Established Guildford Cafe with Loyal Customer Base for Sale

All-Day Breakfast & Lunch Service

• Full English breakfasts, breakfast baguettes, toasted sandwiches, and paninis
• Traditional British cafe classics prepared with locally sourced produce
• Quality coffee and hot beverages
• Menu expansion potential in both breakfast and lunch offerings

Takeaway & Delivery

• Online ordering and delivery available via third-party platforms
• Takeaway for all menu items

Included in Sale

• All existing stocks included — everything needed to operate from day one
• Goodwill, equipment, and fixtures included
• Spacious seating area with modern décor, stylish lighting, and furnishings creating an inviting ambiance

Customer Base

• Strong, loyal customer base with high engagement and repeat visits
• Appeals to a wide variety of patrons — local community and visitors alike
• Homely, warm environment popular for group gatherings

Online Presence

• Active Google My Business listing
• Presence across various social media platforms
• Consistently high online ratings reflecting quality and customer satisfaction

Market Position

• Strategically located in a high foot-traffic area in Guildford, Surrey with maximum visibility
• Independent cafe with a welcoming atmosphere and established reputation
• Ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs, first-time owners, and investors seeking self-employment opportunities

Business Overview

Question — Answer

How long have you been operating? — Since January 2026

Business address — Guildford, Surrey, UK

Premises type — Leasehold

For sale or rent? — Both — available for sale or for rent

Sale price (key money) — £69,995

Annual sales — £155,000

Annual leasehold rent — £16,500

Annual inventory cost — £54,250

Annual staff salary cost — £35,000 (estimated)

Annual utility costs — £6,000 (estimated)

Annual profit — £25,000

Number of staff — 3

Vehicles owned — 0

Key highlights — Only place for traditional Pie, Mash & Liquor in the area; 4/5 food hygiene rating; loyal customer base; online delivery available; 100% Small Business Rates Relief; recently refurbished modern décor

Reason for selling — Available upon enquiry

Team

• Dedicated team of 3 employees
• Training opportunities offered to ensure a smooth transition for the new owner

Ownership Flexibility

• Supports hands-off ownership (investment) or hands-on owner-operator approach
• Immediate business takeover available — begin operating without delay

Cost Advantages

• 100% Small Business Rates Relief — no business rates currently payable (subject to eligibility)
• Low overhead opportunity

Compliance

• Fully licensed and registered, operating as a private limited company
• 4-out-of-5 food hygiene rating from the local authority

Significant Growth Potential

• Menu expansion — particularly in breakfast and lunch offerings
• Extended trading hours to capture additional dayparts (afternoon tea, early dinner)
• High foot-traffic location provides maximum visibility for organic growth

Additional Revenue Streams

• Join additional delivery platforms to expand reach across Guildford
• Catering and events for local community and corporate functions
• Launch a standalone website to improve online discoverability and enable online ordering

Marketing & Brand

• Grow social media presence through targeted local advertising
• Build on established loyal customer base to drive word-of-mouth referrals

Suitable For

• Hands-off investors seeking a managed operation
• Hands-on owner-operators looking to develop and expand the business further