Supermarket and Butchers in Dorset
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.
Convenience Store plus Fruit & Veg in Dorset
Detached property, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, Dorset. The sales currently averages £17,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx.
Convenience Store with Off Licence in Dorset
Situated in a parade, busy road, town centre, DORSET
Convenience Store with Post Office in Cornwall
Occupying a prominent corner position, excellent main road trading position, residential area, Cornwall. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £77,000 p.a. approx. N.B. The Post Office includes the operation of an 'outreach office' serving 8 locations, with a total time commitment of 15 hours per week.
Convenience Store with Post Office in Cornwall
Occupying a prominent corner position, excellent main road trading position, residential area, Cornwall. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £77,000 p.a. approx. N.B. The Post Office includes the operation of an 'outreach office' serving 8 locations, with a total time commitment of 15 hours per week.
Old Established Health Food Shop in Dorset
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.
Family Run Convenience Store with Off Licence in Woolacombe
Occupying a corner position, busy road, residential area, ILFRACOMBE, N DEVON COASTAL TOWN. The sales currently averages £13,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 19% approx. We are advised the accounts for year ended 31st March 2024 showed sales of £648,918 with a gross profit of £123,116 (18.97%) WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY ZONE £10 per week approx.
Convenience Store and Post Office in Cornwall
Detached property, main road trading position, residential area, Cornwall. The sales currently averages £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. Wholesale newsbill £400 p.w. POST OFFICE income in the region of £15,000 p.a. approx.
Convenience Store with Post Office and HMO in Somerset
Situated in a parade, commanding main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOMERSET. Sales of the retail business when trading, we are advised, were £11,000 pw. Presently the Post Office income is £135,000 pa, with additional cards and stationery sales of £1,500 pw. (80% gross profit) The photobooth provides an additional income of £1,600 pcm We are advised with the rental income received, commissions and Post Office income, projected income from the re-established supermarket the NET PROFIT IS FORECAST TO BE £250,000 p.a.
Convenience Store plus Post Office in Somerset
Situated in a parade, commanding main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOMERSET. Sales of the retail business when trading, we are advised, were £11,000 pw. Presently the Post Office income is £135,000 pa, with additional cards and stationery sales of £1,500 pw. (80% gp.)
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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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