Shepherd brings newsagent in Prestwick to market for sale

Shepherd Chartered Surveyors is bringing to market J Brown Newsagent in Prestwick for sale due to the retirement of the current owners.

Prestwick is one of the largest towns in the South Ayrshire Council area with a population of around 15,000.

The business occupies a prominent location at The Cross, a highly visible town centre position adjacent to a busy road junction controlled by traffic lights. There are very few vacant shops in the wider area with nearby occupiers including Costa, Dominos and a range of local traders.

The retail newsagent unit occupies the ground floor of an attractive two storey mid terrace property with accommodation comprising a sales area, staff/prep area and WC.

The property features modern fixtures and fittings throughout, all of which are included within the sale.

The business currently trades Monday – Friday 5.00am – 4.30pm, Saturday 5.00am – 3.00pm and Sunday 5.00am – 1.00pm.

Kevin Bell, partner at Shepherd in Ayr, said: “J Brown Newsagent has been owned by our clients for over 20 years and they have now decided to sell to allow for their retirement.

“The business is a traditional confectioner, tobacconist and newsagent and national lottery outlet. The owner works full-time in the business together with two members of staff and there are also four delivery drivers who work on a rota basis to cover the extensive newspaper delivery round.

“The business is consistently profitable and there are no rates payable, subject to status.”

Offers Over £175,000 are invited. Stock will be valued separately at the date of sale. In addition, the business owns a delivery van, which can be included in the sale by separate negotiation.

Interested parties should contact the sole selling agent on tel 01292 267987.

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For further information please contact Kevin Bell on 01292 267987