CONFIDENTIAL SALE: FREEHOLD FISH & CHIP SHOP

NORFOLK COAST

This well-established fish and chip shop is offered for sale on a confidential basis and occupies a prominent trading position within a popular coastal destination. The business serves both local residents and the significant number of visitors the area attracts throughout the year, creating a well-balanced customer base with particularly strong seasonal demand.

Having been under the current ownership since 2021, the business has established itself as a popular takeaway destination. It represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a long-standing operation with a proven trading history and clear potential for future growth.

BUSINESS:

The business specialises in traditional fish and chips alongside a selection of popular takeaway favourites, serving customers throughout the year. Trading hours are adapted to reflect seasonal demand, with reduced opening during the quieter winter months and extended hours throughout the summer season and school holidays to maximise customer demand.

The business is operated by a team of two full-time and six part-time members of staff alongside the owners, with additional part-time support during the busy summer period. This flexible staffing structure enables the business to respond efficiently to seasonal trading patterns.

The current owners believe there is further scope for an incoming purchaser to build upon the existing operation by extending opening hours and continuing to capitalise on the area’s strong seasonal visitor market.


PREMISES:

The business operates from freehold premises owned in the vendors’ personal names. The property is available as part of the overall transaction, offering purchasers the opportunity to acquire both the established business and its trading premises.

The property comprises a good sized internal restaurant with 32 covers and an additional external seating area to the front with views over the beach and sea. There is a well presented customer service area with a 5 pan Hewigo gas range as well as a Hewigo double pan chip range each with extractors over each. The main range also benefits from having an automatic oil change facility. To the rear of the property are the customer toilets as well as a utility area with a staff room and W.C. The kitchen is well equipped with a good range of fridges and freezers leading through to the potato room and a further covered external store. In the rear yard there are two sheds, one housing a back up generator and the other with further freezers for storage. There is plenty of free customer parking available in the vicinity enabling ease of access to the shop.


ACCOMMODATION:

No accommodation is included however a static caravan is sited in the rear yard which can be included in the sale to provide temporary accommodation if needed.


KEY INFORMATION:

AGENTS NOTE: This is a business for sale as a going concern, not an empty premises for sale or let.

CONFIDENTIAL SALE: This listing is confidential at the vendor's request. In order to release further information on the business – including the business name, location and the accounts, we require you to complete a short online non-disclosure form. Please contact our office and we will provide full instructions and assist where required. We have used our office postcode for this listing to protect the confidentiality of the business name and location, as online platforms require a valid postcode to market a business or premises.

REFERENCE NUMBER: CF37131E.

OPENING HOURS: Monday and Tuesday, Closed. Wednesday and Thursday, 12:00pm to 2:00pm, and then 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Friday and Saturday, 12:00pm to 2:00pm, and then 5:00pm to 7:30pm. Sunday 12:00pm to 2:30pm, and then 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

TENURE: Freehold.

RATES PAYABLE: Nil. We are advised that the business benefits from Small Business Rate Relief.

This information has been provided to us by the vendor and any interested party is advised to enquire of the local authority to check the position with regards to business rates that will apply to a new owner.

STAFF: 2 full-time and 7 part-time members of staff together with the owners. Correct at the time of listing.

EPC: The Energy Performance Certificate shows a rating of ‘D/86’, full document available on request.

PRICE: £595,000 PLUS STOCK AT VALUATION.

Comprising the freehold interest, business goodwill, fixtures, fittings, and equipment. Stock to be purchased separately at valuation upon completion. Business offered for sale as a going concern and not as a vacant premises.

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DISCLAIMER:

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Prospective buyers will be required to provide identification documentation and proof of funding during the purchasing process. Cooperation is appreciated to ensure the sale proceeds without unnecessary delays.

2. PARTICULARS: While we strive to ensure all information is accurate and reliable, it serves as a general guide only. Should any particular details be of special importance, please contact us so we can verify the information before you travel to view.

3. MEASUREMENTS: Provided room sizes are approximate and intended solely for general guidance. Prospective buyers are advised to independently verify all measurements to ensure accuracy.

4. SERVICES: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances.