Yorkshire c-store attracts first-time buyer

Thaveswaran Vakeeshan, who has worked in retail for more than 10 years, has bought the independently branded store and post office.

The business was previously owned for almost 18 years by Alvina Alam. She said: “The decision to sell was difficult but long overdue as we decided to take it easy in life. The business will do well, as alcohol has now been added to what is on sale, and other changes are being made, too.”

James Moore-Martin, director of retail at Christie & Co, said: “I am extremely delighted that Mr Vakeeshan has managed to complete on this busy convenience store and post office despite the current climate. This is another example of the resilience of the convenience retail sector in the UK.”

Cottingley Village News and Mini Market was sold off an asking price of £110,000.