Card shop for sale in Leigh on Sea Essex with loyal customers and growth potential
Leigh on Sea, Essex
- Status
FOR SALE
- Advert ID
646553
- Reference
RX748948 / Rightbiz
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- Leasehold: £79,950 (Stock at valuation)
- Turnover: £208,000 (£4,000 per week)
- Profit: Not Applicable
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CARD SHOP FOR SALE – PRIME LEIGH LOCATION
An exciting opportunity to acquire a long-established and much-loved card and gift shop situated in a highly desirable, high-footfall location in Leigh-on-Sea.
Positioned within a busy retail area benefiting from consistent pedestrian traffic throughout the week, this business has been successfully owner-operated for the past 15 years and is now offered for sale due to a well-earned retirement — making this a rare and reluctant sale.
Established & Profitable Retailer
The shop enjoys a strong local reputation and loyal customer base, offering:
A wide range of high-quality greeting cards for all occasions carefully selected, balloons, gifts, wrapping and accessories
All product lines have been thoughtfully curated by the current owner, ensuring quality, variety, and strong repeat custom.
Additional Opportunity – Chocolate Business
There is an established chocolate business operating within the shop, which can be made available by separate negotiation with our client. This provides an attractive additional income stream and an opportunity to further diversify the offering.
Significant Growth Potential
While already successful, there is clear scope to increase turnover, including:
Applying for a licence to sell alcohol (e.g. beers, wines, celebration gifts)
Expanding into complementary gift lines
Introducing seasonal hampers or occasion-based packages
Developing online or social media sales
The prominent position and strong footfall make this an ideal opportunity for a hands-on owner-operator looking to build on a solid foundation.
A fantastic chance to acquire a respected retail business in one of Essex’s most sought-after trading locations. RX748948
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