Davenham, Northwich, Cheshire

Dexter & Hemsley – Established Sandwich Shop

OIRO £35,000

Business Reference: GO4443

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Dexter & Hemsley Ltd is a highly regarded sandwich, coffee shop and takeaway food business located on the busy London Road in Davenham, Northwich.

The brand has provenance built over 10 years at artisan markets and pop-ups, with the shop itself opening in March 2023. In just 2.5 years, it has developed an excellent reputation for quality food, artisan coffee, and friendly service. Excellent profit margins, Coffee is a particularly strong profit driver, representing a significant part of sales.

With affordable rent, strong adjusted net profits, and a loyal customer base, this is an ideal opportunity to acquire a profitable business with clear potential for further growth.

BUSINESS OVERVIEW

Business Name: Dexter & Hemsley Ltd
Established: March 2023 (10 years of trading history through markets and pop-ups)
Business Structure: Limited Company
Location: 473 London Road, Davenham, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 8NA
Reason for Sale: Retirement
Business Type: Sandwich, Coffee Shop & Takeaway
Food Hygiene Rating: Grade 5 issued February 2025
The business attracts a wide range of customers, including:

Local residents in Davenham and surrounding villages seeking fresh breakfasts, lunches, and daily staples
Nearby workers and commuters stopping for coffee and food-to-go during peak hours
Regular customers and local businesses who consistently support the shop
By combining freshly made food-to-go, artisan coffee, bakery items, and seasonal specials, Dexter & Hemsley has become a trusted daily destination in the community.

PREMISES

Tenure: Leasehold
Lease Terms: 3 years (negotiable)
Annual Rent: £7,008 (£584 per calendar month)
The premises are compact yet efficient, with a welcoming shopfront, counter, and preparation area optimised for high-volume food-to-go service. Located on London Road, the shop benefits from strong visibility and passing trade.

The premises are fully fitted with catering and coffee equipment, ensuring a turnkey opportunity with no major additional investment required.

STAFFING

The business is currently run by the husband-and-wife owners, ensuring hands-on management and consistency in service.

Additional cover is provided by a junior staff member on an ad-hoc basis during school holidays. This lean structure keeps overheads low while still providing flexibility.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Freshly prepared sandwiches, baguettes, and rolls
Takeaway hot and cold snacks for breakfast and lunch
Bakery items including pastries and cakes
Seasonal specials such as Christmas rolls, Easter products, and summer cold boxes
Artisan bean-to-cup barista coffee
Speciality drinks – lattes (e.g. matcha, iced, flavoured), hot chocolates, and artisan teas
The product range combines quick-service convenience with artisan quality, appealing to commuters, families, and businesses alike. Coffee sales in particular provide high margins and repeat daily trade.

MARKETING & CUSTOMER BASE

Current activity:

Google Business Profile
Facebook & Instagram promotions
Word-of-mouth reputation
Growth opportunities:

Catering contracts with local businesses
Online ordering via Just Eat, Deliveroo, Uber Eats
Loyalty card or coffee reward schemes
Event catering for corporate and community functions
Extended trading hours (evenings, weekends)

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

Turnover: £91,000
Adjusted Net Profit: £44,850
Strong profitability is supported by low overheads and affordable rent, with coffee sales driving a particularly strong margin.

KEY STRENGTHS

Long-established family-run business
Strong local reputation and loyal customer base
Affordable rent with low overheads
Coffee trade provides excellent profitability
Growth potential through extended hours, catering, and delivery
Turnkey opportunity with quality equipment and fit-out

BUYER OPPORTUNITY

Dexter & Hemsley is well suited to:

An owner-operator seeking a profitable, manageable lifestyle business
An experienced food-to-go or coffee operator expanding into Cheshire
A buyer seeking immediate income with clear growth potential
The sellers are committed to providing a handover period to ensure a smooth transition.

ASKING PRICE

Offers in the region of £35,000

This reflects the business’s reputation, adjusted profitability, and growth potential.

CONFIDENTIALITY & NEXT STEPS

Interested parties will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before further financial details are released.