Food and Beverage Franchise opportunities to start in Leeds

Leeds: A great location to start a business

Are you thinking about opening a franchise? Leeds, in the South East of England, could have a lot to offer. By becoming a franchisee, you could receive training and marketing support from an established brand while running your own business. Check out the brands currently recruiting in Maidstone. Explore our extensive possibilities in order to find the right brand for you, and you'll be one step closer to starting your own business.

Recent figures show that 170,000 people live in Maidstone. When broken down by age group, 40-59 year olds represent the largest portion of the population. With an average gross annual income of £30,359, salaries in Maidstone are in line with the average salary of £30,629 across the United Kingdom.

Franchising options in the Food and Beverage sector

Are you interested in the Food and Beverage sector? If so, there are 23 available franchises to choose from across the United Kingdom. Bear in mind that the potential for exciting business plans in the Food industry is not limited to the Food and Beverage sector. Other available investment opportunities include three Donut franchises, five Juice franchises, 15 Dessert franchises, 11 Sweets franchises and six Milkshake franchises. See if there's one to suit your career goals. Hospitality and Food Services is a well-established industry, providing employment for 5,000 people in Maidstone alone.

Three examples of available franchise business possibilities

The Food and Beverage sector offers a variety of brands to choose from, including Bagel Corner. By joining its 30 franchises already in operation, you could contribute to this company's expansion. A small premises will be required to operate this business.

Another option worth considering is Baguette Express, a brand that has been in business since 1999. Baguette Express has proved itself to be a successful business and leader in the field in its 21 years since opening. This brand is expanding, counting 38 locations in the UK. In order to start a Baguette Express business, an initial investment of £60,000 is required. If you plan on getting a loan to cover the startup costs, you will generally need to cover 30 to 50% of the total investment yourself. Baguette Express asks for a personal investment of at least £30,000. It is thus less appropriate for new investors. If you make the decision to invest in this franchise, financial aid is available, providing you meet the eligibility criteria.

Finally, have a look at Crêpeaffaire, another attractive Food and Beverage franchise. The brand is growing, with 24 outlets currently in operation, and a desire to expand further. Opening a Crêpeaffaire business requires a substantial initial investment of £200,000. At least £130,000 should come from your own personal investment. Due to the higher startup costs, this option is not recommended for first-time franchisees. A large premises will also be required to operate this business. By investing in this established brand, you could be eligible for financial assistance. See eligibility details on our website.

If you would like to take a look at more new business investment options in the Food and Beverage sector, we currently have 23 available opportunities. Point Franchise has 236 franchising opportunities across a wide range of sectors. So if this sector isn't for you, there are still lots of investment options to explore.

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