General Stores For Sale in the UK

Explore General Stores for sale across the UK, 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.

125 General Stores For Sale in the UK


Convenience Store with Off Licence in Northamptonshire

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Asking Price: £159,500 Turnover: £12,000

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, town centre, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. The sales currently averages £12,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Wholesale newsbill £100 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £20 per week approx. PAY POINT £12 per week approx. DPD PARCEL £6 per week approx. Relay £500 per month

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Convenience Store, General Store, Off Licence and Supermarket in Nottinghamshire

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Asking Price: £220,000 Turnover: £8,500

Modern property, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Low-energy homes development due to open, Close to night club, Approxiamtely 350 students occupy the flats above, with over 850 additional student rooms within 50 metres Close to Arena, restaurants, shisha lounge, market and a bus depot, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. The sales currently averages £8,500 p.w., increasing, with a Gross profit of 28% approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence and Post Office in Cambridgeshire

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Asking Price: £155,000 Turnover: £6,000 Post Office: £28,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential and commercial area, Cambridgeshire. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx. Wholesale newsbill £100 p.w. POST OFFICE income in the region of £28,500 p.a. approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £40 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence in North London

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Asking Price: £120,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a small parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, NORTH LONDON. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT PULS £650 per month approx. NATIONAL LOTTERY £25 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence in Lincolnshire

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Asking Price: £85,000 Turnover: £8,000

Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential area, LINCS. The sales averages £8,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 22% approx. We are advised the vendor has applied for a National Lottery agency.

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Convenience Store and Off Licence in Middlesex

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Asking Price: £140,000 Turnover: £7,500

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, MIDDLESEX. The sales currently averages £7,000 - £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 32.5% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £10 per week approx.

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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.

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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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