Today's Local - Wombwell, Wombwell lane, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 8EP

Discover a newly established Today’s Local serving the Wombwell area of Barnsley. Opened in August 2025, the store offers a bright, modern retail environment with a brand new fit out and an easy to shop layout. Since launch, weekly takings have increased and now average around £5,000 per week (excluding Lottery and PayPoint), clearly trending upward and demonstrating growing traction with local shoppers. Well positioned within a residential catchment, the shop is ideally placed to attract regular everyday custom.

The store is built around core convenience with groceries, chilled and frozen lines, snacks, soft drinks and household essentials, within a clean, contemporary space that supports quick visits throughout the day. With long opening hours achievable and a turnkey specification already in place, this is an attractive opportunity for a first time buyer or an experienced operator seeking a high quality addition to their portfolio.

Situated in the heart of Wombwell in Barnsley, the store benefits from a central position that captures steady footfall from surrounding residential streets and complementary high street uses. The area supports consistent everyday needs trade, with local services, small independents and national operators helping to anchor regular customer flows. Proximity to rail and bus connections enhances accessibility for both customers and suppliers, while the established residential catchment within walking distance underpins repeat visits and a stable base of core convenience spend. The combination of visibility, connectivity and nearby amenities makes this a compelling location for convenience retail in the S73 postcode.

All trade fixtures and fittings are included in the sale, except for any items owned by third parties or personal to the current owners. The recent installation of equipment in 2025 supports dependable operation and reduces immediate replacement risk.

A prominent glazed frontage provides strong street presence, clear branding and good sightlines into the sales area. Dedicated parking for customers help facilitate quick top up shops throughout the day.

This is a fantastic chance to acquire a newly established, fully operational convenience store without the complexity and cost of a refit. As a brand new, turnkey site in a good location surrounded by plenty of housing, it’s well placed to capture regular everyday custom from day one and will appeal to both first time buyers and multi site operators seeking a modern addition to their estate. Buyers can tailor opening hours and introduce local partnerships, delivery or loyalty initiatives, subject to demand and any required consents.

Additionally, there is potential to install a Post Office operation, which could drive additional footfall and generate further income subject to feasibility and approvals. With its new fit out and everyday needs catchment, the store offers a clear springboard for sustainable, incremental growth.

The business is currently run with a straightforward staffing model suitable for a convenience format. A purchaser may retain existing arrangements or adjust staffing to suit their preferred operating style.

As the store commenced trading in August 2025, performance data is still maturing. Epos can be made available to seriously interested parties upon request to support assessment of current trading and future potential.

Mon – Sat: 07:00am– 22:00pm
Sun: 08:00am – 22:00pm

The property is available on a leasehold basis with a passing rent of £14,000 per annum.

The asking price is exclusive of stock, which will be valued at the time of completion. The purchaser will be required to pay for the stock in addition to the agreed sale price, based on its assessed value on the day of transfer.

As a newly established unit, Purchasers should verify the current rateable value with the Valuation Office Agency and confirm the payable amount/reliefs with Barnsley Council.