Retail premises for sale in Droylsden, England, United Kingdom M43

Ref 8100 – Leasehold Established Pet Shop
Blacks Brokers are pleased to bring to the market this leasehold pet shop with accommodation located in Droylsden, Greater Manchester.

Introduction

Zards Pet Supplies was established in this densely populated residential area of Droylsden in 2018 and our clients took ownership in 2021. The business stocks a wide range of pet foods, healthcare, accessories, grooming equipment, toys and much more. The trademarked business offers Wish and dhl parcel services and also has an Inpost locker to the front of the shop premises. It has become very well known in this area and has a strong base of regular customers in place as well as benefitting from a good amount of passing trade due to this excellent trading position. Our clients have ensured the business has an excellent reputation and superb reviews are noted on Google, Facebook and Yell. Zards Pet Supplies has a comprehensive, high traffic, seo Optimized website in place with online checkout facility and nationwide deliveries. Also receives an income of £1200.000 for the Amazon drop off machine.

Location

Zards Pet Supplies occupies a main road trading position within a small parade of shops. The area is densely populated residentially with no direct local competition. Neighbouring businesses include independent retailers, a florist, barbers and café. There are also a number of amenities nearby including schools, parks, supermarkets and more. The area is well linked by the M60 with very strong public transport links and parking is available immediately outside.

Reason for sale

The business is ideally suited to a hands-on owner-operator but due to our client’s other business commitments being higher than anticipated, the business is offered for sale. This presents an excellent opportunity for a new owner-operator or team to take the business to the next level.

Lease

The business and flat are both available on separate Internal Repair Only (iro) leases. The current business lease is a five year lease which began in 2021 which runs at a cost of £185 per week. The current flat is leased with a tenant in place it is a three year lease which began in 2021. The flat can be made available is required with relevant notice served on the current tenant.

Staff

The business operates with our two clients in full time employment supported by two part time members of staff.

Financial details

Zards Pet Supplies has traded solidly since opening and our clients have established a strong repeat customer base. We are advised that the business has annual turnover of £131,690 and gross profit of £48,240. Full financial information is available upon request.

Summary

This well established business occupies an enviable trading position in a busy and very well linked area of Manchester. Our client has secured a strong customer base and exceptional reputation. There is plenty of scope to develop the business further with the introduction of new product lines and services such as a pet grooming and a strong marketing drive. This proposition would ideally suit an owner operating team who could push the business forward and build upon the solid and impressive trading foundations. Early viewings are strongly advised. Business: £99,950.

Please quote ref: 8100