Charles Darrow have helped accelerate the growth of Central Convenience Stores in Exeter by orchestrating the opening of two new shops.
The West Country commercial property specialists were tasked by Central Convenience Stores commercial director Tony Start to find more businesses in the area for the business to expand.
Sylvania Stores, Exeter, was sold by Mills & Sons of Clyst St Mary, while Matford Service Station, Exminster was sold on behalf of the Eveleigh family, who previously owned a number of garages across Exeter.
The Matford Petrol Filling Station business was the subject of an intense bidding war having been set an initial guide price of £1.5million.
It represents the 84th and 85th branches launched by Central Convenience Stores, which stock a wide range of products while offering the ultimate in convenience shopping.
The company, which is Britain’s fastest growing convenience store chain, are seeking to add even more stores to their portfolio and Charles Darrow are assisting them in their search.
Charles Darrow director Paul Heather said: “Central Convenience Stores is aiming to increase their presence in the south west and we are delighted to be helping them to achieve their vision.
“The chain is going from strength to strength and we have the expertise to help them find the type of premises which suits their plans and ambitions.”
Central Convenience Stores commercial director Tony Start added: “We are delighted to be adding more stores to our growing portfolio in Exeter.
“Our aim is to develop stores very much with the community needs in mind and that’s exactly what we’re doing with our new branches in Devon
“We have established a really positive relationship with Charles Darrow in helping us to find the right stores, which we can tailor towards our business needs.”
With extended opening hours during its seven day a week operation, Central offers the best national brands alongside locally-sourced products to suit the individual store location and customer needs.
