Convenience Store with Off Licence and Coffee Shop in South London
Excellent main road trading position, adjoining station, residential, office and commercial area, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £10,000 p.w., increasing, with a Gross profit of 28% approx. (20% coffee, 80% retail)
Licensed Café in Surrey
Semi-detached property, excellent main road trading position, densely populated residential area, SURREY. The sales currently averages £3,000 p.w. - £3,500 p.wwith a Gross profit of 65% approx.
Licensed Italian Restaurant in Surrey
Excellent trading position, residential area, close to town centre, SURREY. The sales currently averages £10,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (5% via Portals)
Licensed Cafe Restaurant in Essex
Situated in a parade, excellent High Street trading position, sought after ESSEX. The sales currently averages £10,000 - £11,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx.
Licenced Cafe Restaurant in Surrey
Excellent trading position, residential & office area opposite college & Council offices nearby, SURREY. The sales currently averages £1,800 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (Slight sales via portals)
Licensed Café in Margate
Situated in a Parade, prominent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, MARGATE, Kent. The sales currently averages £4,475 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO DELIVERIES)
Chicken Shop and Takeaway in North London
Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential area with 2 schools nearby, NORTH LONDON. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. - £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 60% approx.
Delicatessen and Cafe in South London
Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential area not far from Hammersmith Bridge, SW LONDON. The sales when trading averaged £3,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 70% approx.
Fish & Chip Restaurant in South London
Occupying a corner position, busy road, SOUTH EAST LONDON. The sales currently averages £6,000 - £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (40% VIA PORTALS)
Coffee Shop and Dessert Parlour in Essex
Situated in a parade, prime trading position, near by large multiples including McDonald's, Pound Land, Savers, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w.- £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx.
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1. What does a Catering Business typically offer?
Catering businesses usually provide event catering, corporate catering, private dining, buffets, mobile units, street‑food services, and contract‑based food provision.
2. How profitable are Catering Businesses?
Typical annual turnover ranges from £40,000 to £300,000+, depending on contracts, event volume, cuisine type, staffing, and equipment. Margins are strongest on corporate and repeat‑booking clients.
3. Who are the main customers for Catering Businesses?
Customers include corporate clients, wedding parties, private events, schools, charities, festivals, and households seeking high‑quality food for special occasions.
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