Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of Clark’s Garage on Chigwell Road in Woodford Green.
Clark’s Garage occupies 300 Chigwell Road, comprising the petrol station, convenience store and MOT/workshop. The neighbouring site 302 Chigwell Road was also included in the sale.
Family-owned since 1956, the business has been run by Gary and Andrew for over 30 years and was sold due to retirement.
The site has been purchased by JP&S Services, who commented, “We are delighted to have acquired this exceptional forecourt, which holds a longstanding history in such a prominent and well-regarded location. It’s a privilege to take on a site that has clearly been a valued part of the local community for many years. The Clark family have for generations put their heart and soul into nurturing this business and serving the community.
“We’re looking forward to meeting the loyal customers and dedicated staff who have supported the business over time. Our team is excited to begin work on our redevelopment plans, which will focus on elevating the customer experience and ensuring the site continues to serve the community to the highest standard.”
Gary and Andrew commented, “First and foremost, we would like to express our heartfelt thanks to our loyal staff and customers who have supported us over the years, many of whom knew both our father and grandfather. It is with a heavy heart that we have made the decision to sell the forecourt, but we felt the time was right for someone new to breathe fresh life into the site.
“Thank you to Lewis Last who from start to finish went over and above to assist in our selling our company. He held our hands throughout the transaction along with our great team of solicitors and accountants.
“Finally, we wish the JP&S team every success in their new venture. We take great comfort in knowing the business is now in the hands of highly professional operators who genuinely care about the wellbeing of both staff and the local community.”
The sale was managed by Lewis Last, Associate Director at Christie & Co, who added, “It is an honour to have brokered the sale of Clark’s Garage, a forecourt that has remained in the same family for over 75 years across three generations. I would like to thank Gary and Andrew for entrusting us with the sale of such a high-value and deeply sentimental asset. The site attracted extremely high levels of interest, with over 100 initial enquiries received and two fully booked open days, resulting in multiple offers being received from a wide range of operators, both local and national.”
“I would also like to congratulate the JP&S team on their successful acquisition. Their vision to build upon the legacy of the Clark name, while enhancing the retail offering and customer experience for both loyal and new customers, is inspiring. I’m looking forward to seeing the site post-development, as the team has some exciting plans!”
