93 High Street, Biggar, South Lanarkshire

The Orchard is a well-established, award winning, family run greengrocers/delicatessen. Located in a prominent position on Biggar High Street the grocers were established approx. 30 years ago and has been firmly established as the ‘go to’ for residents looking for an alternative to supermarket shopping.

Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished and award-winning greengrocery and delicatessen business. The Orchard has been a beloved staple in the heart of Biggar for nearly three decades, firmly cementing its reputation as the premier destination for discerning residents seeking an exceptional alternative to supermarket fare. Prominently positioned on the bustling Biggar High Street, this family-run establishment has cultivated a loyal clientele through its unwavering commitment to quality and service excellence. This thriving enterprise is being offered for sale on a leasehold basis, presenting an incredible prospect for an entrepreneurial visionary to build upon its illustrious legacy. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of locally-sourced produce, artisanal delicacies, and an unparalleled shopping experience that has delighted generations of patrons.

Situation:
Biggar is a popular commuter town steeped in history and has all the required facilities and amenities, including a wide range of shops, primary and high schools, 18-hole golf course, bowling club, rugby club and several other leisure facilities, including fishing on the nearby River Clyde. The area also provides good access to the Scottish Borders and the Clyde valley, providing excellent walks for the outdoor enthusiast including nearby Culter Fell, Tinto Hill and the Falls of Clyde. Biggar is much favoured particularly for those requiring good transport links and easy access to Edinburgh and Glasgow, with the Edinburgh City Bypass only a thirty-minute drive away, giving good access to East Central Scotland. The M74 is only a fifteen-minute journey giving good access to Glasgow and the West of Scotland.

The Business:
The Orchard is a well-established, award winning, family run greengrocers/delicatessen. Located in a prominent position on Biggar High Street the grocers were established approx. 30 years ago and has been firmly established as the ‘go to’ for residents looking for an alternative to supermarket shopping. Evolving over the years The Orchard has become more of a delicatessen, offering a selection of fine foods supplied by local independent producer’s including meats, cheese, bakery products, homemade condiments, oils, oat cakes, fresh seafood, fruit and vegetables and every other kind of product you would imagine a modern delicatessen would offer. The recently installed, ‘refill station’ has been a massive hit with customers and provides an additional income revenue but also confirms The Orchards commitment to offer alternatives and doing their bit for the environment. The home delivery and pre order service are popular for older members of the community and busy professionals. Also offering hampers, cheese boards and different types of gifts through the year. Overall, The Orchard is a highly regarded, modern and profitable business located in a prominent position within the town’s high street, benefiting from high footfall. In an ever-changing market the business has plenty of room for growth.

The Property:
The Orchard operates from a retail unit on the ground floor of a two-storey building in the heart of Biggar High Street, with a large window display to the front of a spacious retail area. The property is accessed through double doors and has a retractable canopy to the front. The shop has everything required and provides a readymade business including, shelving, refill station, fish counter/fridge, chillers, serving areas, interlinked scales epos system etc.

There is a further property to the rear of the retail space, currently used as a large walk-in chilled area, additional storage and has a WC. This area is completely flexible and has a separate entrance so could be used for many different purposes.

External:
The main shop opens to the main square in Biggar with ample passing trade and car parking. There is a door to the rear that provides access to the store a walk-in chilled room.