Cumbrian convenience store sold to first-time buyers

One Stop, a convenience store in Carlisle, has been sold to first-time buyers, advised by Kings Business

The convenience store is reputable in the local area and offers a variety of goods such as alcohol and food alongside Post Office services. The store has cemented an excellent reputation in Carlisle and occupies a prominent trading location on a main road, with Carlisle city centre just a short walk away.

One Stop welcomes customers 7 days a week and has established a loyal clientele due to the business being under the current ownership for 31 years. The store also enjoys loyal custom from university students, with the University of Cumbria located nearby.

After successfully developing the businesses excellent reputation, the vendor wished to enjoy their well-deserved retirement and instructed Kings Business in the sale of the business. Our bespoke marketing campaign generated high interest in the convenience store, with 11 viewings and 6 strong offers made.

The business was sold to a first-time buyer whose family are experienced within the sector. They were initially attracted to the good location and price for the business, and the buyer intends to continue successfully running the business.

Upon completion of the sale, the vendor said: “We were looking for a buyer who could take over the Post Office with the shop sales. We are really pleased with the level of service; nothing was too much. Everyone involved helped push the sale along and all played a valuable part in helping to sell the business. Thank you to Kings and thank you Lauren for all your help”.

The buyer said: “Our experience with Kings was good, they were helpful and helped us when we were changing solicitors by recommending a panel solicitor. We would definitely recommend them”.

Expert Sales Negotiator Lauren Lees: “I am pleased for both our sellers and the new owner that the sale has gone through and I wish them both the best of luck with their futures”.