The Pasty Emporium, a pasty shop located near Bristol Temple Meads station, has been placed on the market for £175,000 after operating for 22 years. The business, situated in railway arches on Oxford Street, opened in 2004 and has been a staple in the area ever since.
Owner Retires After Two Decades
Owner Jonathan Pearce is reportedly looking to retire, prompting the sale. The leasehold asking price is £175,000, with an annual rent of £25,200 including VAT. The shop offers a variety of hot and cold Cornish pasties, hand-crimped in Cornwall and baked in Bristol, along with pies, paninis, sandwiches, snacks, fresh coffee, teas, and cold drinks.
Pearce commented: “It has been an amazing 22 years running The Pasty Emporium, being able to work sociable hours in a central Bristol location. I have made many friends with many customers during my time here, however, the time has now come to retire.”
Sale Managed by Christie & Co
Specialist property advisory firm Christie & Co has been instructed to market the shop. Matthew McFarlane, senior business agent – retail and leisure at Christie & Co, who is managing the sale, stated: “It is a pleasure to have been trusted by Jonathan to look after the sale of his business, which he has nurtured since its conception. This is a thriving business with consistent trade and profitability, making an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to get into the industry or wanting to grow their current portfolio.”
Pedestrianisation Campaign
The sale comes a month after hundreds of people signed a petition calling for the pedestrianisation of the railway arches along Oxford Street. The location is popular for after-work drinks, but the pavement is narrow and often obstructed by parked cars and vans, while the road is wide but sees little traffic. A growing movement is pushing for the transformation of that stretch into a “vibrant, people-friendly high street.”
