Successful Sales by Ashley Tate Business Brokers

Listed below are examples of some of the many businesses transactions successfully completed by the directors and staff at Ashley Tate Ltd together with comments made by some of our clients and buyers that demonstrates the level of commitment, delivery and service provided.

Bodham Post Office & Stores

"From the first moment I talked with Ashley Tate I trusted them implicitly. Whenever I got to the end of my tether, they were always there to calm and reassure me, and what they said would happen did happen!"

Carole Forth, Vendor

HRH Nursery, Hemingford

"Very many thanks for your professional and helpful approach to the sale of the nursery. I am sure that we would have not complete the sale without your diligent and meticulous handling of the many and varied problems we encountered during the process."

David Perrott, Vendor

Peterstow Stores & Post Office

"Thank you so much for all your efforts in these difficult times. I feel that you have really had to go the extra mile to complete this deal and whilst you were my agents I was impressed with your experience, knowledge and durability. I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone in the future as your professionalism is beyond question."

Mr Colin Barry, Vendor

The Lemon Tree, Stratford-Upon-Avon

"You have been more than attentive and were excellent sifting through applicants and keeping me completely informed throughout the whole process. Ultimately, when a buyer was found you were first class and even recommended an excellent solicitor."

Derek Pearson, Vendor

The Crown Bookshop

"You were all so very friendly and helpful, we really felt that you were working for us and we weren't just a number. We are very happy to recommend you to anybody wanting to sell their business and wouldn’t hesitate to use you again in the future."

Roger Eames, Vendor

Barrow Upon Soar Post Office

"I received an excellent service from a very efficient, friendly team. The sale was completed within four months. I have already recommended Ashley Tate to another business."

Mrs D. Patel, Vendor

Emsley Guest House, Stratford-upon-Avon

"Ashley Tate provided an excellent service at all times and despite a very challenging market, found for us a first class buyer. The team at Ashley Tate were always available throughout the sales process to provide support and advice. We are very happy to recommend Ashley Tate to anybody wishing to sell their business and property."

Keith Barber, Vendor

S.A.S. (Safe & Secure) Limited

"John, Liz and the team at Ashley Tate were exceptionally professional at all times, providing regular updates and a level of genuine commitment seldom experienced these days. Dealing with a company with an extensive range of skills that reflect their 20+ years experience of business sales, gives both seller and buyer confidence that they are in reliable safe hands. They sold our business for us in a speedy and most diligent manner".

Jim Francis, Vendor

Shareshill Post Office

"I have dealt with Kevin Wetherly before and didn’t hesitate to speak to Ashley Tate when I wanted to put the Post Office on the market. An excellent service, I wouldn’t hesitate to use Ashley Tate again in the future."

Phil Paddock, Vendor

Steve Tomlin & Nicky Oliver Hairdressers

"I am happy to recommend the services of Ashley Tate to anybody wishing to sell their business, a first class service from inception to completion. The friendly team at Ashley Tate looked after us well and were always available to give ongoing help and advice."

Steve Tomlin, Vendor

Sandy Post Office

"I would like to thank the team at Ashley Tate for all your hard work in selling my Post Office. I would recommend that anyone looking for an agent to sell their Post Office should choose Ashley Tate for a professional and dedicated service. Many thanks."

Nick Hayes, Vendor

Clare Post Office, Suffolk

"Many thanks, it took much longer than we expected but we got there in the end."

Brian Butcher, Vendor

Gotherington Village Stores

"Many thanks, I’ve already recommended you to two other businesses, I hope you’ve been paid as you were worth every penny on this one. Please come and see us at our new business and when it’s time to sell that you can rest assured we’ll be calling Ashley Tate."

Stephen Cross, Vendor

Ace Games & Puzzles

"Just a quick line to thank you for your excellent service during the sale of my business. Several potential buyers were found very quickly and I was kept informed of progress all the way through the negotiations and the sale process. A very professional and friendly service by all concerned. I certainly won’t hesitate to recommend Ashley Tate."

Nigel Gregory, Vendor

Barby Village Stores & Post Office

"The staff at Ashley Tate kept in touch and updated me regularly throughout the sale process. They were very diligent in working to get the best deal and were always available to give me advice."

Philip Shipley, Vendor

Little Acorns Childrens Day Nursery

"Throughout the transaction the team at Ashley Tate Ltd were a great comfort to us and were always available to give advice and to ensure that our sale was progressing to target. For us this was the first time we had sold a business as such it was important to have an experienced agent acting on our behalf who was able to support our sale, particularly when dealing with the Ofsted registration process. A great team we would recommend them to anybody looking to sell their childrens nursery business."

Jacky Kentish, Vendor

Lilliput Village Day Nursery, Essex

"Ashley Tate Ltd provided me with a superb, quick and reliable service which I couldn’t fault. All their staff were very professional and always ready to help with any problems. I put my business on the market with them at the right price in May this year, received an offer very quickly at the asking price and it completed within two months."

Gerald Trew, Vendor

Spar Stores, Wiltshire

"The team at Ashley Tate Limited were always courteous, professional and remained objective throughout. I was kept in the picture and John was very informative, not on just the sale of the business but on many matters and gave me an honest opinion at all times."

Paul O’Brien, Vendor

Fairhaven Wholefoods Ltd, Hertfordshire

"Wendy and I would like to thank all of the team for your care, concern and concentrated hard work in looking after us throughout the process of selling our shares in the company. One can’t say it’s an easy experience selling one’s business in the current climate, but you have made it sympathetically humane and human for us."

Robin Sternberg, Vendor

Taste Buds, Hertfordshire

"Having bought once and sold twice through John Anderson at Ashley Tate, I have no hesitation in recommending John to anybody who is looking to sell their business. The team at Ashley Tate were helpful and polite to deal with at all times and always happy to give me advice or point me in the right direction throughout the sale process."

Nicola Mason, Vendor

Skippers, Harwich, Essex

"I was very happy with the service provided by Ashley Tate; there were no problems and the deal went through without any hassle. I am now looking forward to my holiday!"

Geoff Dale, Vendor

Salt 'N' Vinegar, Nottingham

"After achieving the asking price in a tough market, I would recommend Ashley Tate to anyone thinking of selling their shop; a personal service from nice people, thank you."

Mr Gregoriou, Vendor

Dreams Coffee Lounge, Northampton

After receiving offers from two interested parties, the sale was agreed at above the asking price and was successfully carried to completion by Ashley Tate personnel.

The Old Sun, Ampthill

"Ashley Tate provided me with a very personal service from start to finish with regular updates on how the sale of the business was progressing. The staff at Ashley Tate always acted in a friendly, courteous and supportive manner and I will not hesitate in returning to Ashley Tate when I am ready to buy a business in the future".

Ian Simpson, Vendor

Snack Shack, Hemel Hempstead

"In February this year I decided to sell my sandwich bar in Hemel Hempstead and I had no idea how to market it or what to do. I had kept what I would call fliers and junk mail for the last few weeks and particularly noted the information from a certain Liz Burman at Ashley Tate Ltd. I arranged for John to come and look at my premises with a view to valuing and marketing the business. This happened and I was happy with the valuation so proceeded by letting Ashley Tate have my business. Let me tell you, what a pleasure it was when Jay got his teeth into this as the business went under offer after just three viewings and three weeks later for almost the asking price. With some minor local authority and solicitor hiccups along the way we completed three months later. A CLASS ACT is what I would call these guys and I would recommend them to anyone looking to sell their business instead of the many internet advertising sharks who want upfront fees. No money was spent until I had completed and walked away from my business".

James Cutts, Vendor

Jacana Produce Limited

Ashley Tate Limited acted in the successful sale of the 100% shareholding in this highly profitable company specialising in the import and sale of fresh fruit and vegetables into the food service companies, wholesalers, processors and supermarket packers.

Annual sales exceeded £3,800,000 resulting in substantial net profits.

Marketing was conducted in a manner in order not to disrupt the day to day running of the business and relationships with staff, customers and suppliers.

The full asking price was achieved with a tax efficient sale structure maximising our client’s position.

"Thank you very much for all your professional guidance and patience provided to me during the sale of my business"

Simon Smith – Vendor

Steeple Aston Post Office

"You delivered the asking price and before the adverse tax deadline – brilliant! If we ever need to sell a business again, we will come to you"

David Peace, Vendor

Cascade Events Limited

"A smooth transaction in a tough market but a personal and efficient service all round from Ashley Tate to get the buyers across the line. I would recommend them to anyone considering selling their business".

Paul Worthington, Director

Gilmorton Village Stores & Post Office

Even during the current network changes within the Post Office sector, the sale went through smoothly and within the allotted time frame. The business was purchased by a local buyer who is enjoying success with his acquisition.

Spooners Restaurant, Woburn Sands

I would like to express my considerable thanks and relief. However, what became very clear from day one was the enormous care and professional teamwork that was at work on my behalf from John, Liz and Jay. Many thanks for an almost seemless journey.

Martin Spooner, Owner

Smiffys Chippie, West Midlands

Trading since the early 1900’s. Situated within a large residential area with further development planned. Two adjacent terraced properties. Only open 23 hours, declared weekly sales £1,000 to £1,200.

The business was on the market with other agents with no success. When put on the market with Ashley Tate Limited it entered into a contract race with a premium being paid by the successful bidder.

Spar, Yeovil

A well deserved retirement for the previous owners after another successful completion through Ashley Tate.

Robert Goddard Clothing, Cambridgeshire

The sale was agreed for the two freehold properties and completion took place in under eight weeks. Mr Goddard was "thrilled with the time, commitment and absolute professionalism that Ashley Tate provided throughout the sale process".

Barry Bridges News, Norwich

Ashley Tate were efficient, helpful and discussed any worries I had with me along the way. From date of viewing to completion was only three months which was unbelievable. I couldn’t fault their service.

Megan Bridges, Owner

The Barista Sisters, Leighton Buzzard

You were excellent to do business with, we are very happy with the final outcome. Will let you know when the baby arrives.

Simone & Katy Aylward

Saxilby Post Office & Stores

"Thank you and your team for your excellent service whilst selling our Post Office, everything went like clockwork with the agreed completion timetable being met. We cannot speak highly enough of the service provided and would certainly recommend your company to anybody looking to sell their business".

Ray Scott, Owner

The Boulangerie, Ipswich

"We have tried other agents in the past and no other agents were as professional and eager to sell. The staff at Ashley Tate gave an excellent service and I have no hesitation in highly recommending them to anybody who wants to sell their business".

Richard Pound, Owner

The Manor House Hotel & Restaurant

"Everything has been absolutely perfect, we couldn’t have asked for a better agent."

Mr Alan Pickering, Owner

Cyvic Cleaners, Buckinghamshire

"Thank you for all your efforts in the sale of Cyvic Cleaners. We would confidently recommend your company’s services to anyone seriously considering the sale of their business".

Chris Bruton & Eddie King, Owners

Crustys, Northamptonshire

"All of you at Ashley Tate handled the sale very professionally and you were always there when we needed you. Thank you for all your help and guidance".

Chris Cooper, Owner

Bensons Restaurant, Stratford-Upon-Avon

"Thank you for everything you have done – you have gone over and above all my expectations. I am so grateful for all your hard work and even my solicitor remarked on how impressed she was with the staff at Ashley Tate. I will definitely be asking you to sell my other business for me in the future".

Peter Halford, Owner

CJ’s Sandwich Bar, Bedford

Cheryl Ashlee purchased the above business via one of Ashley Tate’s directors approximately five years ago. Following an unsuccessful period on the market with another agent and subsequently paying abortive fees, Cheryl again contacted Ashley Tate who has just sold the business with a viewing to completion time of only 9 weeks.

This is Bedders, Birmingham

"We were 100% satisfied with the team at Ashley Tate who looked after us from start to finish. You were all so understanding and your attention to detail kept the deal together throughout. I have no hesitation in recommending Ashley Tate to anybody who is looking to sell their fish and chip shop".

Martin Bedder, Owner

Pips Cafe, Marlow

"Thanks for all the help and guidance you gave us when purchasing the cafe. At the beginning you recommended a great broker for our finance, in the middle when we realised our solicitor was incompetent you put us in touch with an exceptionally good one and towards the end you helped us hang in there when we were finding things frustrating. An extremely professional outfit who find time to be helpful, caring and friendly – you are a rarity! John, I would recommend you to anyone buying or selling a business – you instil confidence and trust. Liz – thank you for “holding my hand” over the phone with your regular update calls. Looking forward to seeing you both at the “under new management party".

Carol Watson, Purchaser

Great Clacton Hall

"Brilliant, absolutely brilliant, we can’t praise you enough for all your help and hard work. We talked to other agents but liked the sound of Ashley Tate’s approach and have no regrets whatsoever in making that decision - you have been fantastic, thank you."

Barry & Joan Tiney, Owners

San Jacques, Halesowen

"Brilliant, first class service – I can’t thank you enough"

Mike Douch, Owner

"I have dealt with a number of agents before but you found exactly the right balance and have been fantastic, thank you for your help and patience".

Mario Antoniou, Purchaser

Mega Munch, Hertford

"Thank you all for everything you have done. I would absolutely, totally highly recommend you to anybody and have already done so. The service was excellent, I was kept informed at all stages and everybody was so friendly. John is so experienced and I trust him implicitly".

Paula Hilton, Owner

Rothwell Fish & Chips, Northamptonshire

"Ashley Tate gave me a first class service from start to finish with lots of guidance and regular updates. I would highly recommend Ashley Tate to anybody selling their business and would not hesitate to use them again in the future".

George Marshall-Dean, Owner

Carlton Post Office & Store, Bedfordshire

"Thank you so much for all your efforts on our behalf. I know this has been the hardest, longest, most frustrating sale ever but we got there in the end".

John Economides, Owner

Loveys Lodge, Bedford

'It was my baby, so there were times when I wondered if I was doing the right thing. I was surprised by the number of potential buyers and how quickly they emerged but then frustrated by the processes involved with the bank and CSCI. But we go there in the end.'

Joan Facey, Owner

Sarnies, Somerset

"I was delighted with the professional and friendly way that the sale was handled and am already enjoying my newly found free time with the family".

Ann Garside, Owner

Buttys, Hertfordshire

"Jeff’s now employed, and I can concentrate on the other business. Thanks for all your help; I’ll be back to you in the future if I decide to sell the other shop."

Nicola Mason, Owner

Great Elms Fish & Chips, Hemel Hempstead

"With the sale of Great Elms completed we can now look forward to our retirement and our planned touring holiday with my sister from Hong Kong. We hope to visit Europe, the States, Canada, China & Hong Kong. Thank you all for the excellent service you provided to make this happen for us".

Mr & Mrs Lai, Owners

Select Catering, Buckinghamshire

"I’m very grateful. Thanks a lot. The solicitor you recommended was excellent. It’s strange working in the business rather than running it, but I’m adjusting".

Rob Coates, Owner

Lavenham Post Office, Suffolk

"You kept in touch regularly, which was so different to the other agent. And you sold the business, without fuss, on time, and everything was as you predicted".

Alan Shelton, Owner

Catac Products Ltd, Bedford

Light manufacture and distribution of pet products.

"Thanks a lot, it wasn’t easy – especially given the delays caused by the solicitors. But we got there in the end. We’re glad you proved our accountant wrong – he said the business sold"

David and Angie Tatum-Hume, Directors

Tumfills

Lakenheath, Suffolk

"I would like to thank you sincerely for your hard work and continued effort throughout the course of this sale".

Diana Scarff, Owner

Milton Keynes Snooker Centre

"I still can’t believe it has actually happened. I don’t know where to begin to thank you for all your patience and understanding".

David Miller, Owner

Country Desks

Berkhamsted, Herts

"Just a note to thank you for all your effort in securing the sale of our business. The time and effort you put into this is much appreciated and without your advice and persistence I am sure it would have been lost."

Neil Levitt, Owner

Laughterton Post Office & Stores

Lincolnshire

"Having been on the market with another agent without any interest I called in Ashley Tate. Their advice was invaluable – leading to the successful sale of my Post Office. Nice friendly people to deal with – I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to anybody looking to sell their business".

Nigel Sinclair, Owner

Fishers Woodley

Reading, Berkshire

"Excellent service, constant communication ensuring everything ran so smoothly from start to finish. I would recommend Ashley Tate to anybody selling their fish and chip business and would not hesitate to use them again in the future."

Austen Kiely, Owner

Residential Care Home

Suffolk

Registered for the care of up to twenty eight residents accommodated in twenty four bedrooms. Confidential disposal on behalf of private limited company operator.

Sold at the asking price

Pauls Fish and Chips

High Wycombe, Bucks

"Thank you all at Ashley Tate – firstly for obtaining an offer of 98% of the asking price – in just three weeks – and then for taking the sale through to a satisfactory conclusion. I would also add that you did, at all times, show a degree of care and personal attention that is second to none".

Paul Dixon, Owner

Mace Convenience Store

Orpington, Kent

'As you know we spent a year with an alleged buyer who turned out to be a complete waste of time and all we ended up with was a solicitor’s bill. You were fantastic - not only did you find us a buyer who has completed on schedule at the agreed price but you found several buyers – one of who actually offered more than the asking price. Many thanks, we’ve already recommended you to a nearby business'.

Peter and Nick Bartle, Owners

Seaview Restaurant

Bacton, Norfolk

"Carol and I have got a smile on our face for the first time in months. I would recommend Ashley Tate to anyone selling their business. We were on the market with another agent first and that was all we got – it was just on the market. You gave us great advice, kept us informed, you found buyers and there wasn’t a problem that you didn’t have the answer to. We’re very grateful"

Peter Loader, Owner

Montessori Nursery School

Gloucestershire

Registered with Ofsted for the care of up to ninety four children plus after school provision for sixteen children. Effectively staff run with fees in excess of £360,000. Excellent qualified staffing group in place.

"Having previously sold our first business through you, we naturally approached you to sell our nursery when we wished to retire. David and I were very impressed with the professional manner in which you dealt with our sale, thank you for everything"

Established Guest House

Warwickshire Tourist Town

Prime tourist town convenient for all town centre amenities, shops, restaurants etc. Seven letting rooms accommodating up to seventeen guests – all bedrooms presented to a high standard, four with en-suite facilities. Owner’s private accommodation suite comprising lounge/diner, double bedroom and luxury fitted bathroom, shared use of guest house kitchen. Excellent repeat b&b trade, with declared receipts of £49,000 per annum.

Irchester Post Office

Northamptonshire

"I would recommend anybody serious about selling their Post Office and/or retail business to contact Ashley Tate; nothing was too much trouble with a friendly, efficient service from start to finish. They really understand the Post Office market".

Mohammed Shah

Relocatable Mail Order Business

UK

Assets and trade sale of a limited company specialising in the mail order sales of health related products to the occupational therapists and corporate clients. Sale included valuable customer base of some 2500 customers inclusive of blue chip companies. Accounts show annual turnover c£190,000, with a gross profit of c£100,000.

Sold at the asking price.

O’Neills Fish & Chips

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

'I am very pleased that the sale went through in the timescale required and I would not hesitate to recommend Ashley Tate to anyone seeking a personal and professional service'

Peter O’Neill

Ann’s Pantry

Sandy, Beds

'We were on the market with other agents and got nowhere. Within weeks of instructing Ashley Tate we had a choice of buyers'

Peter and Caroline Dark

Care Home

Dorset

Registered for up to twenty one residents in fifteen bedrooms. Victorian detached house, standing in well tended grounds. Further s/c apartment. Planning permission granted to build a self contained 20 bedroom care facility. Long established with a good mix of privately funded and authority funded residents.

Sold at the asking price.

"We approached you to sell our home, as it no longer met with our companies requirements; you secured a purchaser for us with the minimum of fuss, whilst ensuring that staff and resident relationships were not compromised by inappropriate marketing. We would recommend your services to anybody seriously looking to sell"

Londis Symbol Convenience Store

Northamptonshire

Londis symbol group convenience store with annual turnover of £1,200,000 and a gross profit of £209,000 (17% gross profit margin). Lottery agency held. Trading short hours 7.00 am until 6.00pm weekdays. Rent payable £17,700 per annum.

Confidential disposal – sold at the asking price.

Londis Store & Post Office

Markfield, Leicester

"Despite a difficult market, Ashley Tate delivered four offers of purchase which were put forward for interview by Post Office Limited, culminating in the sale to Nimesh. Nothing was too much trouble for Ashley Tate – they certainly deliver what they promise and as such I have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone looking to sell their business".

Narendra Karavadra, Owner

Blend

Market Harborough, Leicestershire

"To all the staff at Ashley Tate, a big thank you for all your efforts on our behalf. We particularly appreciate the regular contact and progress reports provided by your company - at last a professional agent that keeps it’s promises! David and Wendy (purchasers) are settling in well at blend and we are looking forward to concentrating on our other business interests; if you are ever in our neighbourhood please look us up"

Chris and Lisa Pruden, Owners

Mike Roberts Food Store

Coventry

"Having interviewed a number of agencies, I was impressed with the knowledge of the market and personal nature of the service offered by Ashley Tate Limited and accordingly instructed them in the sale of my company. The sale was achieved to schedule with the support of an Ashley Tate Limited Director available at all times ensuring a smooth transition. I cannot recommend them highly enough".

James Roberts, Vendor

Busy Bee Day Nursery

Derbyshire

"Ashley Tate provided me with a brilliant service from start to finish with regular contact and progress reports. I have dealt with the directors of Ashley Tate before and would not hesitate to use them again in the future".

Mr Nick Marples, Owner

Great Finborough Post Office

Suffolk

"I would like to thank the team at Ashley Tate for all their hard work and patience with the sale of my Post Office. Their personal, professional service is second to none and I cannot recommend them highly enough to anybody thinking about selling their Post Office".

Paul Marks, Owner

Marnhull Post Office & Stores

Dorset

On the market for nearly a year with another agent then sold by Ashley Tate for a near offer on the asking price. Mr Davis kindly commented "Thank you all at Ashley Tate for all your help and patience, we are now looking forward to a long awaited retirement".

Mr & Mrs Davis, Owners

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