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The Old Bakehouse · Manchester · Asking Price £185,000
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Strictly Confidential — Information MemorandumBusiness for Sale
The Old Bakehouse
Artisan Bakery & Café · Manchester City Centre
Asking Price
£185,000
Plus stock at valuation
Location
Manchester, M1
Staff
5 FT + 2 PT
Tenure
Leasehold (8 yrs rem.)
Reason for Sale
Owner retiring
Business Overview
The Old Bakehouse is a well-established artisan bakery and café located in a prominent position on Deansgate, Manchester. Trading since 2016, the business has built a loyal customer base and a strong reputation for handcrafted breads, pastries, and specialty coffee.
The business operates Monday to Saturday, 7am–5pm, from a 1,400 sq ft ground-floor premises. It benefits from high footfall, close proximity to major offices and retail, and is fully staffed with an experienced team capable of operating independently of the owner.
Key Strengths
- Strong, consistent revenue with year-on-year growth since 2021
- High-margin product mix — specialty coffee accounts for 38% of turnover
- Long-standing lease with 8 years remaining and option to renew
- Fully staffed — business runs independently; low owner reliance
- Active social media presence with 4,200+ local followers
- Exclusive wholesale supply contract with two local hotel groups
Strictly Confidential — Information MemorandumFinancial Summary — Last 3 Years
| Item | YE Mar 2024 | YE Mar 2025 | YE Mar 2026 (Est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | £312,400 | £341,800 | £368,500 |
| Cost of Goods Sold | £89,200 | £96,400 | £103,200 |
| Gross Profit | £223,200 | £245,400 | £265,300 |
| Gross Margin | 71.5% | 71.8% | 72.0% |
| Wages & Salaries | £112,000 | £118,500 | £124,000 |
| Rent & Rates | £36,000 | £36,000 | £38,400 |
| Other Overheads | £28,400 | £31,200 | £33,100 |
| Adjusted Net Profit (SDE) | £46,800 | £59,700 | £69,800 |
* SDE = Seller's Discretionary Earnings (net profit adjusted for owner's salary and one-off items). Full accounts available to verified buyers under NDA.
Assets Included in Sale
- —Commercial kitchen fit-out & equipment
- —Display cases, counters & café furniture
- —Espresso machine & coffee equipment (×2 stations)
- —EPOS system & customer loyalty database
- —Branded packaging & merchandise inventory
- —Goodwill, trading name & social media accounts
- —Website & online ordering platform
Property Details
Premises Type
Ground-floor retail unit
Floor Area
Approx. 1,400 sq ft
Lease Remaining
8 years (expires 2034)
Current Rent
£3,200 pcm (inc. service charge)
Landlord Review
5-yearly RPI uplift
Parking
NCP car park 50m — customer use
Next Steps
Interested parties must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before receiving full financial accounts and arranging a viewing. Please contact your dedicated BIZIONARY Business Brokers agent to request the NDA and discuss next steps.
Strictly Confidential — Information Memorandum
Artisan bread selection — baked fresh daily
Morning pastry counter — peak sales 7am–10am
Product Range
The Old Bakehouse produces an extensive range of handcrafted baked goods using British-sourced flour from Shipton Mill, Gloucestershire, and local free-range eggs. All products are baked on-site daily with no artificial preservatives.
Artisan Breads
- ·Sourdough — white, seeded & rye
- ·Wholegrain bloomer & farmhouse loaf
- ·Granary & malted grain tin loaf
- ·Spelt & heritage grain loaves
- ·Focaccia (daily special flavours)
Morning Pastries
- ·All-butter croissants & pain au chocolat
- ·Almond Danish & fruit Danish
- ·Chelsea buns & cinnamon whirls
- ·Pain aux raisins & kouign-amann
- ·Seasonal specials (e.g. hot cross buns)
Celebration & Traybakes
- ·Victoria sponge & lemon drizzle cake
- ·Bakewell tart & Eccles cakes
- ·Sticky toffee pudding squares
- ·Millionaire's shortbread & flapjacks
- ·Custom celebration & birthday cakes
Savoury Range
- ·Traditional pork pies & Scotch eggs
- ·Handmade sausage rolls (plain & spiced)
- ·Cornish pasties & cheese & onion slices
- ·Cheese scones & herb focaccia rolls
- ·Seasonal savoury tarts & quiche
Wholesale & Trade Accounts
The business holds six active wholesale supply agreements, generating approximately £38,500 per annum (10.5% of turnover). These contracts provide predictable, recurring revenue and operate on rolling 3-month terms. All contracts are fully transferable to a new owner.
| Client Type | Frequency | Est. Annual Value |
|---|---|---|
| Boutique hotel (×2) — city centre | Daily delivery | £16,200 |
| Independent restaurant & wine bar | 5×/week | £8,400 |
| Corporate office catering (×2) | Mon–Fri | £9,600 |
| Local farm shop & deli | 3×/week | £4,300 |
Growth Opportunities
Sunday Trading
Currently closed on Sundays. Opening one additional day could add an estimated £28,000–£35,000 per annum based on existing weekday footfall data.
Online Subscription Boxes
Growing UK trend for artisan bakery subscription boxes. Low setup cost via existing website platform — 200 subscribers at £25/month = £60,000 p.a.
Expand Wholesale Accounts
Manchester has 40+ independent restaurants and 15+ boutique hotels currently not serviced. A part-time sales role could significantly grow this revenue stream.
Baking Classes & Events
The commercial kitchen is idle evenings and Sundays. Artisan bread-making classes at £65/head with groups of 8 represent an untapped £20,000+ annual opportunity.
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