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Ipswich café near Portman Road up for sale

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Cool Beanz, a well-established coffee shop on Russell Road near Ipswich Crown Court, has been put on the market for £84,995 as the current owners are looking to pursue opportunities in different sectors.

The big picture: The café, established in 2013, serves a catchment of about 2,500 workers in the direct area. It offers a varied menu and provides external catering services.

Photo of Cool Beanz cafe
Cool Beanz is often used by Council workers as a meeting venueCoGoGo

Key details:

  • Located on Russell Road near Ipswich Crown Court

  • Established in 2013

  • Asking price of £84,995

  • Turnover of £212,000

Why it matters: The sale presents an opportunity for potential buyers to acquire a business with an established customer base and room for growth:

  • Introducing a full breakfast menu

  • Extending afternoon opening hours

  • Developing an online presence

Added benefits:

  • Premises used as a meeting room for council offices

  • Loyalty reward scheme for hot drinks

What they're saying: CoGoGo, the agency handling the sale, advises "early viewing to avoid disappointment."

The bottom line: While the business has shown year-on-year turnover growth, the current owners are selling to pursue opportunities in different sectors.

Calendar Club concludes 'successful' Christmas season in Ipswich

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Calendar Club has closed its pop-up store after a successful three-month stint on Tavern Street.

Calendar Club on Tavern Street, Ipswich
Calendar Club on Tavern Street, IpswichOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

The big picture: The national retailer's departure marks the end of its temporary trading period over the Christmas months. The store opened on 19 October 2024 in the former Body Shop premises, offering calendars, diaries and gifts throughout the festive period.

What they're saying: "We were pleased to be able to work with our client and Calendar Club to find a suitably prominent pop-up premises in the heart of the town centre," Penn Commercial said.

The property agents added they "look forward to working with the team again later this year."

The bottom line: The closure was part of Calendar Club's planned temporary trading strategy, which sees the retailer operate seasonal stores across the UK during Christmas months.

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