Freehold café with 2-bed living accommodation for sale in Leigh, Lancashire

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Key Highlights:Long-established and highly regarded café located on Bradshawgate, the main high street in LeighFreehold property including upstairs space with potential for residential accommodation or additional storage useAverage weekly turnover between £1,200 and £1,500, operating on daytime trade onlyStrong potential for evening bistro trade and licensing for alcohol, subject to the necessary consentsRetirement sale, offering an ideal lifestyle business with clear scope for growthA long-standing and well-known establishment on Bradshawgate, The Coffee Bar presents a rare opportunity to acquire a freehold café in the heart of Leigh town centre.The property is positioned among a mix of national and independent retailers on the town’s primary high street, benefiting from strong pedestrian flow. It is located within close proximity to Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, the indoor and outdoor markets, the bus station, and multiple public car parks, ensuring consistent footfall throughout the day.The property includes an upstairs area accessed internally from the café, offering potential for reconfiguration subject to the relevant consents. This space could be developed into a self-contained residential unit or used for additional storage or business purposes.Trading for approximately 60 years, The Coffee Bar has built a strong local reputation for its welcoming atmosphere and traditional home-cooked menu, including breakfasts, lunches, and daily specials. The business operates as a fully owner-managed concern and currently achieves average weekly sales of £1,200 to £1,500 from daytime trading only.There is significant potential for expansion under new ownership. Opportunities include extending trading hours into the evening, developing a café-by-day and bistro-by-night concept, and introducing an alcohol licence subject to approval. Additional growth options include delivery services, outside catering, and themed events to capture wider local demand.The freehold property comprises a ground-floor café with customer seating and kitchen facilities, along with a two-room upper floor offering flexible use potential, either for private accommodation or income generation.Leigh is a traditional Lancashire market town undergoing ongoing regeneration, with investment in its town centre, market areas, and public spaces. These improvements are aimed at increasing footfall and supporting local businesses, strengthening trading conditions in the area.This is a genuine retirement sale after many successful years of ownership, offering an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operator, couple, or partnership to acquire a well-established café and develop its full potential.