Prime Beachfront North Beach Cafe & Gift Shop in Whitby, Yorkshire For Sale

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Key FeaturesCafe with external seatingSeparate gift shop (container unit)Prominent beachfront locationLocal independent businessSeasonal business (Mar to Nov)Two renewable council leasesLocationLocated on West Cliff Beach in Whitby, North Yorkshire, facing the seafront next to Whitby Beach Huts and the Beach Management Centre. The businesses are positioned in a scenic coastal setting with views of Whitby Abbey and the surrounding coastline.The BusinessNorth Beach Café and The Little North Beach Seaside Treats are located along the promenade near the cliff lifts, with no direct competition. The businesses have been operated by the current owners for 15 years.The café offers a full menu including breakfast, lunch, snacks, hot and cold drinks, sweets, ice creams and lollies. The gift shop sells beachwear, souvenirs, toys, and seaside essentials.The business operates with a strong online presence, including its own website and active social media, alongside high ratings on Google, TripAdvisor and Facebook.The CaféThe café provides takeaway breakfast, lunch and evening options along with hot and cold beverages. The menu includes freshly prepared rolls, baked potatoes, pizza, hot dogs and ice cream, with daily additions.The business caters for dietary requirements including gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options.External seating is available to the front and side overlooking the sea, along with a rooftop terrace with beach views.The Gift ShopThe shop offers beachwear, souvenirs, toys, postcards, gifts, beach accessories, preserves and a second-hand book corner.Fixtures & FittingsIncludes commercial refrigeration, freezers, coffee machine, till system, food preparation equipment and storage units.A new roof has been installed and is currently being completed.The Carimali coffee machine is on lease at £120 per month over 9 months (Dec to Feb).RentCurrently under review for reduction, further details available upon request.On-Site ServicesSchool groups, walking tours, charity and community events.StaffOwner operated with five part-time staff employed from 2024.Opening HoursSeasonal trading March to November, daily from 10:00am to close (weather dependent).Premises LicenceMonday to Sunday 10:00am - 12:00am.Food Hygiene Rating5-star Food Standards Agency rating maintained for over 10 years.Rateable ValueCafe: £1,546Gift Shop: £1,297.40Small Business Rate Relief applies, resulting in no rates payable.TenureTwo leasehold businesses.Lease TermsNorth Beach Café: 5-year renewable lease commencing 24 May 2018.Gift Shop: 3-year renewable lease commencing 5 September 2017.New lease terms confirmed as available from the local council.Property Use ClassificationA2/A3/A4 hot food takeaway and restaurant use.Retail MeasurementsCafe ground floor: 29.39m² (316ft²)Beach hut: 6.5m² (70ft²)ViewingsStrictly by appointment only through the appointed agents. Direct contact with staff or owners is not permitted.