Thriving Family Bakery with Rich Heritage and Excellent Growth Potential in Wiltshire
£35,000
£180,000
£7,200
Overview
Leasehold
2016
- Excellent Reputation
- Friendly & Professional Team
- Very Loyal Customer Base
- Strong Supplier Relationships
This family-run bakery, established in 2016, is nestled in the heart of Devizes, a historic market town in Wiltshire. With a deep-rooted baking tradition dating back to 1915, the business combines decades of expertise in crafting high-quality bread, savoury baked goods, and patisserie, all freshly made on-site.
Located on The Brittox, a popular pedestrianised street, the bakery benefits from high foot traffic, attracting both locals and tourists. Its reputation for producing premium-quality baked goods has earned it a loyal customer base, with a glowing 4.9-star rating on Facebook.
An integral part of the local community, the bakery offers consistent, exceptional products and stands as the go-to destination for those seeking the best in town. The prime location and established reputation provide significant growth potential, making this a fantastic opportunity for a new owner.
With an excellent reputation at the top end of the market, the business is consistently profitable, with ample scope for expansion and increased profits through strategic growth and diversification.
The bakery is located in a traditional Grade II listed 18th-century terrace, situated in a historic alleyway in the centre of Devizes.
The premises span four floors, including a cellar. Inside, there’s a customer area with an L-shaped counter, fridge counter, and display bench for passers-by to view products. The bakery features modern baking equipment, including an oven, prover, spiral mixer, and planetary mixer. A rear exit provides access to the alleyway and loading bay for deliveries. Upstairs, there is a flat currently used for storage.
The bakery generates 70% of its sales through over-the-counter transactions, 20% via wholesale to local businesses, and 10% from market sales.
Run by a husband-and-wife team with two additional full-time staff, the bakery thrives on exceptional service, high-quality products, and a welcoming atmosphere.
The ideal buyer would have an interest in baking and be eager to learn and maintain the bakery's high standards.
There is considerable room for expansion. The business could increase its marketing efforts, reach new customers, or expand its product range to include confectionery.
With Devizes being a popular tourist destination, growth could be achieved through better targeting of the passing tourist trade.
Additionally, the option to move the baking operation to a separate modern facility could reduce overheads and allow the current premises to focus entirely on retail, offering further opportunities for development.
Expanding wholesale relationships or adding more staff could also help boost production and profits.
Features
Key Information
- Delivery Services: In-house
- Hygiene Rating: 5
Reputation
- Google: 4.9
- TripAdvisor: Excellent
Online Presence
- Facebook: Yes
- Instagram: Yes
Location
- High Street Location
- High Footfall
- Nearby Car Parking
- Limited Competition