Long Established High Street Florist and Fruiterer Swaffham Norfolk

A Rare Opportunity – Established Florist & Fruiterer Business for Sale

A rare opportunity to acquire the long-established florist and fruiterer business trading as Starlings of Swaffham Limited, located in a prominent high street position in Swaffham, Norfolk.

Originally founded over 60 years ago by the current owner’s father, the business was sold in 1985 and operated under different ownership before being re-acquired by the original founding family in 1997. Since then, it has traded successfully, building a strong local reputation, consistent year-round trade, and a loyal customer base within this busy market town.

In addition to its well-established retail presence, the business operates a luxury fruit basket service, currently a smaller part of the overall operation but with significant potential for growth. This online arm is operated via luxuryfruitbaskets.co.uk and offers bespoke fruit baskets delivered locally and across the UK. This digital business is included in the sale and provides a clear opportunity for further development under new ownership.

This is a fully operational, income-generating business with a strong customer base, established brand identity, and immediate trading capability.

The sale is a genuine retirement sale, with the hope that the business will continue to thrive and be developed further by its new owner. It represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a respected local business with deep roots and strong growth potential.

Key Highlights
Established florist and fruiterer business trading as Starlings of Swaffham Limited with an excellent local reputation
Originally founded over 60 years ago by the current owner’s father; sold in 1985 and re-acquired in 1997 by the original founding family
Prominent high street location in Swaffham, Norfolk with consistent footfall
Loyal, established repeat customer base
Long-standing presence within the local community
Luxury fruit basket service (a smaller part of the operation) with strong growth potential via luxuryfruitbaskets.co.uk
Registered UK trademark “Starlings of Swaffham” (UK00003350159) included in the sale
Additional revenue stream with clear potential for further development
Turnover approximately £227,182 (2024/25)
Gross profit approximately £105,718 (46%)
Fully operational business generating immediate income
Rent: £12,000 per annum (£1,000 per month)
Terms of lease to be discussed
Benefits from Small Business Rates Relief (no business rates payable)
Fixtures and fittings included
Stock at valuation
Option to purchase delivery van separately
Further Information

Full trading accounts for the past three years are available to genuinely interested parties upon request.

This is a genuine retirement sale and represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, profitable business with strong foundations and significant scope for further growth.
Full trading accounts for the past three years are available to genuinely interested parties upon request.

Leasehold Terms:

To be discussed

Trading Hours:

Monday 9 to 1pm Tuesday to Friday 9 to 4pm Saturday 8 to 1pm

Support and Training:

To be discussed

Location Details:

Swaffham Norfolk

Is this business relocatable:

No

Is this business home based:

No

Is accommodation included:

No

Is this In administrative/receivership:

No

Is stock included:

Stock at valuation

Website address:

https://www.starlingsofswaffham.co.uk https://www.luxuryfruitbaskets.co.uk

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