Reference: CMP00009

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How Stean Gorge specialises in outdoor pursuits, group activities, team-building days and is a visitor attraction. With so much on offer in one place, How Stean has gained a reputation for being one of the best places to visit in Yorkshire and benefits from a front page ranking on Google as well as a successful online booking system.

The business thrives from appealing to a range of clientele, including; businesses embarking on team-building challenges, stag and hen parties, family outings and school trips.

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How Stean Gorge is located in Upper Nidderdale within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The historic market towns of Harrogate and Ripon lie circa 22 miles and circa 17 miles to the south east.

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The main building on site is the licensed café & shop which is situated at the main entrance. Briefly comprising a small retail sales area, along with a spacious dining area with seating for circa 50 customers.

The restaurant benefits from a partial glass floor which looks down to the gorge below, a unique selling point which makes for a spectacular dining experience.

Ancillary areas include; a commercial grade catering kitchen, office, store room and customer toilets.

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The majority of the fixtures and fittings are owned outright and will be included in the sale, subject to an inventory.

We are advised that the trade fixtures and fittings are substantially free from loan, lease or hire purchase agreement.

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Affectionately known as 'The Posh Tent'; The How Stean bunkhouse offers basic sleeping accommodation for up to 16 people in two adjoining rooms.

The site is also licensed for 26 camping pitches. The whole site extends to approximately 4.5 acres. The site benefits from five customer hot showers and toilets in male and female changing rooms, as well as ample storage facilities for activity equipment. There is also a staff static caravan on the site. The site now has planning permission for the introduction of seven, Swiss-style chalets, sleeping between 8-12 guests on a 12 month licence, with a view of introducing a further four in 10 years.

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The rateable value is £11,600 with effect from April 2017. Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the local authority. Presently holds a liquor licence and PSV Operator licence.

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Agent: Christie & Co, Leeds

 

12 Greek Street, Leeds, LS1 5RU

 

Price: £750,000

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