Pharmall Country Store, a long-standing family-run pet food supply business in Harrogate, has been put up for sale as the owner plans for retirement.
Located on Moorlands Farm since 2000, is positioned at one of the busiest junctions on the outskirts of Harrogate, benefitting from significant local and passing trade.
Additionally, the business is adjacent to a large residential development area offering substantial potential for increased local sales.
Originally rooted in the farm supply industry, the business has evolved under the second generation of ownership into a more consumer-focused enterprise, offering a variety of pet food and accessories, wild bird food, equine feed and bedding, smallholder supplies, and veterinary and farm products. The business also offers a delivery service, both locally via its own vans, and nationally through couriers.
Pharmall is currently owned by Robert Harper and family. Robin is now selling the business as he plans to retire. The sale is being marketed by specialist business property adviser Christie & Co.
Robert Harper said: “After 34 wonderful years running Pharmall Ltd – the family business – I have decided to sell up. This decision has been incredibly tough to make, the staff I’ve employed over the years and the wonderful customers have made coming to work a pleasure. However, due to the recent passing of my father who established the business 40 years ago, I feel the time is right to step back to enjoy retirement with my wife whilst we are both still in good health.
“It has been an incredible journey, and I am immensely proud of what we have achieved. I am confident that a new buyer will bring fresh energy and ideas to take the business forward, and continue to serve our loyal customers with the same dedication and passion.”
Business agent Steve Riley, who is handling the sale at Christie & Co, commented: “This is an exceptional opportunity for a new owner to acquire this well-regarded, family-run business in the bustling town of Harrogate. The business enjoys a brilliant reputation and is heavily relied upon by locals due to its needs-based nature, and it offers an ideal platform for an existing operator to take the business forward and build upon the excellent current trading position.”
According to the details of the sale on Christie & Co’s website https://www.christie.com/5417042/, the business:
- Turns over YE 30 June 2024: £1,107,939
- Well respected family run pet food supplier
- Located in a busy affluent town
- Excellent scope to increase turnover
- Strong ties with local community repeat trade
- Excellent reputation with strong customer base.
