For Sale
Charming Independent Bookshop in the Heart of Dorset – A Rare Opportunity!
Blandford Forum, Dorset
- Asking Price: £189,950 +SAV
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Turnover:
This business generated a turnover of £30,000. Full financial's can be made available upon further request.
- Tenure: Freehold
- New Book Sales - 287 SqFt
- Back Room with secondhand book sales - 44 SqFt
- Storage
- Sink Room - 87 SqFt
- WC
- Display Shelf on the stairs and landing
- 2x secondhand book sales rooms - 105 SqFt & 115 SqFt both with fireplaces
- Stairs to alcove display area and second floor
- Landing with cupboard and sales shelves
- 2x Secondhand book sales rooms - 110 SqFt & 111 SqFt
- Stairs to the attic room
- Attic room with skylight and storage
- Small garden at rear
Please quote reference B07809
CoGoGo is thrilled to present The Dorset Book Shop, a beloved independent bookstore nestled in the stunning Georgian town of Blandford Forum, Dorset. Established in 1950 and cherished by the current owner since 2007, this delightful shop has built a stellar reputation and remains a local treasure.
Specialising in carefully curated new and second-hand books, the shop offers a wide range of titles, from beautifully illustrated children’s books and classic fiction to travel writing, philosophy, art, and cookery. It also provides a special order service with fast delivery, ensuring customers find exactly what they’re looking for.
Housed in an original early 18th-century building, the bookshop exudes charm and nostalgia. Spread across three floors, the ground floor features a well-stocked selection of new books, while upstairs holds five rooms of second-hand gems. The current owner has preserved the shop’s historic character, adding only essential updates like shelving and security cameras.
The shop has remained a survivor through changing times. While it once operated 42 hours a week with two staff members, it now runs at 15 hours over five days, providing an ideal setup for a semi-retired owner or book enthusiast.
Despite shifts in shopping habits, the business remains profitable, benefiting from low overheads – no business rates, just essential expenses like electricity, broadband, and stock purchasing.
A unique addition to the business has been the sale and repair of antique clocks and curios, adding extra income. While this aspect isn't included in the sale, equipment can be negotiated separately.
This shop is perfect for someone passionate about books and looking to embrace a slower, more fulfilling lifestyle while owning a piece of history. It’s an opportunity to continue a thriving legacy, with scope to expand online sales, extend hours, or explore new promotional efforts.
Excitingly, a local financier is working to revitalise Blandford, with plans that could boost the town’s footfall and enhance shopping experiences.
This is more than just a bookshop—it’s a charming, unspoiled piece of history that offers customers a one-of-a-kind experience in a fast-paced world. If you’re looking for a dream business in a picturesque town, this is your chance!
For more details or to arrange a viewing, get in touch today!
CoGoGo is thrilled to present The Dorset Book Shop, a beloved independent bookstore nestled in the stunning Georgian town of Blandford Forum, Dorset. Established in 1950 and cherished by the current owner since 2007, this delightful shop has built a stellar reputation and remains a local treasure.
Specialising in carefully curated new and second-hand books, the shop offers a wide range of titles, from beautifully illustrated children’s books and classic fiction to travel writing, philosophy, art, and cookery. It also provides a special order service with fast delivery, ensuring customers find exactly what they’re looking for.
Housed in an original early 18th-century building, the bookshop exudes charm and nostalgia. Spread across three floors, the ground floor features a well-stocked selection of new books, while upstairs holds five rooms of second-hand gems. The current owner has preserved the shop’s historic character, adding only essential updates like shelving and security cameras.
The shop has remained a survivor through changing times. While it once operated 42 hours a week with two staff members, it now runs at 15 hours over five days, providing an ideal setup for a semi-retired owner or book enthusiast.
Despite shifts in shopping habits, the business remains profitable, benefiting from low overheads – no business rates, just essential expenses like electricity, broadband, and stock purchasing.
A unique addition to the business has been the sale and repair of antique clocks and curios, adding extra income. While this aspect isn't included in the sale, equipment can be negotiated separately.
This shop is perfect for someone passionate about books and looking to embrace a slower, more fulfilling lifestyle while owning a piece of history. It’s an opportunity to continue a thriving legacy, with scope to expand online sales, extend hours, or explore new promotional efforts.
Excitingly, a local financier is working to revitalise Blandford, with plans that could boost the town’s footfall and enhance shopping experiences.
This is more than just a bookshop—it’s a charming, unspoiled piece of history that offers customers a one-of-a-kind experience in a fast-paced world. If you’re looking for a dream business in a picturesque town, this is your chance!
For more details or to arrange a viewing, get in touch today!
The Dorset Book Shop is located on East Street, Blandford Forum in Dorset.
The business has eye catching signage and receives high levels of footfall and passing trade.
The business has eye catching signage and receives high levels of footfall and passing trade.
Occupies a single fronted premises on a busy high street.
Ground Floor
Ground Floor
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