Signs Express Franchise Opportunity In Great Torrington Territory For Sale

Description

Location: Great Torrington, DevonFranchise Fee: £8,500-£25,000Liquid Capital Required: Typically 30% of total investment (approximately £65,000)Ownership Options: Start-Up | Conversion | RebrandWith more than 35 years of industry experience and a network of over 60 locations nationwide, Signs Express is the UK’s largest and most established signs and graphics franchise.Identified as a key location within the company’s 2026/2027 growth plans, Great Torrington presents an excellent opportunity to establish a new Signs Express centre.With flexible ownership routes available, franchisees can choose an option that best suits their experience, investment level and long-term ambitions.Routes to OwnershipStart-Up:Launch a new Signs Express centre within the prime Great Torrington territory, with full training and ongoing support provided for ambitious entrepreneurs.Conversion:Signs Express can assist in identifying an independent signage business available for purchase, supporting the acquisition process and helping convert it into a Signs Express centre. This allows the purchaser to benefit from acquiring an established business with existing trading history within an available franchise territory.Rebrand:Existing independent signage businesses can transition into the Signs Express network and gain access to national marketing support, operational guidance, group purchasing benefits and a scalable growth model.Unsure which ownership route is most suitable? The Signs Express team can help explore the available options.Why Great Torrington?Great Torrington acts as an important commercial centre for North Devon, serving a wide rural and coastal catchment area. Although smaller than major urban locations, the territory benefits from strong connections with surrounding towns, villages and local business communities.The region supports a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, food production, tourism, hospitality, construction, retail and professional services. Local business parks and industrial areas create ongoing demand for signage, vehicle graphics and branding solutions across multiple sectors.With limited competition in rural markets and strong relationships between local businesses, Great Torrington offers an attractive opportunity to develop a scalable B2B signage operation serving the wider North Devon region.This opportunity allows a new owner to build a profitable business within a defined territory while benefiting from the experience and support of an established national franchise network.Number of viable businesses in the territory: 3,500+Key industries: Agriculture & Food Production, Tourism & Hospitality, Construction, Retail and Professional ServicesWhy Signs Express?• The UK’s leading signs and graphics franchise• Award-winning network with over 60 locations throughout the UK and Ireland• More than 35 years of industry expertise with a proven business model and recognised brand• Potential to achieve £750,000+ turnover with 20%+ EBITDA potential• Monday to Friday working schedule supporting a strong work-life balance• Exclusive territory ownership with opportunities for further expansion• Full training, mentoring and operational support throughout the franchise journey• Access to national accounts and collective purchasing advantages• 58% larger support team compared with like-for-like franchisors (*BFA)• Lower MSC rates than the UK franchising average (*BFA)• Winner of the BFA & HSBC 2024 Business Transformation AwardTraining & Ongoing SupportSigns Express is committed to helping franchisees achieve their business goals through comprehensive training and continuous support. Franchise owners receive the tools, knowledge and guidance required to successfully establish, manage and grow a Signs Express centre.Join the UK’s Leading Signs & Graphics FranchiseWhether you are an experienced sign maker looking to expand, an independent signage business considering a rebrand, or a commercially minded individual seeking a new venture, Signs Express provides the platform to build a successful and sustainable business.Previous signage experience is not required. The franchise is looking for individuals with strong relationship-building skills, sales ability, ambition, creativity and a customer-focused approach.Interested parties are invited to contact Signs Express to discuss available business opportunities in the Great Torrington area.