Retail Businesses For Sale in Somerset

Somerset offers a strong mix of historic towns, rural communities, and popular tourist centres. Areas such as Taunton, Yeovil, Bridgwater, and Frome attract steady footfall from residents and visitors. Buyers benefit from a county known for heritage, agriculture, and opportunities across retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes Somerset an attractive location for buyers seeking retail businesses for sale, supported by consistent demand across the area.

6 Retail Businesses For Sale in Somerset


Dessert and Brunch Bar in Bath

Asking Price: £179,000

Occupying a corner position, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, BATH, NORTH EAST SOMERSET. WE UNDERSTAND the business enjoys a good turnover, full details will be discussed upon inspection.

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Hardware Store in Somerset

Asking Price: £35,000 Turnover: £5,355

Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOMERSET. The sales currently averages £5,355 p.w. with a Gross profit of 56% approx.

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Workshop in Bath

Asking Price: £45,000 Turnover: £1,000

Sought after BATH, NORTH EAST SOMERSET. Catering for a niche market in and around the Bath area. The vendor is involved in repairs to Classic Cars and indeed Modern Cars & we are advised that the sales year ending 30th September, 2022 showed an income of £53,171 with a gross profit of £31,588

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Newsagent and Confectioners in Bridgwater

Asking Price: £15,000

Occupying a corner position, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, BRIDGWATER, Somerset. The sales, when trading, currently averaged £4,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx. Wholesale newsbill £400 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoyed a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx. PAY POINT £10 per week approx. PARCEL £10 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Post Office and HMO in Somerset

Asking Price: £375,000 Turnover: £1,500 Post Office: £135,000

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.

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Convenience Store plus Post Office in Somerset

Asking Price: £225,000 Turnover: £1,500 Post Office: £135,000

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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Why Buy a Shop?

Shops remain one of the UK’s most versatile and consistently in‑demand retail business types, offering strong trade from local residents, commuters, families, and customers seeking everyday goods, gifts, essentials, and specialist items. Whether you’re looking for a high‑street unit, a neighbourhood convenience shop, a niche retail outlet, or a mixed‑category store, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on shops for convenience, value, product variety, and personal service - creating steady footfall with clear peaks during weekends, after‑work periods, and seasonal retail events. Many shops benefit from loyal local clientele, strong margins on fast‑moving goods, and additional revenue from impulse purchases, add‑on sales, and complementary product ranges.

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

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK shops 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 Retail Businesses for sale across Somerset, including convenience stores, supermarkets, kiosks, patisseries, household‑goods shops, and specialist retail units. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to modernise, expand product ranges, or diversify services, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.


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FAQ

1. What does a typical Shop offer?
Shops vary widely but generally provide everyday goods, specialist products, convenience items, or niche ranges depending on the business type and target market.

2. How profitable are Shops?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £1,500 to £20,000+, depending on location, product mix, footfall, and competition. Margins vary by sector, with accessories, gifts, and convenience items often performing strongly.

3. Who are the main customers for Shops?
Customers include local residents, commuters, families, tourists, and shoppers seeking convenience, specialist items, or value‑driven products.

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