Post Offices, West Tanfield, North Yorkshire

POST OFFICE AND VILLAGE STORE in Ripon for Sale.

Superb Post Office which presents a rare and exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving and well established business in the heart of this picturesque village in North Yorkshire. The property occupies a prominent position near Ripon, offering easy access to the A1(M) and operating as both a traditional Post Office and a popular village store that serves residents, visitors, and the wider rural community. Its location is widely recognised as central to village life, with the premises forming part of a vibrant local hub to a loyal customer base. The business operates with relatively easy hours for the trade, closing at 5.30pm daily over a six day week, (the Sunday paper rounds are performed by staff and the shop remains closed on Sundays).

Financially, the business performs exceptionally with the Post Office generating a net annual commission of approximately £15,700, while the village stores contribute net weekly sales averaging circa £8,000, demonstrating consistent and robust trade. Under the ownership of the current proprietor, supported by one full time and three part time staff members, the business produces adjusted net profits of almost £65,000 on the latest accounts. These figures underscore the operational efficiency and strong local demand, making it an appealing opportunity for both seasoned operators and newcomers to the sector, particularly those looking for a business that not only produces a good income but one that allows for a change of pace being operated from this tranquil, rural village.

The premises are held on a lease with a very sensible rent, ensuring long term affordability and stability for any incoming owner and briefly comprise: attractive and spacious, sales shop which is well fitted and offers a single position, post office, fortress counter and separate, sales counter for the village stores. Stock room with kitchenette to rear.

The private, family accommodation offers a delightful lounge with log burning stove and beamed ceiling, second small reception room / snug, currently used as further stock room, dining room, fitted kitchen with utility room beyond and WC. The first floor provides three good, double bedrooms and a particularly spacious, combined bathroom with bath and separate shower enclosure.

Externally, easily maintained gardens with patio and garden shed. To the front is a covered courtyard.

Opportunities to acquire businesses of this calibre, combining a profitable trading position, strong community presence, and an attractive rural location, are genuinely rare. The Post Office offers an incoming purchaser the chance to take over a flourishing, multifaceted enterprise with a proven track record, stable income streams, and significant potential for future growth.
EPC Band C.