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Abercorn Business Successfully Sold Little Lobster Play Centre , Maximum Price Achieved !
Added on : 2026-02-13
Abercorn Business Successfully Sold Little Lobster Play Centre , Maximum Price Achieved !
From Fully Booked Play Centre to Successful Exit - Another Stress-Free Sale with Abercorn Business Sales
After 11 years in teaching, our client made a bold decision to change direction and build something of her own. Inspired by a concept she had seen in Wales, she launched a thriving soft play and role play centre for children aged 5 and under, complete with a busy café, structured play sessions, and a highly profitable children’s party offering.
The business quickly became a standout success.
Operating from a 5,000 sq ft facility, it delivered:
- Four fully booked play sessions daily
- Five children’s birthday parties every weekend
- Evening events including discos, crafts, and themed activities
- A café generating consistent secondary spend
With over 3,000 social media followers, glowing 5-star reviews, and a 4.7 Google rating, the business had built a powerful reputation driven almost entirely by word-of-mouth.
Despite its success, the owner was ready for a new chapter.
The Problem
Like many owner-managed business owners, she faced three critical concerns:
- Fear of upfront costs – Paying a business broker thousands of pounds with no guarantee of sale.
- Confidentiality risks – Staff, customers, and competitors discovering the sale
- Uncertainty around value – “What is my business actually worth?”
Additionally, a new competitor had recently opened nearby. While it hadn’t impacted trading, it created urgency to sell while performance remained at its peak.
She needed a safe, professional, and proven route to market.
The Solution: Abercorn’s Triple Guarantee
Abercorn Business Sales provided immediate clarity and confidence through its Triple Guarantee:
- No Upfront Fees – A completely risk-free engagement
- Free Professional Valuation – Accurate, evidence-based pricing strategy
- Confidential Sales Process – Total discretion from start to finish
This removed all hesitation. The seller could proceed knowing:
- There was zero financial risk
- Her business would be positioned correctly
- The sale would remain strictly confidential
The Process
Our structured, proven sales process ensured momentum and control throughout:
1. Valuation & Positioning
The team at Abercorn Business Sales conducted a detailed review of financials, operations, and market demand.
The business was positioned as:
- A fully booked, profitable operation
- A highly transferable model
- A reputation-driven brand with loyal customers
2. Confidential Marketing
The marketing team at Abercorn Business Sales commenced a targeted marketing campaign which was launched to qualified buyers only.
No public exposure. No disruption to staff or customers.
3. Buyer Vetting
We screened all enquiries rigorously, ensuring only serious, financially capable buyers progressed.
4. Negotiation
Multiple interested parties created competitive tension, allowing us to:
- Maximise value
- Structure favourable terms
- Protect our clients (the seller’s) interests
5. Completion
We managed the process through to completion, liaising with professionals and ensuring a smooth handover.
The Results
- Multiple qualified buyers secured
- Strong offers received within weeks
- Sale agreed at an excellent market price
- Completion achieved within a structured timeframe
- 100% confidentiality maintained throughout
The business transferred seamlessly to the new owner, with systems, staff, and customer loyalty ensuring continuity from day one.
This successful transaction highlights Abercorn’s expertise in selling established owner-managed businesses and delivering positive outcomes for both sellers and buyers.
If you are considering selling your business, Abercorn Business Brokers offers confidential sales, free business valuations, and no upfront fees, Just Call 0800 246 1313
