Ahoy there 'ye scallywags and sea dogs! Gather round and listen well, for I've got a tale of treasure 'ye won't want to miss - and it's all about a gorgeous gal called Sylvia. FC Sylvia to be right royal.
Young Sylvia for all you wise cracking buckaneers out there is better known as Skippers Fish & Chip Shop - ahhh yes. Skippers. The jewel in the crown along St Helens wharf, the pride of the local fleet and serving up the best and freshest fish and chips for plenty 'a year. Our crew here at Skippers have been dishin' up the finest catch of the seven seas with a reputation as big as Davy Jones' locker and a crew so loyal they make King Neptune himself sing shanties of joy.
But we tell you this tale of treasure because Sylvia and the Skippers crew are seekin' out a new captain. Someone to keep plying the trade on St Helens wharf. Captain Neets is hangin' up her hat after brining this vessel and crew to the supreme height of the seas - one of the most fancied ports of call for every visitor and local to St Helens. Ply the trade, live your life on the deck of the fair FC Sylvia and take over the accolades that have been earned by Skippers.
So me hearties, set yer course for this here fish and chip punt and let the flavours of the briny deep take ye on a voyage of a lifetime - as the owner of the FC Syvlia and her namesake business Skippers. Arrr ye won't be disappointed my friend, with an outstanding crew and a custom built vessel - the treasure is yours for the taking.
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Yes, the famous Skippers Fish & Chip Shop is for sale - vessel and all! Absolutely one of the finest commercial punts in operation, the vessel was custom built in 2018 and the business keeps growing from strength to strength. And with St Helens, and the entire east coast, continuing to boom with tourism, the fish and chip world is your oyster! Of course, the vessel can be used for many purposes, so don't let us limit your imagination.
A Covid survivor, this business has show it's got the structure, support and repuation to be sensational - and now it's your turn to take over the helm and sail her through to even greater success.
For sale we have the combined package of the vessel (FC Sylvia) and the business (Skippers).
- ABSOLUTE prime location on St Helens wharf which is usually the first stop for most tourists coming in to St Helens
- Experienced crew who are willing to stay on under a new captain
- Custom designed vessel and layout to suit trade
- Vessel and most equipment near new and in very good condition
- Unique and currently the only floating commercial punt allowed in the region
- Very well maintained equipment and systems
- Best view from your office!
The punt is positioned on a crown lease at St Helens wharf and this lease will be transferred to the new owner.
VESSEL: 5 year old custom built aluminium 6 pod based punt with 10 year anode system. Built to AMSA regulations as assessed by Kedge. All plant and equipment will be included in the sale (excluding one glass display case and contents)
TURN OVER: Let's be fair, Covid hit as soon as FC Sylvia was launched! But even with these obstacles, the Skippers crew have excelled with turn over exceeding $750,000 year on year - and that's not operating at capacity with the crew currently working 5 lunches and 2 dinners per week. You do the sums - you work it 7 days a week and that turn over will be monumental. The business is well supported during the winter months with a strong local following and of course is at capacity in the lucrative summer months.
As you can see, the vessel is in exceptional condition both inside and out and the pristine commercial kitchen is evidence of the high standards that the crew and current owners work to. This high level of workmanship is key to their success and the business being in exceptional shape - and the Vendor is willing to work with you as a new owner to facilitate a smooth transfer of ownership.
PLANT AND EQUIPMENT: All near new and in top condition. 3 phase deep fryers, cool room, induction plates, and grillers are just some of the top quality plant in place. There has been no expense spared in ensuring that the business functions at it's best whilst ensuring waste and oils are handled without any impact on the marine environment. Equipment sold with the business include the pager buzzer system, POS, scales, shelving and so much more.
The terms of sale are exceptional. The lease is nominal and the reputation of this business is unrivalled.
This is the opportunity you have been waiting for. It's turn key and walk in walk out - all the work is done simply buy yourself a buckaneers hat and the deal can be done!
Confidential enquiries can be made to Heidi Howe and her team at Harcourts St Helens. Financial and lease details will be available upon completion of confidentiality disclosure agreement. Inspection of the business and vessel is available 7 days a week outside of trading hours.
Go on, do it!
**Harcourts St Helens has no reason to doubt the accuracy of the information in this document which has been sourced from means which are considered reliable, however we cannot guarantee accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
