Coffee Shop in Croydon
Situated sought after locality, office area, CROYDON, SURREY. The business is situated in an expanding area. The sales currently averages £2,000 - £2,200 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO PORTALS)
Chicken Shop in Hertfordshire
Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, town centre, close to schools, sought after HERTFORDSHIRE MARKET TOWN. The sales currently averages £7,500 p.w.
Old Established Cafe in Surrey
Situated in a parade, prime trading position, opposite an entrance to the main shopping centre, SURREY. The sales currently averages £5,000+ p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (8% VIA PLATFORMS)
Attractive Licensed Cafe in Oxted
Situated in a Parade, prominent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, OXTED, Surrey. The sales currently averages £5,800 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (5% VIA PORTALS)
Chinese Takeaway plus Fish and Chip Shop in Cambridge
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential area, CAMBRIDGE. The sales currently averages £1,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO DELIVERIES)
Seasonal Dessert Parlour & Coffee Shop in South London
Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SW London. The sales currently averages £12,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO PORTALS)
Chicken Shop in Southampton
Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOUTHAMPTON, HAMPSHIRE. The sales currently averages £3,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (£1,000 via Portals)
Well fitted Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge in South London
Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SE LONDON. The sales currently averages £27,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (£9,000 via portals)
Licensed Italian Restaurant in South London
Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SE LONDON. The sales currently averages £48,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (15% via portals)
Immaculate Café in South Wales
Occupying a sweeping corner position, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, SOUTH WALES. The sales currently averages £4,800 p.w. with a Gross profit of 73% approx. (slight online sales)
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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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