Daytime Cafe and Kebab Restaurant in Surrey
Semi detached premises, excellent main road trading position, residential area, SURREY. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. - £6,000 p.w. depending on the season.
Old Established Cafe in Surrey
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Surrey. The sales currently averages £2,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (No Portals)
Modern Fast Food Restaurant in Ashford
City Centre, excellent trading position, office and commercial area, ASHFORD, Kent. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 60% approx.
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.
Cafe Bistro in West Sussex
Situated in a parade, excellent High Street trading position, office and commercial area, WEST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (no portals)
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)
Catering Van in Southampton
Permanent pitch in an industrial trading estate, located in Southampton, HAMPSHIRE. The sales currently averages £1,000 p.w., Gross Profit 65%. The vendor as advanced bookings for events this year which are included in the transaction. The pitch agreement allows for Saturday opening (not presently utilised by the vendor.) Every 2 months the vendor attends a nearby Haulier Company site with 300+ drivers serving breakfast/burgers etc. The average turnover is £900-£1,200 trading between 2 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. Also vendor tenders for and participates in occasional local festivals.
Chinese Takeaway in West Sussex
Situated in a Parade, bus stop outside, excellent trading position, residential area, West Sussex. The sales currently averages £2,300 p.w. - £2,900 p.w. with a Gross profit of 60% approx. We are advised 25%-30% of sales are delivery.
Bubble Tea Room in West Sussex
Shopping centre locality, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, West Sussex. The sales currently averages £1,000 - £1,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 80% 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)
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Catering businesses remain one of the UK’s most versatile and consistently in‑demand service sectors, offering strong trade from private clients, corporate customers, event organisers, and hospitality partners. Whether you’re looking for an event‑catering company, a mobile catering unit, a commercial kitchen operation, or a specialist cuisine‑focused caterer, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.
Across the UK, customers rely on catering businesses for weddings, parties, corporate functions, festivals, and community events - creating steady demand with clear peaks during weekends, seasonal celebrations, and the summer events calendar. Many catering businesses benefit from repeat bookings, strong margins on food packages, and additional revenue from equipment hire, delivery services, and bespoke menu design.
Operationally, catering businesses offer buyers a flexible and scalable model, with opportunities to grow through expanded menus, improved marketing, partnerships with venues, investment in mobile units, and diversification into corporate contracts or subscription‑based meal services. With predictable event cycles and the ability to tailor offerings to local demand, catering businesses often deliver strong year‑round performance with significant growth potential.
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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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