Successful High Street Print & Photo Centre with Loyal Client Base
£90,000
£104,000
£25,000
Overview
Leasehold
2003
- Excellent Reputation
- Friendly & Professional Team
- Very Loyal Customer Base
- Well Equipped Business
- Wide Variety of Products & Services
This long-established high-street printing business is prominently located in the heart of Ealing and has been serving the local community since 2003. Originally launched as a small photographic and print shop, it has grown steadily over two decades into a fully equipped and highly versatile printing centre.
Well known locally for its strong blend of creativity and quality, the business offers an extensive range of services, including photo printing, passport and ID photographs, personalised photo gifts, framing, media transfer, film processing, and comprehensive design and print solutions. The premises are fitted with a wide selection of modern, high-quality printing equipment, enabling the business to serve both private individuals and a broad commercial client base. Regular customers include local schools, independent businesses, and community organisations.
The service offering is designed to meet both personal and professional requirements, covering everything from photo books and cameras to business stationery and large-format poster printing. Over many years, the business has built a strong reputation for excellent customer service, reliability, and competitive pricing, supported by a loyal customer base and consistent word-of-mouth referrals.
Situated on a vibrant, tree-lined high street surrounded by complementary independent retailers, the shop benefits from steady footfall and strong passing trade. The business trades 6 days a week, from 10:00am to 5:00pm, providing a stable platform for continued operation and future growth.
With an established management structure and highly autonomous day-to-day operations, the business requires minimal owner involvement, making it an attractive turnkey opportunity for a buyer seeking a well-run, established local printing service.
The business operates from a bright, wheelchair-accessible, glass-fronted retail unit within a 20th-century brick terrace. The ground-floor premises offer an inviting customer area (approximately 3m x 5m) leading to an open-plan workshop housing modern, high-quality printing equipment, including a customer mini-lab, C70, large-format printer, and Epson professional printers.
To the rear are a small storage area, kitchen, WC, and access to an 8m x 10m garden providing secure parking for two vehicles, an exceptional asset in this location, with potential space for a small portacabin. The business has no lease responsibility for the two upper floors.
Despite operating without formal contracts, the company benefits from exceptionally high customer retention, driven by strong service levels, competitive pricing, and a broad product range. The team consists of 1 full-time employee, 2 part-time staff, and a self-employed sales contractor.
Extending opening hours, including potentially reopening from previous longer hours or trading on Sundays, could increase customer access and sales.
The business’s strong local brand and reputation provide a solid foundation for geographical expansion, such as opening a second branch in another area.
Marketing initiatives, including digital advertising and enhanced social media presence, could attract new clients beyond the current word-of-mouth and passing trade.
Additionally, the business could broaden its service offerings or explore niche markets to enhance profitability further.
With parking available and a prime high street location lacking independent competitors, this venture presents an attractive opportunity to expand an already profitable and respected local business.
Features
Key Information
- Services Offered: Printing, Other
Reputation
- Google: 4.4
Online Presence
- Facebook: Yes
- Instagram: Yes
Location
- High Street Location
- High Footfall
- Nearby Car Parking
- Limited Competition