Business
Please quote reference B07695

CoGoGo are delighted to welcome to the market Northern Tea House Limited, a highly rated Tea Room and Coffee Shop in the town centre of Huddersfield. It includes all design files for branded packaging, labels , takeaway cups, menus, and website 

The business was first established by our client in 2015 when they identified the need for a quality and more upmarket Tea Room/Coffee Shop. Its built up an excellent reputation amongst local residents. As seen by the online ratings and reviews, the business is extremely popular within the community. 

Northern Tea House Limited has now come to the open market due to our clients wish for a change of direction. 

The business prides itself on the quality of its food which is freshly prepared on the premises using local ingredients wherever possible. The business benefits from an A3 licence. The menu includes;

• Breakfast
• All day Brunch
• Hot and cold drinks
• Lunch
• Jacket Potatoes
• Hot and cold sandwiches
• Afternoon Teas
• Kids Meals
• Delicious homemade Cakes and pastries
• Vegan and gluten free options
• Daily specials
• Everyday & Speciality Teas
• Wide range of hot drinks

The business has an impressive number of regular customers, with the sale including the company website and social media pages. The business enjoys great reviews online. 

Key selling points –

• A well established business with an enviable reputation and many existing customers
• Current owners would be happy to offer a handover to ensure the continued success of the business
• Prime trading position, A new cinema and residential building will increase footfall considerably going forward
• Ideal owner managed or partnership business
• Perfect bolt on for a similar business looking for a foothold in Huddersfield.
• Could easily repeat this model in other towns and cities yourself or franchise as this business has been approached about this before.

Scope for further growth –

• Advertising and Marketing campaign. A local leaflet drop usually yields good results
• Maximise the use of social media
• Invest in SEO and PPC to drive new customers to the business
• Introduce deliveries, real demand in the area
• Extend the opening hours, perhaps opening as a Bistro in the evenings
• Introduce a loyalty card/scheme

A full breakdown on all the fixtures, fittings and equipment included in the sale can be made available upon request. 

Location
Northern Tea House Limited is located on King Street in Huddersfield.

The business receives high levels of footfall and passing trade. 

Premises
The business occupies two floors of an attractive, double fronted, period style premises ideally suited to the trade.

The modern industrial tea house seats up to 42 people downstairs in a comfortable and unique environment.

The first floor seats a further 20 people.

Externally there is seating for 10 people. 

Tenure
We are advised that the business is being sold on a Leasehold basis, currently on a 10 year lease. The rent is £30,000 including VAT per annum.

Hours
The current trading hours are –

Monday to Friday – 9:00am – 4:00pm

Saturday – 9:00am – 5:00pm

Sunday – 10:00am – 4:00pm

Staff
We are advised that the business has a store manager, 2 kitchen managers, a supervisor and 12 part-time and casual staff members. The owner is also involved in the business. 

Financial Profile
We are advised as per the 2023 accounts, the business generated a turnover in the region of £443,000. Further financials can be made available upon request.