Business description

What better way to invest in your future than to buy an already successful, profit making business? With the current owner planning to retire and not operating the business to its full potential, a new owner has the opportunity to revitalise this already lucrative enterprise.

As one of the first chocolate fountains in the UK, we have been established for almost 6 years. We are the preferred supplier to many prestigious venues in the area and word of mouth recommendations are common. Business is mainly within but not confined to the Midlands

This is an excellent business prospect which can be operated in numerous ways; part-time, as a second income or with the potential to be full-time.

A number of forward bookings have been secured for this year and 2010 with deposits taken.

We have comprehensive advertising in place in locations such as YELL, wedding magazines and websites and hotel brochures etc, generating significant leads and bookings. Marketing materials are also to be included.

Ownership of our effective website will be tranferred.

Our extensive Public Liability insurance is currently valid and PAT certificates on all electrical equipment are up to date.

This business has fantastic growth opportunities with past events including:
o Corporate events (including Deloitte, Nationwide and The Francesco Group)
o Weddings
o Celebrations
o Food festivals
o Charity events
o Agricultural/County Shows

Included:
• 2 fountains (each able to be either 36” or 48”)
• All equipment necessary for a show stand
• Branded uniforms and aprons (shirts, jumpers, etc)
• Associated equipment to run 2 fountain events on the same night:

Stock to be negotiated separately

Property information

Location:

Presently based in the Midlands with nationwide coverage, it has the flexibility to be well suited to any location.

Premises details:

Currently run from home.

Other information

Expansion potential:

This business is not currently worked to its potential; it can be expanded into similar product areas, more locations or run alongside any other existing event business. Champagne fountains or vodka luges can be added. Also has the potential to be turned into a franchise.

Support & training:

Full training will be provided to the buyer. This includes a manual, 'hands on' help and ongoing support as necessary.

Reasons for selling:

Retirement

Trading hours:

Mainly evenings and weekends - to suit. Currently busier during the summer.