INDEPENDENT HARDWARE STORE PATCHAM, EAST SUSSEX

This ideally located Hardware/Home store is located on a busy parade in Patcham which is located 3 miles north from Brighton city centre. Patcham is a popular area and the shop is surrounded by a mix of multiple occupancy homes and large substantial family homes. The business was established 50 years ago and now only comes to the market due to the vendor’s wish to retire.  During this time, they have developed an outstanding reputation for stocking an extensive catalogue of hardware and homeware supplies. The client base is mainly retail, and they stock a wide range of goods including DIY, gardening, electrical, quality cookware, coal, storage and housewares. They also offer a key cutting, local delivery service and offer a carpet cleaning machine for hire.

THE PREMISES: The business is located on a bustling parade of shops. The store benefits from a high footfall and is located close to a main bus stop which runs in Brighton town centre. There is street parking readily available for customers. The premises consist of a large retail space, with service counter which includes an EPOS, and display racking throughout, with a valuable range of stock, which seems to be well rotated. To the rear of the premises is a yard area where the Calor gas cannisters are stored and a full range of garden products, logs and pet food. There is also a staff toilet located to the rear of the premises. The business also has the benefit of a forecourt which is ideal for displaying goods, especially seasonal items to entice passing trade. The premises are also fitted with CCTV.