Fishmongers And Farm Shop Supplying Local Organic Meats For Sale

Business description

This business was founded over 30 years ago and purchased by the current Vendors in 2005. It has continued to grow to become a significant enterprise with a reputation for the quality of its products, flexibility of service and reliability.
The business operates from a prime location in Northern Scotland, excellently placed just off the main road between the two major towns. It has established itself as one of the region’s leading independent suppliers of Smoked and Fresh Fish, Organic Meats and other local produce. Furthermore, it has established itself within the industry as a supplier of high end products, securing supplier agreements with the likes of Tesco and other major retailers, plus many well known London Restaurants. Many current customers have been loyal to the business since the very beginning and this has been due in no small part to the business’s competitive prices, quality products, first class service and attention to detail.
The business has always believed in the pursuit of excellence, ensuring the quality of the produce supplied is never compromised. To this end, there is an on-site kiln and all meat is also butchered on the premises.

The business is further supported by exemplary relations with key suppliers who have helped to ensure that whatever the product, it is always at the highest order. This commitment to supply chain relationships has underpinned this business’s abilities in product quality and sustained business growth.
No small part in the ability of this business to grow and sustain its profitability is due to the quality of its people. The business has a strong commitment to the development and welfare of its staff; which has contributed to the continued growth of the business and its current position as it is poised to exploit expected and significant new growth in turnover. A key component of the continued success has been customer service, which is continually monitored through all channels of the business operation, the shop, mail order and wholesale.

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Lease terms:

The business is located in an easily accessible area in Northern Scotland and operates from leasehold premises of circa 750 square metre area including retail, storage area, traditional kiln, food processing area, walk-in freezer, staff canteen and changing areas, and administrative offices.

Location:

The business is located in an easily accessible area in Northern Scotland and operates from leasehold premises of circa 750 square metre area including retail, storage area, traditional kiln, food processing area, walk-in freezer, staff canteen and changing areas, and administrative offices.
The premises are superbly appointed and represent the professional qualities and service the company has built its reputation upon.

Other information

Expansion potential:

The current market for this business’s services is growing, with health organisations recommending oily fish and organic produce to support a healthier lifestyle. The business is well positioned to take maximum advantage of this growth as it occurs.

Competition / Market:

The business has used limited advertising in the past, restricting itself to local marketing avenues so there are excellent opportunities to increase this and market the business more aggressively to significantly increase turnover. A high proportion of the business's revenue has been due to its excellent reputation for quality and service and strong word of mouth recommendation.

Support & training:

The current owner will provide all necessary training and all relevant contacts to allow continuity of trading.

Reasons for selling:

The business is for sale as a result of the vendors’ wish to follow other areas of interest.