Yahoo News You could own the Blackpool chippy regularly named as 'one of the best in the UK' - but it will cost you
One of the oldest fish and chip shops in Blackpool - and arguably the best - has been put on the market for close to £1million.
Yorkshire Fisheries, in Topping Street, is being marketed with a price of £924,950, which includes two self-contained flats above the takeaway. The National Federation of Fish Friers has previously named Yorkshire Fisheries among their list of nine top chippies in Lancashire which the chippy dating back to 1907 when it was opened by William Taylor.
The chippy is currently owned by Maria, the niece of George and Val Vasiliou who bought Yorkshire Fisheries in 1989 before they retired in 2005. Maria and her husband Pavlos have now put the takeaway on the market.
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The listing, by Alan J Picken estate agents, states: "Since acquiring the business our clients maintained their family's excellent quality and standards and have striven to serve the best fish and chips in the area and have won many awards.
"We trust the business will prove a resoundingly successful acquisition, especially for a dedicated, enthusiastic purchaser to continue to exploit the full potential and derive maximum profits.
"Over the years the business has attracted a very regular clientele from the area and surrounding conurbations.
"In fact, we understand that our client has an excellent online presence and visibility on social media especially on Youtube boasting in excess of 500,000 viewers which has significantly attracted a new customer base such as the impact of influencers.
"Sales have shown a marvellous trend and substantial profits are achieved. Since acquiring the business and property, our clients have spared neither time, effort nor expense transforming the premises to their high exacting standards with quality fixtures and equipment."
