Reputable London Bakery, Bread and Macaroon Ltd, Up for Sale with Potential for Expansion and Relocation
Relocatable
- Status
FOR SALE
- Advert ID
629536
- Leasehold: Price on Application
- Rent: £16,800 (£1,400 per month)
- Turnover: On request
- Profit: On request
Key Features
- Accounts Available
- Established Business
- Prime Location
- Small Business
Business Details
London Bakery
French London Bakery
BUSINESS SUMMARY
Bread and Macaroon Ltd, formerly known as Bread à Manger, is a London-based bakery established in 2020.
Recognised for its artisanal tarts, cakes, and birthday cakes, the business combines traditional baking methods with premium British ingredients. The bakery prospers in retail and wholesale distribution, renowned for its high-quality products and strong community ties.
UNIQUE SELLING PROPOSITION
- Exclusive Recipes: Proprietary recipes for tarts, cakes and buns, central to the brand's uniqueness and appeal.
- Quality and Freshness: Dedication to freshness with scratch-made products daily.
- Customer Loyalty: Dedicated and loyal customer base enhancing market presence and supporting steady growth.
- Community Connection: Strong presence in London Farmers' Markets, valued for unique products and active community engagement.
- Customisation and Accessibility: Specialises in customisable cakes for special occasions, well-known for birthday cakes, available for pickup or delivery across London.
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
- Physical and Online Presence: Operates a physical shop/bakery with production in South London, complemented by a robust online ordering system supporting website orders, and partnerships with Uber Eats and Deliveroo. A new website has been built and active.
- Market Presence: Active in multiple high-profile markets across London, including South Kensington, Marylebone, Queens Park, High Street Kensington, Wandsworth, Blackheath, Tower Bridge, Imperial College, Bloomsbury, Islington, Wapping, elephant Castle and Canada Water. (11 more on standby)
- Workshops and Training: Offers baking classes/workshops, enhancing brand engagement and customer interaction. Classes and workshops can be booked via our website, Virgin platform or directly at trading locations with on-site staff members.
- Virgin Gift Card contract for the workshop.
- Wholesale Presence: Sells through the Rekki online platform and directly to businesses such as pubs, universities, and schools.
- Dark kitchen on the back of the unit working from 5pm to 10pm. (Pizza Burger Hub) (included)
- Fully Equipped: In addition to the main operations, all necessary bakery equipment is included and available upon request, ensuring a seamless transition for the new owner.
- Ncass member
MARKET PRESENCE AND EXPANSION POTENTIAL
- Diverse Product Range: Fine bakery goods with unique recipes such as tarts, cakes, buns and savoury options, etc.
- Resilience During COVID: Expanded online operations across London despite the pandemic, showing resilience and market demand.
- Expansion Possibilities: Potential to increase market stall presence and enhance the retail footprint with a Southwark trading license that could add up to 10 extra market locations.
- Wholesale Opportunities: Significant potential for growth in wholesale, particularly in expanding delivery zones up to M25 and office catering. Currently limited to zones 1 and 2, but can easily grow by 80% due to strong customer demand for expansion.
STAFF AND MANAGEMENT
- Skilled Team: Comprises 10 members of staff, all self-employed. (Part-time and full-time)
- 2 staff for productions
- 1 full time driver
- 1 part-time driver (for markets’ set ups)
- 7 part-time workers (retailers and market stalls)
All have been trained.
FINANCIAL AND LEGAL
- Reason for Sale: Due to health issues since the end 2023, the owner who is unable to fully operate his business is seeking a buyer to take over and expand the thriving business.
- Lease Information: Favourable rental terms with no current lease obligations. The landlord offers goodwill for an 10-year rental period or lease can be buy.
- Monthly Rent: £1,400 per month.
- Business can be relocated.
- Financial Disclosure: Financial performance information available upon request.
RECOGNITION AND ACHIEVEMENTS
- Top Industry Recognition: Ranked among the top 10 artisanal bakeries in 2021-2022 by "Secret London" magazine.
- Educational Initiatives and Community Engagement: Launched baking classes in 2024 to share fine baking knowledge, enhancing customer experience and service diversity.
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Turnkey Business: Sale includes unique recipes and operational setup, ready for immediate takeover.
- Broad Market Reach: Operating from a key location in London, with an established reputation and widespread recognition, Bread and Macaroon continues to cultivate a legacy of taste and trust among its clientele.
- Significant Growth Potential: Opportunities to significantly increase wholesale operations and market participation.
- Baking workshop:
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