Leasehold Licence Cafe Bar - Canterbury

Business Description

LOCATION
These recently refurbished grade II listed premises occupy a prime trading location fronting a busy street in Canterbury City Centre. Close by are numerous offices, banks and stores which provide an excellent level of trade. The premises are adjacent to the historical cathedral which draws tourists all year round.

BUSINESS
This is a well established concern which was recently (2025) completely refurbished throughout and is now presented in immaculate condition. It is licensed and operates as a coffee/cafe bar with cocktails later in the day and evening. Now presented as a modern clean concern with seating for 17 and additional first floor seating for another 46 in 3 well presented rooms all enjoying Cathedral views. There is also outside seating to the front for another 34 being an ideal sunny spot for people watching. The business is totally staff run offering tremendous potential for owner involvement and office deliveries, sandwich rounds and outside catering if desired. The premises also benefit a currently unused second floor which could be utilized as separate function room or as a 1 bed staff/managers flat (subject to p/p).

TURNOVER
We are informed that the business enjoys a turnover around £7,000£9,000+ pwk @ 70% GP.

STAFF
Run by 2 full time staff and 3 part timers. Wage Bill £1,500 pwk.

HOURS
10.00am - 6.00pm Sun - Thurs
10.00am - 8.00pm Fri
10.00am - 10.00pm - Sat

PREMISES
Attractive recently refurbished grade II listed corner premises with seating for 17 across tables and chairs plus window bar seating. Long servery counter incorporating glas fronted display, Coffee machine, coffee grinder, Epos till system, beer pumps, glass fronted refrigerated drinks display cabinet, st/st sink, griddle, glass washer. Two sets of stairs to first floor comprising 1 large room and two smaller cosy rooms with seating for a total of 46. Customer WC with H&C hand wash basin. Two sets of stairs to unused Second Floor comprising Function Room with Bar (or Bedroom), Sep. WC. Shower Room and kitchenette.
There is also a large basement offering good storage, beer cellar, chest freezer and two large upright fridges.

LIVING ACCOMMODATION
The unused second floor in need of refurbishment which could be utilized as a 1 bed flat if desired (subject to p/p).

TENURE
New Lease to be granted to ingoing tenant - Neg terms. RENT £37,000 PA (5 year reviews)

EPC RATING
TBA

BUSINESS RATES
Approx £3,000 pa payable.

Property Information

Property:

Leasehold

Premises details:

Attractive recently refurbished grade II listed corner premises with seating for 17 across tables and chairs plus window bar seating. Long servery counter incorporating glas fronted display, Coffee machine, coffee grinder, Epos till system, beer pumps, glass fronted refrigerated drinks display cabinet, st/st sink, griddle, glass washer. Two sets of stairs to first floor comprising 1 large room and two smaller cosy rooms with seating for a total of 46. Customer WC with H&C hand wash basin. Two sets of stairs to unused Second Floor comprising Function Room with Bar (or Bedroom), Sep. WC. Shower Room and kitchenette.<br>There is also a large basement offering good storage, beer cellar, chest freezer and two large upright fridges.

Business Operation

Trading hours:

10.00am - 6.00pm Sun - Thurs 10.00am - 8.00pm Fri 10.00am - 10.00pm - Sat

Other Information

Furniture / Fixtures value:

Undisclosed

Inventory / Stock value:

Undisclosed