A POPULAR Somerset fish and chip shop is up for sale – after being operated by the same couple for 20 years who wish to retire.

Alcombe Fish Bar, in Brook Street in the Minehead suburb, has been listed for sale as a going concern and is being marketed by Webbers, with an asking price of £280,000.

As well as the takeaway premises, the property also features a two-bedroom ground-floor apartment.

“The shop enjoys regular trade from loyal local customers as well as seasonal visitors, including tourists staying at nearby caravan parks, campsites, and Butlins Holiday Park,” the listing said.

“Minehead itself is known as the Western Gateway to Exmoor National Park and boasts a scenic seafront promenade, beaches, harbour, central park, and a vibrant mix of independent retailers, pubs, and restaurants.”

The chippy is set in a “charming Grade II-Listed building”, the listing said, offering “characterful accommodation”.

“The shop features a central servery counter with frying range, flanked by an office on one side and a potato/preparation room on the other,” it went on.

“To the rear, there is a small yard with a store shed and a lean-to staff cloakroom.”

The agent said the business had “provided the current owners with a reliable income and excellent lifestyle”.

It is currently operated by a couple, with part-time staff, open five days a week (11.30am–1.30pm and 5pm–8.30pm), closing annually for a month in January.

“Offered as a going concern, the sale includes a fully equipped premises with a gas-fired Kiremko frying range,” the listing added.

On the Alcombe Fish Bar website, the owners said they were looking to “sit back, relax and retire” after 25 years in the trade.

“This is a lovely shop with a good local trade and increased trade in the holiday season,” they said.

“There is a lot of potential for anyone looking to run their own business to increase the hours and offer online ordering and possibly deliveries.”

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