Fish & Chips, County Durham

FISH AND CHIPS WITH THREE BEDROOM SELF-CONTAINED ACCOMMODATION in Hartlepool for Sale.

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a long-established and highly respected fish and chip takeaway business, occupying a prominent corner position in a densely populated residential area of Hartlepool. The business has been successfully operated by the current owner since 2015 and is now only offered to the market due to planned emigration.

The business enjoys a strong reputation for quality and service, benefiting from a loyal customer base and consistent levels of repeat trade. Currently operated largely under staff management, the takeaway trades over six split-session days per week, offering an attractive lifestyle business whilst still generating an impressive turnover in excess of £6,000 per week. The latest accounts for the year ended 30th September 2025 show adjusted net profits of £71,301, reflecting the excellent margins achieved by the business.

There remains significant scope for growth under a more hands-on owner-operator. Opportunities exist to extend opening hours, streamline staffing costs, expand the menu offering, increase delivery sales, and implement additional marketing initiatives, all of which could substantially enhance turnover and profitability.

The freehold premises occupy a highly visible trading position fronting a busy main road, with the added benefit of a bus stop directly outside the property. The surrounding area is heavily populated, providing a large captive customer base and excellent passing trade.

Internally, the ground floor comprises a spacious and well-presented glass-fronted sales shop with a generous customer waiting area, centred around an impressive five-pan Frank Ford counter frying range. To the rear is a substantial food preparation kitchen with a separate extraction system, together with a large chipping and rumbling room, walk-in cold store, office and staff facilities, storage areas, and WC accommodation. The layout provides ample working space and is well equipped to cope with increased trading levels.

Above the shop is a substantial, fully self-contained residential accommodation. The apartment comprises a fitted kitchen, spacious living / dining room, three bedrooms, and a family bathroom. This versatile accommodation would be ideal for an owner-operator seeking the convenience of living on-site, or alternatively could be rented out to generate an additional and valuable income stream.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established fish and chip business with freehold property, sizeable living accommodation, and considerable scope for future growth. Early viewing is strongly recommended.