Blacks Business Brokers Facilitates Successful Sale Of This Vegan and Plant Based Cafe in Cumbria
Blacks Business Brokers are delighted to announce the successful sale of a thriving plant-based café located in the beautiful and affluent town of Bowness-on-Windermere. Established in 2024 by our client, the business has quickly gained recognition and popularity, becoming a staple in the local food scene for both residents and tourists alike. The café, which specializes in freshly prepared vegan and plant-based meals, including alternatives to meat and cheese, as well as a wide array of artisan desserts, has made a significant impact in a short space of time. With a strong reputation for quality and creativity, it boasts glowing reviews on platforms like Google and TripAdvisor, which have helped to drive its growing success.
The previous owner developed a strong online presence for the business, including a comprehensive website and a social media following nearing 700, helping to promote its ethical menu and modern, welcoming environment. Situated in a stunning area renowned for tourism and natural beauty, the café also enjoyed exceptional footfall due to its prominent location. The business was strategically positioned within a small parade of busy shops close to St Martin’s Church, a historic local landmark. Neighbouring establishments include both independent retailers and larger national chains such as Tesco Express and the Post Office. With Bowness Bay, hotels, and boat hire outlets nearby, the café benefitted from constant traffic throughout the year, both from locals and tourists drawn to the Lake District.
The café itself is housed in an impressive and thoughtfully refurbished property that was updated in 2024 to reflect a modern, nature-inspired aesthetic. Customers could enjoy their meals indoors, across two beautifully designed floors that offered seating for up to forty, or outside at the twelve-seat terrace, perfect for summer days. Internally, the space was well appointed with a stylish counter area at the front and a professionally fitted catering kitchen at the rear. Additional features included a private office and modern toilet facilities, with all aspects of the property maintained to a very high standard. These premises are held on a Full Repair and Insure lease—standard in commercial arrangements—at an affordable rate of £180 per week, with four years remaining on the initial six-year term.
Operating only three days a week—Friday through Sunday from 9am to 4pm—the business achieved a solid annual turnover projection of £49,624. This leaves clear opportunity for expansion by simply increasing trading days and opening hours. Based on its current performance and location advantages, it is highly likely that a new owner willing to extend operations could more than double the revenue. The café was run by the owner with assistance from three part-time staff, and the setup lends itself perfectly to an owner-operator model or a small entrepreneurial team.
The sale included a full inventory of fixtures and fittings, available upon request, with all assets in excellent condition and tailored for a seamless handover. The business also benefits from Small Business Rates Relief, helping to maintain low overheads for the new owner.
Commenting on the successful sale, Chelsea Melnyk, the lead Sales Negotiator at Blacks Business Brokers, said:
“We are thrilled to have facilitated the sale of this outstanding plant-based business in Bowness. It has all the right ingredients—superb location, excellent reviews, a loyal customer base, and real room for growth. Our client built something truly special, and we’re proud to have played a role in finding the right buyer who can carry the torch forward. At Blacks, we work closely with sellers to present their businesses in the best light and match them with the right buyers. This deal shows what’s possible when passion and professionalism come together.”
Our client decided to sell due to other business and personal commitments, and we were trusted with the confidential marketing, negotiation, and transaction process. The buyer, who was impressed with the visibility and detail provided during the sale, now steps into a fully operational, reputable, and highly promising venture.
At Blacks Business Brokers, we pride ourselves on matching the right businesses with the right people. With expert valuations, wide-reaching marketing strategies, and decades of industry experience, we ensure that every transaction is handled with care, discretion, and precision. The sale of this business is another example of how we help entrepreneurs move onto their next chapter while enabling new ownership to take exciting ventures to the next level.
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