IT’S been a trying time for many businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.

Many couldn’t survive lockdown and were forced to close their doors. Others might have used to time to set up other business ventures and leave their business in the hands of someone else.

If you have ever wanted to own your own business, now could be your chance as these five commercial properties are up for sale in Bolton and Bury.

You can find all of these property listings on Rightmove.

The Hungry Duck, Bury
£150,000

The Bolton News: The Hungry Duck (Photo: Rightmove)The Hungry Duck (Photo: Rightmove)
The Hungry Duck in Bury is up for sale- could you be the next owner?

It is described as a “buzzing” bistro with a contemporary aesthetic- and it event holds a Michelin Plate Award.

They were also finalists in  Lancashire Life Restaurant of the Year and This Is Manchester Awards Formal Restaurant of the Year.

The current owner has been running The Hungry Duck since 2015- it’s being put on the market as they have other obligations to attend to.

You can learn more about this property on Rightmove

Jay Bee Autospares & Mrs B’s Domestic Services, Farnworth
£245,000

The Bolton News: Could you own these two shops? (Photo: Rightmove)Could you own these two shops? (Photo: Rightmove)

This business is on the market as the current owner wishes to move abroad.

They are both well established businesses and hold five star Google reviews

According to Rightmove listing, these properties are much bigger on the inside than they appear and the new owner could split the buildings by boarding up the internal door.

The Bolton News: Inside the shop (Photo: Rightmove)Inside the shop (Photo: Rightmove)

Currently, the owners rely solely on passing trade meaning a better marketing and advertising strategy could really make these businesses thrive.

You can view the property listing on Rightmove.

The Hobby and Model Centre, Hulton Lane, Bolton
£195,000

The Bolton News: The former Hobby and Model Centre (Photo: Rightmove)The former Hobby and Model Centre (Photo: Rightmove)

Formerly known as a hobby and model shop, this property has been stripped down and could be transformed in to another sales facility or an office space.

There is also the potential to have a self-contained flat on the first floor, either to live in or rent out.

Want to learn more? View the property listing on Rightmove.

Rae’s Restaurant, Deansgate, Bolton
£350,000

The Bolton News: Rae's Restaurant (Photo: Rightmove)Rae's Restaurant (Photo: Rightmove)

This three storey restaurant is up for grabs and was previously used as a restaurant.

It’s in a prime location in the heart of Bolton town centre, making it a lucrative investment for business owners who rely on passing trade.

The Bolton News: Inside the restaurant (Photo: Rightmove)Inside the restaurant (Photo: Rightmove)

Next door is an opticians who are signed to a five year lease which ends in 2021- if they choose to relocate, you could always choose expand your business.

Learn more about this property on Rightmove.

Peter and Margaret florist, Chorley Old Road, Bolton
£100,000

The Bolton News: The current owners are retiring (Photo: Rightmove)The current owners are retiring (Photo: Rightmove)
This family-run florist has a sterling reputation.

Owners, Peter and Margaret, have been trading for nearly fifty years- but they have decided that it’s time to retire.

The Bolton News: Inside the florist (Photo: Rightmove)Inside the florist (Photo: Rightmove)

The business and website has a website and can cater for a variety of occasions.

It currently has five members of staff and two delivery drivers- a new owner simply needs to take the wheel.

Learn more about the florist on Rightmove.