'Iconic business for sale': Beloved Calderdale wine bar open since the 90s and 'integral to the fabric of the town' goes up for sale

Nelsons, on Crown Street in Hebden Bridge town centre, is open as usual but on the market for £149,950.

The well-known bar has been trading since the 1990s and, according to its website, “has been integral to the fabric of the town”.

It says it provides an inclusive space for LGBTQI + friends and “rising and reinventing after numerous floods, Nelsons continues to create a community hub for locals, families and friends, and provides a welcoming space for visitors”.

On property website Rightmove, Nelsons is described as a “beloved, independent, vibrant basement restaurant bar”.

“Operating since 1997 with a loyal multigenerational customer base, late night licence, no ties and strong community roots, the owners now offer this iconic business for sale,” says the listing.

"The business occupies an enviable trading position in the popular market town of Hebden Bridge attracting a large range of clients from local surrounding areas to clients from further afield.

"We trust this will prove a resoundingly successful acquisition, for a dedicated enthusiastic working proprietor to continue to exploit the full potential and derive maximum profits.”

Nelsons’ website says its inherited name comes from The Archers radio show.

It adds: “Despite facing multiple devastating floods and setbacks, the bar has persevered and transitioned to a plant-based establishment upon reopening in May 2021.

"The community’s support and resilience have been crucial in helping the bar bounce back after each disaster, showcasing a newfound sense of unity and camaraderie among its members.”

For more details, contact agent Alan J Picken of Ilkley on 01943 609451.