Featured Listing – Lily Spencer’s

Lily Spencer’s, a beloved Halifax deli with a strong local following, is now being offered for sale by Blacks Brokers at an attractive asking price of £24,950. Established many years ago and under current ownership since 2015, Lily Spencer’s has built an outstanding reputation for quality and service, making it a highly appealing opportunity for a motivated entrepreneur or family-run business team looking to acquire a thriving, well-established food retail business in a prime central location.

Since taking ownership, our client has meticulously maintained and enhanced the business, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. The deli offers an extensive range of products, including fresh meats, dairy produce, pies, and a variety of other deli goods, catering to both loyal regular customers and the significant number of passing trade generated by its superb indoor market location. Lily Spencer’s has established a strong online presence with an easy-to-use website and online ordering system, complemented by an engaged social media following. Customer satisfaction is evident in the numerous glowing reviews on Google and Facebook, reflecting a business with a solid reputation and a loyal, returning customer base.

The trading position of Lily Spencer’s is one of its strongest assets. Situated within Halifax Borough Market, the stall benefits from exceptional footfall and a high visibility location. The market itself is a hub of activity and has recently undergone a £4.5 million regeneration, bringing in new stalls and a fresh, light, and airy atmosphere that has attracted a wave of new visitors. Neighbouring businesses include a mix of independent retailers and major multiples such as Boots, B & M, and M&S, creating a vibrant commercial ecosystem. The market is conveniently located near Halifax railway station, a new bus station, multiple car parks, and local amenities, while the M62 ensures excellent road connectivity. The nearby Piece Hall, Woolshops, and Westgate shopping centre further strengthen the area’s commercial appeal and footfall.

Lily Spencer’s operates from a large L-shaped market stall designed for efficiency and customer engagement. The stall features two serving areas with display fridges for fresh produce, as well as storage and preparation areas at the rear. The interior has been thoughtfully designed with vinyl flooring and tiled walls, ensuring a clean, professional, and welcoming environment for both staff and customers. The premises are fully equipped with high-quality fixtures and fittings, including two chilled display cabinets, scales and tills, a meat slicer, upright display fridges, walk-in commercial fridge, under-counter freezers, stainless steel prep units, a rotisserie oven, stainless steel sink, vacuum packer, and extensive shelving. Every element of the stall is in excellent condition, allowing the new owner to step in and continue trading with minimal disruption.

Opening hours currently run from Monday to Saturday, 08:30 to 16:30, offering flexibility and scope for potential expansion, including extending opening hours or increasing online sales to further enhance revenue. With a strong base of loyal customers and an excellent reputation in the community, there is significant opportunity to grow the business. New product lines, enhanced social media marketing, and an expanded online shop could all contribute to increased turnover and profitability.

This business represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-known, highly respected deli in a central Halifax location for an asking price of just £24,950. It is ideally suited to an owner-operator who can bring energy, creativity, and passion to further develop the business, building on its solid foundations and loyal customer base. With its prime location, excellent facilities, and strong reputation, Lily Spencer’s offers immediate trading potential and a platform for future growth. Early viewings are strongly advised to appreciate the full potential and value of this unique acquisition.

If you are looking to acquire a turnkey food business with established systems, a loyal customer base, and excellent growth potential, Lily Spencer’s represents an outstanding opportunity. The combination of prime market position, strong brand recognition, high-quality facilities, and proven profitability make this a compelling acquisition for anyone looking to own and operate a successful deli business in Halifax.