News 2010
Wadhurst Flowers Sold by GPS-Direct
We are delighted to announce the sale of Wadhurst Flowers. The new owners, Victoria and Roger Howells, took possession of this busy florists on 1 December.
Victoria is an experienced florists and we wish her and Roger the very best of success in their new business venture.
December 2010
Opening of GPS-Direct Bristol & Bath Office
We are pleased to welcome John and Amanda Willmott to GPS-Direct, who have opened a Bristol & Bath office.
John and Amanda both have extensive experience in both the hotel and care sectors, gained through both senior management positions in the corporate sector as well as their own investments.
We are looking forward to working with John and Amanda to fully utilise their considerable skills to best serve business owners in the Bristol and Bath area.
To discuss with John or Amanda about any aspect of buying or selling a business, please call them on 01225 571855 or email willmott@gps-direct.com .
November 2010
Sale of Lincoln's Patisserie
GPS-Direct are delighted to announce the sale of Lincoln's Patisserie, the local sandwich bar for our Eastbourne office.
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Lincoln's Patisserie
The new owner, Bill Oakdon, took the keys on 1st November and we wish Bill the very best of success in his new business ventures and previous owners, Sal and Pauline, all the best for the future (Roger and Karen will miss the banter!).
"We are impressed by GPS-Direct for the handling of the sale of our business, their professional business skill were second to none, especially in these uncertain times.
We would recommend GPS-Direct to anybody for the sale of their business."
Sal Sciancalepore - former owner of Lincoln's Patisserie
November 2010
Sale of Peter's Newsagents
We are pleased to announce the sale of Peter's News in Middleton-on-Sea. The new owners, Jill and Paul Hopper, took the keys on 28th October and are looking forward to their new venture in the newsagency trade.
This sale is one of a number currently under way, with a healthy interest from buyers in freehold newsagents and convenience store businesses.

Peter's News in Middleton-on-Sea
We wish Jill and Paul the very best of success in their new business venture and send out best wishes for the future to the previous owners of Peter's News, Ray and Beverely Hall.
October 2010
Lease Assigned on Former Spa Noele Premises
GPS-Direct are pleased to advise that the successful assignment of the lease on the former Spa Noele premises in Maldon, Essex took place this month. We wish Tonya Brown the very best of luck as she re-establishes the business on this site.
October 2010
The Sheldon Hotel in Eastbourne Sold by GPS-Direct
We are delighted to announce the sale of the Sheldon Hotel, formerly one of Eastbourne's finest privately owned and managed hotels.
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The Sheldon Hotel
The business, which ceased trading in Easter 2010, has been sold to Mr Simon Harris who is relocating to the UK having sold his previous overseas business.
We wish Simon the very best of luck in his new business venture.
August 2010
Sale of Blue Sky Effective Fitness
GPS-Direct are pleased to announce the sale of Blue Sky Effective Fitness in Haywards Heath. This fitness club has been purchased by Paul Lacey and we wish Paul the very best of success in his new venture.
"I had a good feeling about working with Roger from day 1. He was professional throughout, with no pushyness.
Our business sold for close to the agreed asking price and I can thoroughly recommend the services of GPS-Direct.com."
Brandon Harris - former owner of Blue Sky Effective Fitness
July 2010
Sale of the Albert & Victoria Guest House
GPS-Direct are delighted to announce the sale of the renowned 5* Albert & Victoria Guest House on behalf of clients Ian and Rita Brett.

The Albert & Victoria Guest House
The new owners, Keith Tingley and Ken Chisholm, took the keys on Wednesday 19 May and are looking forward to the new venture as Eastbourne's latest hoteliers.
We wish Keith and Ken the very best of success in their new business.
May 2010
New Addition to GPS-Direct Hants & Dorset Office
We are pleased to welcome Dipak Solanki to GPS-Direct, who will be joining our office in Bournemouth which covers Hampshire and Dorset.
Dipak has experience in both the retail and healthcare sectors and will provide additional strength to the growing business in this area.

Dipak Solanki
To discuss with Dipak about any aspect of buying or selling a business, please call him on 01202 313601 or emaildipak@gps-direct.com.
April 2010
Recent Sales
The Eastbourne office of GPS-Direct is pleased to announce the sale of two companies. Mimosa Coffee Shop in Midhurst has been purchased by Keiley Carver, in her first business venture.
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Mimosa in Midhurst Tyres Direct in Polegate
Tyres Direct on the Chaucer Industrial Estate in Polegate has been sold to Tony Ferrell, who has plenty of experience in the automotive industry. This is the second time GPS-Direct has sold this popular business.
We wish both Keiley and Tony the best of success with their new ventures.
April 2010
The Buenos Aires Guest House in Bexhill Sold by GPS-Direct
GPS-Direct are delighted to advise that the Buenos Aires Guest House in Bexhill has been sold to Rachel and Andrew Keevil. This is a new venture for Rachel and Andrew and we wish them the best of success in their new business.
Should you be interested in purchasing a guest house in Bexhill, we have a new instruction on a similar business in the area,Barrington Guest House (Ref: 30242).
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Barrington Guest House in Bexhill
If you require any further information about this business, please contact our East Sussex & Kent office on 01323 727271.
March 2010
Substantial Price Reduction on Casalingo Restaurant
There has been a substantial price reduction for the leasehold interest in Casalingo Restaurant in Brighton city centre, from £75,000 to £49,950.

Casalingo Restaurant in Brighton
This established Italian restaurant offers 52 covers in the well-appointed ground floor restaurant and the business benefits from a substantial turnover from evening only trading. In the same family ownership for nearly 20 years, the sale represents a unique opportunity.
For further information please followthis linkor contact our East Sussex & Kent office on 01323 727271.
January 2010
Chelsea Corner Sold by GPS-Direct
GPS-Direct are pleased to announce the sale of the restaurant/cafe/bar Chelsea Corner. This a rare freehold sale in the favoured Little Chelsea area of Eastbourne.
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The new owner, Nigel Grimwood, is an experienced caterer and entrepreneur and is planning a total refurbishment of the property. We wish Nigel the very best of success in his new business.
January 2010
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