This retail unit specializing in leather handbags has been trading in this location for 7 years. Located in one of the busiest areas of the city within the walls and at the heart of the main tourist and retail areas. York is one of the most visited cities in the UK with a large resident and student population.

The shop is a ground floor lock up unit which forms part of a terrace three story properties under pitched roofs with colour washed elevations.

Established leather handbag shop

Excellent central York location in the main retail areas

Strong year-round footfall

Easy to run and low maintenance

Profitable business on reasonable limited hours

Situated in the heart of historic York, the property enjoys a prime city-centre location just steps from York Minster. Surrounded by characterful shops, cafés, and tourist attractions, this vibrant street offers high footfall and strong visibility. The property is ideal for retail or lifestyle use, benefiting from easy access to York’s main transport links and a thriving local and visitor market.

A ground floor lock up unit, the shop is accessed via a single doorway to the front of the building directly from the street. The retail space forms the majority of the premises and is a single room. Given the age of the property, it has plenty of character, which can be seen in the exposed beams. There are carpeted floor coverings with a single serving counter and display shelving to the perimeter of the room.

There are some small ancillary areas to the rear, which include a staff toilet and a small amount of storage.

Externally, there is a storage shed located in the alley to the side. This can be used to keep a small amount of stock. By in large stock is ordered in as and when it is needed.

Our client is selling the leasehold interest due to moving overseas. The business is run full-time by our client with the assistance of a single part-time member of staff. It has consistent levels of turnover and net profits with room for expansion. Full accounting information will be provided to interested parties after viewing the property.