Meads Street, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20

Summary
With its prime Meads Village location - close to well-regarded private schools, affluent residential catchment and tourist routes linking Eastbourne seafront with the South Downs - this established wellness centre and retail business benefits from a steady flow of both local and visitor trade. The business combines charm, sustainability and growth potential, making it an ideal opportunity for a yoga teacher, nutritionist, holistic therapist or wellness entrepreneur seeking a ready-to-trade lifestyle business. All fixtures, fittings and infrastructure are included, enabling a smooth transition to new ownership.

Location
The business is situated in the heart of Meads Village, one of Eastbourne's most desirable and characterful areas. Meads is known for its tree-lined streets, attractive Victorian and Edwardian housing, and its vibrant local community. Meads Street offers a parade of independent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs alongside convenience stores including Tesco Express and Co-op.

The area benefits from excellent local amenities, with highly regarded schools such as Bedes and St Andrews close by, and access to leisure and outdoor pursuits. The seafront and Holywell beach are just a short walk away, while the South Downs National Park and Beachy Head are very close by, providing year-round appeal for walkers and visitors.

Meads Village supports a range of niche and specialist retailers, wellness services and lifestyle businesses, drawing a loyal local customer base from an affluent residential population. The area also benefits from tourist footfall, particularly in warmer months, with visitors attracted by the seafront, promenade and cliff-top walks. Regular community events, such as the popular "Meads Magic" event, further boost visitor numbers and create a lively trading environment.

Eastbourne town centre is approximately 15-20 minutes' walk away, offering additional shopping, cultural and transport facilities. Overall, Meads combines the charm and atmosphere of a village setting with excellent accessibility and a strong, sustainable customer base.

Business
Longleaf is a well-established wellness and retail business set within a characterful heritage building in the heart of Meads Village. Benefiting from a loyal, health-conscious customer base, the shop attracts regular repeat trade. Customers are drawn to its carefully curated range of premium organic goods, including sourdough bread, farm-fresh eggs, artisan pastries, organic flour, nuts, vegan and gluten-free products.

The business also sells a range of natural health products for sleep disorders, anxiety, stress relief and holistic wellbeing, tapping into a high-growth market.

The basement houses an atmospheric yoga and wellness studio, currently used for yoga classes and sound baths, with further scope for Pilates, meditation, breathwork and community workshops. The studio is supported by an online booking system and demonstrates strong demand. Two treatment rooms are also available for hourly or daily hire: one at street level with radiator and hand basin, and one tranquil counselling room on the lower level. Two additional storage rooms offer potential for conversion into further therapy or treatment spaces.

Premises
The business operates from prominent distinctive former bank building, which has been thoughtfully converted while retaining many of its original character features. The ground floor features a spacious retail area, a dedicated treatment room, a kitchen, and a WC. The basement provides four additional rooms, including a large studio that is ideal for yoga, wellness classes, and other activities.