Independent Café for Sale in Yate Gloucestershire - Larkrise Café

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Business Reference: GO4604Location: Brimsham Park, Yate - BristolAsking Price: £99,950 (Leasehold, including goodwill, fixtures & fittings)OVERVIEWLarkrise Café presents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a thriving independent café located in the heart of Brimsham Park, Yate - one of Bristol’s most desirable and fast-growing suburban communities.Celebrated for its homemade food, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly service, the café has built a loyal and consistent customer base over the past four years. It enjoys a strong local reputation with excellent online reviews, being described as a real gem, with repeat custom from both residents and visitors.Importantly, the business operates with minimal front-of-house involvement from the owners, unless required. A well-trained and reliable team manages all day-to-day operations, making this business suitable for investors seeking a semi-passive income, entrepreneurs looking to build a regional brand, or experienced operators seeking expansion.The café trades from 10am to 3pm (Monday to Saturday), offering a balanced lifestyle operation or passive income structure. It also benefits from an alcohol licence, allowing scope for evening dining, private hire, and events.LOCATIONLarkrise Café is located in Brimsham Park, Yate, a well-established residential area approximately 10 miles north of Bristol city centre.The café occupies a prominent position within a busy local shopping parade, surrounded by housing, schools, and complementary retail outlets, generating consistent year-round footfall. The area continues to benefit from ongoing residential and commercial development, supported by strong transport links to Bristol, Bath, and the M4 corridor.KEY HIGHLIGHTS• Established and profitable community café with strong repeat trade• Fully managed operation with minimal owner involvement• Seating for approximately 40-50 customers• Alcohol licence with potential for evening trade and events• 12-year renewable lease with rent of £1,600 per month (incl. VAT)• Well-presented premises with excellent customer flow• Opportunity for expansion of trading hours, menu, and marketingFINANCIAL SUMMARYThe business achieves average weekly takings in the region of £2,000-£2,700, supported by strong gross margins and consistent profitability. Low overheads and loyal customer base ensure stable cash flow and sustained trading performance, with continued year-on-year growth.PREMISESThe café occupies a well-presented open-plan unit in a busy local shopping parade, surrounded by residential housing, schools, and retail businesses.Features include seating for approximately 40-50 customers, a bright and welcoming interior, a fully equipped commercial kitchen, service counter with chilled display units, customer WC facilities with disabled access, rear delivery access, prominent signage, and shared free parking. A large partly boarded storage area is also included.OPERATIONSStaff: Experienced team managing kitchen and front-of-houseOwner involvement: MinimalOpening hours: Monday-Saturday, 10am-3pm (closed Sundays)Licensing: Fully licensed for alcohol serviceGROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES• Expansion into evening trade, events, and private hire• Extension of breakfast and Sunday trading• Introduction of delivery, takeaway, or click-and-collect• Brand expansion across nearby towns• Local partnerships with schools, offices, and community groupsREASON FOR SALEOffered due to planned retirement after 30 years in business.TENURE & TERMS• Leasehold• 12 years remaining• Rent: £1,600 per month (including VAT)• Included: goodwill, fixtures, fittings, and equipmentASKING PRICE£99,950 (Leasehold) including fixtures, fittings, goodwill, and equipment.