Iconic Fishery and Livery Business for Sale at the Angel of the North

  Close to the iconic Angel of the North, a unique opportunity has arisen to purchase a thriving coarse fishing and livery business with three fishing lakes, 38 livery stables, retail unit and a residential dwelling.  All with great scope for further growth.

The Angel of the North Fishing Lakes and Livery business, a thriving country pursuits business and property, and been brought to the market by H&H Land & Estates, and offers a combination of an established track record of success and significant further development potential. 

Situated just off the A1, and within easy access of Newcastle, Gateshead, Durham and Washington, its location is a magnet for attracting further business from these busy conurbations.

This unique property, forming a 51-acre site, includes two well-established businesses, comprising; three separate coarse fishing lakes; associated tackle & supplies retail unit with staff accommodation above; a livery business with stabling for 38 horses/ponies; an all-weather arena; and nearly 34 acres of grass paddocks.

The Angel of the North Fishing Lakes and Livery is For Sale as a Whole by Private Treaty complete with retail stock, equipment and furniture, through the Durham Office of H&H Land & Estates, at a Guide Price of £2,000,000.

“In launching The Angel of the North Fishing Lakes and Liveries onto the market, what we are providing is a remarkable opportunity for the right buyer to acquire a substantial, established and successful country pursuits business property,” says Robert Jauneika, Associate Director and Chartered Surveyor at H&H Land & Estates.  “The property has so much to offer, including enormous potential for both aspects of the business to be taken to the next level, and the location could not be more ideally placed to tap into the huge markets right on the doorstep. To fully appreciate all the property has to offer we highly recommend viewing the drone video on our website and making an appointment to view the property in-person at the earliest opportunity. This really is a unique all-in-one ‘business meets pleasure’ offering to the market.”

Established in 2004 and stocked with a range of Silver and Carp fish species, the coarse fishing business now includes three separate lakes with approximately 6 acres of water in total, surrounded by picturesque grassland and woodland, car parking and useful buildings covering a total area of 15.27 acres. The buildings include the retail unit and staff accommodation and a substantial steel portal frame barn with roller shutter door and electricity supply, currently used for general purpose storage.

The fishing lakes, known as Lookout Lake, Bowes Lake, and Bassetts Lake, include two island features and a non-fishing sanctuary, and together provide a total of 105 fishing pegs. Competition fishing events are regularly run from the site, attracting competitors from across the country.

Privately located in the heart of the property is a beautifully appointed three-bedroom bungalow with a double garage. Close to the bungalow, the retail unit serves as a reception for the fishing lakes and the livery business, currently retailing a wide range of fishing equipment, bait, and refreshments.  Additional accommodation includes a one-bedroom flat, currently used by a member of staff.

The 51-acre site is accessed by electric gates on to the main road, with CCTV coverage throughout. The property is for sale as a whole, and the sellers wish to include all stock, fixtures and fittings. The sale also includes a range of equipment to assist in the running of the businesses, including a Kubota grass mower with front loading shovel and a Honda quad bike with trailer. The business employs one full-time manager and one casual staff member, and it is expected that these employees would transfer with the business.

Further details of the property can be found on the H&H Land & Estates website by clicking here 

For full particulars or to arrange a viewing strictly by appointment, please contact H&H Land & Estates on 0191 370 830.