Whitburn is a commuter town in West Lothian, Scotland, halfway between Scotland's two largest cities, around 23 miles east of Glasgow and 22 miles west of Edinburgh. It lies between junction 4 and 4a of the M8. The nearest major towns are Bathgate (four miles) and Livingston (six miles).
There are five primary schools and one main high school, Whitburn Academy.
The town has a population of c.12,000 with the subjects situated on the main commercial road through the town which hosts a large number of different businesses.
The shop has a main service area consisting of a large chiller counter with selection of fresh meats displayed. Pies and pastries are for sales behind the counter, with a selection of soft drinks, fruit and vegetables. Eggs are also available.
To the rear of the building there are two distinct preparation areas joined by a corridor, a walk-in freezer and two walk-in chillers, storage space and bathroom. There is also a full height roller door that leads to the yard for easy of deliveries.
We have been advised that all trade fixtures and fittings are owned outright and included within the sale/purchase.
External DetailsThe premises are part of a substantial two story detached building, with the business occupying the ground floor left hand side and extending out to the rear, with residential accommodation above and adjacent.
The OpportunityAn outstanding opportunity to secure a large freehold property housing a long established butchers business with potential to increase turnover.
Our clients have ran the business for many years and now wish to retire.
The business has a great reputation within Whitburn and beyond and would suit a current butcher looking to expand their business or incorporate another site into their portfolio.
There is huge scope to increase turnover with home deliveries or the supply of near by hospitality businesses. In store there is potential to increase the hot food options across the day, with breakfast lunch times providing a large number of school children leaving the academy in search of sustenance.
The business is ran by its two owners and part-time staff.
A full anonymized staff report can be produced for interested parties.
Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE) will apply to any remaining staff.
Full business accounts are available and will be shared post viewing stage.
Trading HoursMonday - 6.00am to 5.00pm
Tuesday - 6.00am to 5.00pm
Wednesday - 6.00am to 1.00pm
Thursday - 6.00am to 5.00pm
Friday - 6.00am to 5.00pm
Saturday - 6.00am to 4.00pm
Sunday - Closed
Offered to the market at offers over £240,000 for the business and freehold interest.
Business RatesThe current Rateable Value as of 1 April 2023 is £8,300. This is subject to status and all interested parties are advised to check with the relevant local Authority.
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John Livingston & Sons Butchers, 27 East Main Street, Whitburn, EH47 0RA
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