GARAGE / STORAGE Commercial Property - Available

For sale is a substantial stone-built commercial property located on Blackburn Road, occupying a prominent position on a well-known main road with high levels of passing traffic and excellent visibility.

The property is currently home to a well-established, family-run business offering hardware, DIY supplies and key cutting services, which has served the local community for many years. Both the business and the building are for sale, with the business being offered separately from the property. If you are interested in purchasing both, please contact us to discuss further details of the business.

The property is accessed via an attractive glass-fronted shop entrance, creating a bright and welcoming frontage ideal for retail display. Internally, the ground floor provides a spacious and versatile shop floor, with the till and service area positioned to the rear, allowing for flexible layout options to suit a variety of commercial uses.

Stairs to the rear of the shop provide access to the first floor. This level comprises a large timber workshop and cutting room, featuring a front-facing window that provides excellent natural light. The space is well suited to manufacturing, repair work, specialist trade use or extensive storage. A second workshop area also located on this floor is currently used for a variety of purposes, including sharpening and grinding. In addition, there is a light and airy staff room/office with double windows providing plenty of natural light, space for seating, storage for coats and bags and a small kitchenette.

The first floor offers generous, versatile accommodation and presents potential for conversion to a specialist trade area, office space or a self-contained flat, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions.

Outside to the rear of the property is a highly useful external area which includes a WC, two original stone-built storage rooms that could be utilised as workshops or additional storage and a walkway offering some outside space. At the end of the walkway there is also a large double garage with access from the roadside, together with an additional attached storage area, making it ideal for loading, parking or operational requirements.

Blackburn Road is situated within a mixed residential and commercial area, benefiting from a strong local customer base. The property enjoys excellent transport links, with regular bus services running along Blackburn Road and convenient access to nearby town centres. The location also offers good connectivity to major road networks, making it easily accessible for customers, staff and deliveries.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful stone-built commercial property offering extensive internal and external space, suitable for a wide range of uses. With the added option to purchase a long-established business, the property presents both immediate trading potential and long-term investment value. Viewing is highly recommended. All viewings must take place with an agent, please call us now to arrange a viewing and see what this commercial property has to offer. **PROPERTY HAS NO GAS**

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DETAILS OF BUSINESS, BEING SOLD SEPERATLEY FOR OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £30,000

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Homecare Centre

Blackburn Road, Bolton

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Executive Summary

Homecare Centre is a well-established, family-run hardware, DIY and Ironmongery business with a trading history dating back to the 1950s. The business enjoys a strong reputation within the local community, a loyal customer base, and multiple income streams that differentiate it from national chains.

The business is offered for sale as a going concern, with offers invited over £30,000 plus stock at valuation.

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Key Business Highlights

• Long-established independent hardware & DIY retailer

• Annual turnover in excess of £130,000*

• Strong local reputation and repeat customer base

• Broad product range plus value-added services

• Good online presence and professional website.

• Ideal opportunity for an owner-operator or a trade buyer seeking a bolt-on acquisition

* full accounts available upon request.

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Business Overview

Homecare Centre has been serving the Bolton area for several decades and is widely regarded as a trusted local supplier for both household customers and tradespeople. The business focuses on personal service, specialist knowledge, and convenience, areas where larger national competitors struggle to compete.

The store trades from a prominent roadside location on Blackburn Road, benefiting from passing traffic and established local footfall.

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Products & Services

The business offers a comprehensive range of hardware and home improvement products, including:

• General hardware & DIY supplies

• Ironmongery, fixings, nuts & bolts

• Hand tools and accessories

• Paints, decorating supplies & household items

• Garden and seasonal products

• Wild bird foods and feeders

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In addition to retail sales, the business benefits from service-based income, including:

• Key cutting

• Engraving services

• Tool and blade sharpening

• Watch battery replacement

• Rug Doctor hire

These services encourage repeat visits and provide higher-margin revenue streams.

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Customers & Trading

The business serves a wide customer base, including:

• Local residents

• DIY enthusiasts

• Tradespeople and contractors

• Repeat customers built up over many years

The personalised service and product knowledge provided by the business underpin its long-standing customer loyalty.

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Financial Information

• Turnover: In excess of £130,000 per annum