General Stores For Sale in New Forest

The New Forest offers a distinctive mix of rural villages, coastal towns, and strong tourism‑driven demand. Areas such as Lyndhurst, Lymington, Brockenhurst, and Ringwood attract steady footfall from residents and visitors. Buyers benefit from a region known for heritage, natural beauty, and opportunities across retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes New Forest an attractive location for buyers seeking general stores for sale, supported by consistent demand across the area.

10 General Stores For Sale in New Forest


Supermarket and Butchers in Dorset

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Asking Price: £135,000 Turnover: £8,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Dorset. The sales currently averages £8,000 - £9,000p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx.

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Post Office with Off Licence and Convenience Groceries in Hampshire

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Asking Price: £325,000 Turnover: £1,100 Post Office: £60,000

Picturesque Village location, within the South Downs National Park, offering stunning countryside views and walking trails, main road trading position, residential area, HAMPSHIRE. The sales currently averages £1,100 p.w. with a Gross profit of 40% approx. POST OFFICE, core payment plus commission, income in the region of £60,000 p.a. approx. (including outreach Post Office)

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Newsagent & Off Licence in Waterlooville

Asking Price: £578,000 Turnover: £5,200

Detached property, excellent trading position, residential area, NEAR WATERLOOVILLE, Hants. The sales currently averages £5,200 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx. Wholesale newsbill £1,000 p.w. We are advised the sale year ended 31 March 2025 showed turnover of £220,179 and a G.P. of £85,729

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Old Established Convenience Store and Post Office in Hampshire

Asking Price: £951,000 Turnover: £12,500 Post Office: £48,000

Situated in a small parade, prominent trading position, residential area, close to 3 schools, Hampshire. The sales currently averages GROSS £14,000 - £15,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 33% approx. Wholesale news bill £2,000 p.w. (delivery only). POST OFFICE income in the region of £48,000 p.a. approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx.

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Old Established Health Food Shop in Dorset

Asking Price: £33,000 Turnover: £3,500

Terrace property, main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Dorset. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx.

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Old Established Convenience Store and Post Office in Hampshire

Asking Price: £365,000 Turnover: £12,500 Post Office: £48,000

Situated in a small parade, prominent trading position, residential area, close to 3 schools, Hampshire. The sales currently averages GROSS £14,000 - £15,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 33% approx. Wholesale news bill £2,000 p.w. (delivery only). POST OFFICE income in the region of £48,000 p.a. approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx.

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Convenience Store plus Café in Aldershot

Asking Price: £75,000 Turnover: £5,000

Occupying a corner position, excellent trading position, residential area, ALDERSHOT, Hampshire. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. In addition the rented accommodation provides an additional income of £24,600 p.a.

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Why Buy a General Store?

General stores remain one of the UK’s most dependable and consistently in‑demand retail businesses, offering strong trade from local residents, commuters, families, and customers seeking everyday essentials, household goods, snacks, and convenience items. Whether you’re looking for a village store, a neighbourhood general shop, a mixed‑retail outlet, or a high‑street unit with broad product ranges, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on general stores for convenience, accessibility, and quick purchases - creating steady footfall with clear peaks during mornings, after‑work periods, weekends, and seasonal events. Many general stores benefit from loyal local clientele, strong margins on fast‑moving goods, and additional revenue from services such as parcel collection, bill payments, lottery, or newspapers.

Operationally, general stores offer buyers a flexible and scalable business model, with opportunities to grow through improved merchandising, expanded stock lines, local delivery, online ordering, and partnerships with suppliers or community organisations. With predictable demand and the ability to tailor the offer to local needs, general stores often deliver strong year‑round performance with long‑term growth potential.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK general stores since 1959, and our long‑standing experience means we understand exactly what buyers look for and what sellers need to achieve the best price. All valuations are free, and we operate on a No Sale, No Fee basis with no advertising charges.

Explore General Stores for sale across New Forest, including convenience shops, village stores, off‑licences, and mixed‑retail outlets. Many listings offer clear opportunities to expand product ranges, introduce new services, or grow local reach, giving buyers room to develop the business and increase revenue.


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FAQ

1. What does a General Store typically offer?
General stores usually provide everyday essentials, groceries, household items, snacks, drinks, newspapers, toiletries, and a mix of convenience and general‑retail products.

2. How profitable are General Stores?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £3,000 to £20,000+, depending on location, footfall, product mix, and competition. Margins are strongest on impulse items and convenience goods.

3. Who are the main customers for General Stores?
Customers include local residents, commuters, families, school traffic, passers‑by, and regular shoppers seeking quick, convenient purchases.

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