Takeaway

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, unopposed fish & chip shop in the heart of Hullbridge. Owned and successfully operated by the same vendor for over 16 years, this business enjoys a loyal customer base, an outstanding local reputation, and impressive online ratings — 4.9★ on Uber Eats and 4.3★ on Google.

Currently run to suit the vendor’s lifestyle, the shop operates on limited trading days and hours — leaving huge scope for expansion. New owners could substantially increase turnover by:

Extending opening hours and trading days

Adding popular menu lines such as pizza, kebabs, burgers, fried chicken, etc.

Expanding and promoting delivery services

With no direct competition in the area, this is a rare chance to take on a thriving business with a strong foundation and grow it further.

Key Features:

Unopposed trading location in Hullbridge

Strong, consistent turnover with further growth potential

Loyal local following and high online ratings

Well-equipped premises

Excellent lease terms available

Genuine reason for sale due to our clients retirement

An ideal purchase for an experienced operator or ambitious new owner ready to take this business to the next level.

For further details and to arrange a viewing, please contact us now. 

Location

The premises is ideally situated on a busy main road, benefiting from excellent levels of passing trade. Free, time-restricted lay-by parking is available along the road, offering convenient access for customers.

Tenure

We have been advised there is a lease until January 2033 at a current rent of £16,000 per annum exclusive.

Trading Hours

Monday and Sunday - Closed, Tuesday - Saturday 5 PM - 9 PM also offering a lunchtime service between 11:30 AM - 2 PM on Wednesday - Saturday.

Turnover

We are advised the Turnover averages £7,000 - £7,500 per week based off of the limited trading hours, leaving massive scope to increase by extending the trading days and times, introducing additional food types and expanding on the delivery service.

Premises

Forecourt area, glazed frontage, facial board, extended awning over and double glazed entrance door leading into the premises which measures approximately 940 Sq. Ft. and is arranged as follows:  MAIN TAKEAWAY area with suspended ceiling, ceiling fans and CCTV system. To the left hand side of this area is a double display chest freezer, directly to the front is a 3 pan range, behind which is equipped with a till, large upright display drinks fridge and 2 x microwave. Behind the range is also a further prep area equipped with a COMMERCIAL EXTRACTOR SYSTEM, twin basket fryer, pie machine and wash hand basin. One door off this area leads into a WALK-IN FRIDGE. Another set of double doors lead into a CHIPPER & PEELER ROOM equipped with 2 x stainless steel sink, chipper, peeler, fish fridge, upright freezer, oil filter machine and rotisserie oven. An opening at the rear of this area leads into a LEAN-TO STORE equipped with 4 x large chest freezers and racking.

Business Rates

The premises is subject to a rateable value of £10,750 resulting in zero business rates payable, should small business rate relief apply to a purchaser.

Legal Costs

Each party to be responsible for their own, with the landlords legal costs to be split 50/50.

Disclaimer

Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission.