MULTI‑SITE SPECIALIST PET & EXOTIC ANIMAL RETAIL BUSINESS – HENLOW & WELWYN GARDEN CITY

MULTI‑SITE SPECIALIST PET & EXOTIC ANIMAL RETAIL BUSINESS – HENLOW & WELWYN GARDEN CITY

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ASKING PRICE: £245,000 Leasehold SAV (STOCK AT VALUE)

COMBINED TURNOVER: £640,000

NET PROFIT: CIRCA £65,000

FULLY STAFF‑RUN

ALL ASSETS INCLUDED

FULLY FITTED AND TRADING WITH EXPERIENCED STAFF  

A rare opportunity to acquire an established, well-regarded independent pet and exotic animal retail business in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire and Henlow, Bedfordshire. This is a genuine going concern sale, offered with all goodwill, fixtures and fittings, and stock at valuation. Trading staff transfer under TUPE, providing an experienced team from day one. The business has built a loyal and established customer base over many years in the specialist pet and exotic animal sector. The new owner would benefit from an immediate income stream, a trained team, fully fitted premises, and an existing supplier network across live animals, feeds, accessories and specialist equipment.

LOCATION

Henlow, Bedfordshire – Situated within a busy destination retail site with strong daily footfall and excellent passing trade.

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire – Established neighbourhood location with a long‑standing, loyal customer base.

Both sites are well‑positioned, easily accessible, and benefit from consistent repeat trade from pet owners, exotic animal enthusiasts, and specialist hobbyists.

THE BUSINESS

Animaltastic operates as a multi‑site, specialist pet and exotic animal retail business, offering far more than a standard pet shop. With 11 years’ trading in Welwyn Garden City and 6 years in Henlow, the business has built a highly loyal, repeat customer base and a strong reputation in the exotic and specialist animal sector.

The business is fully staff‑run, supported by experienced, knowledgeable teams at both locations. This ensures a smooth handover and makes the opportunity ideal for an investor, owner‑operator, or sector‑experienced buyer.

Both stores are fully fitted, operational and ready to trade from day one, with all fixtures, fittings, display units, caging, enclosures, lighting, equipment and signage included. A comprehensive stockholding is included at independently agreed trade valuation, with live animals valued at original trade purchase price.

The business benefits from long‑standing supplier relationships across live animals, feeds, accessories, and specialist equipment, ensuring continuity and competitive purchasing.

THE COMPANY

The trading name will continue to be kept and will be traded from the Hemel Hempstead store (to remain with one current owner). Any new owner will be required to set up a new company and trade with a different name.

LICENCE

Both stores currently hold a 5 star Animal Activity Licence, with all factors in place to allow this to continue. All licences are non-transferable and any new owner would be required to re-apply via local authorities upon completion.

RATES

Details available on request.

TURNOVER

Combined turnover: £640,000 per annum with a combined net profit: Circa £65,000 Approx. 55% gross profit margin

Welwyn Garden City turnover: £200,000

Henlow turnover: £440,000

Consistent trading history across both sites with stable, repeat customer demand.

TRADING HOURS

Welwyn Garden City - 09:30 – 17:00 Monday – Saturday. Closed Sundays.

Henlow - 09:30 – 17:30 Monday – Saturday. Sunday 11:00 – 17:00

STAFF

Both sites are fully staff‑run, with all employees transferring under TUPE. Teams are experienced in exotic animal care, customer service, and day‑to‑day retail operations.

Welwyn Garden City – Operated by 2-3 staff member. STAFF COSTS: £52,000 per annum.

Henlow – Operated by 4-5 staff member. STAFF COSTS: £106,000 per annum.

LEASE

Henlow:

20‑year commercial lease from January 2019 (expires 2039)
Break clause available
Permitted use: Sale of small pets, animals and ancillary merchandise

Welwyn Garden City:

Flexible periodic 5 year lease with Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council
New lease to be negotiated on completion
Permitted use: Retail pet and animal sales

THE PREMISES

Both stores are fully fitted with:

Display shelving
Animal enclosures & caging
Specialist lighting & equipment
Signage
All fixtures & fittings
Comprehensive stock at valuation

Each site is operational, compliant, and ready for immediate continuation of trade.

OPPORTUNITY

This is a rare chance to acquire a multi‑site, specialist exotic animal retail business with strong brand recognition and long‑established customer loyalty.

Significant upside exists through:

Expanding online sales
Increasing product lines
Enhancing reptile, amphibian, invertebrate and specialist sectors
Extending trading hours
Introducing events, workshops, or animal care services
Leveraging social media and digital marketing

Ideal for:

Experienced pet or animal professionals
Existing retailers expanding into the exotic sector
Investors seeking a staff‑run, high‑turnover operation
Buyers with sector knowledge looking for a turnkey business

PRICE

£245,000 Leasehold Includes goodwill, fixtures, fittings, equipment, and stock at valuation.

Also open to sell each lease individually. Breakdown as follows:

Welwyn Garden City: £70, 000 Leasehold

Henlow: £175, 000 Leasehold

Reason for Sale

The owner is selling due to other business commitments and a change in personal circumstances

PPS Private Sellers Club:

Please note, this business is advertised privately by the seller via PPS.

PPS will forward your enquiry and details to the seller, who shall remain responsible for contacting you about their business sale.

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