a versatile local store and Post Office in Barnham near Bognor Regis Built around You.Your expert business property advisers James MatsonAssociate Director - Retail & Leisure With over 10,000 square foot of retail space across two floors Barnham Trading Post stocks and sells a wide variety of food and is home to the only Post Office in Barnham The store has been owned and operated by the same family for over 20 years The freehold of the property including the business has been sold to a local retail operator who brings with him a wealth of experience Associate Director at Christie & Co who managed the sale said: “I am proud to have managed the sale of fantastic business and property I wish the new owner every success with the business moving forward and the previous owner a long and happy retirement.” The store freehold was sold at an undisclosed price Visit our Business Search page to find out more about current listings. Keep up-to-date with our latest listings and more… © Christie & Co 2024 | A member of Christie Group This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website Breckland Council has completed the sale of Barnham Broom Hotel Spa & Golf Club and has already put the funding raised to good use for the people of Breckland The district council bought the land and buildings at the 257-acre site for £7m in 2006 The council's total income (sale and rent) from its 19-year ownership of the hotel and golf club site was £11.68m the council made a further investment of £1.95m in the asset This means the overall profit made by the council is £2.73m and the acquisition was a strong commercial investment The site has been bought by the owner-operator of the golf club and hotel business who had leased the land and buildings from the council Breckland has already used the capital funding to directly support local people; it has used some of the money to purchase new temporary housing in the district to support those in housing crisis Breckland Council originally purchased the site as part of a multi-million-pound investment portfolio Money received in rent from the council's diversified property portfolio - including rent received from the council's ownership of the Barnham Broom site - has been used to keep financial pressure off local taxpayers enabling the local authority to help provide services to Breckland residents commented: "The figures show just what a good investment the golf club has been for this council and our residents The steady stream of reliable income over nearly 20-years has played a big factor in helping Breckland maintain a good financial position compared to our peers and has enabled us to keep the pressure off local taxpayers as much as possible "The rent brought in by this and our other investments has played an important role in enabling us to go above and beyond in the services we provide helping to fund our Inspiring Communities programme which has provided important support for people up and down our district who are facing isolation "We're now further putting the money from the capital sale to very good use by investing into temporary accommodation which will bolster this important resource and help meet the unprecedented demand so everybody in Breckland has a safe place to call home." the original founder and owner of Barnham Broom Hotel and Golf Club commented: "I'd like to thank the council for being steadfast in its commitment to maintain our landlord and tenant relationship over a long period I am also grateful for the council's confidentiality during the lengthy due diligence and negotiation period I'm delighted that we have now bought back the freehold and can recombine this with our operating business This strengthens our position to consider how we might evolve and grow further in the future for the benefit of our local communities as well as our loyal staff and hard-working employees."  added: "Some people in the past have wanted to scrutinise the details of any proposed arrangements and check how public money is being used to get the best possible deal and avoid potentially damaging a local business and employer it has been important to maintain commercial confidentiality during this long process "That requirement has unfortunately led to inaccurate speculation and misinformation being spread about this investment we are pleased to be able to set the record straight and give confidence to our residents that the investment we made on their behalf has generated considerable income over a number of years which has benefited local people." When did Breckland Council buy the freehold at the Barnham Broom site How much did Breckland Council buy the property for This was more than the market valuation of the property How much rent has been earnt from holding the property What has been the investment return / yield Has the Council made a loss or a profit on this asset Comparing what the Council bought the property for plus what it invested in the property to what the Council has received from rent while we owned it and the proceeds of the sale the Council has made £2.73m surplus (profit) The rent we received - along with rent from the rest of our investment portfolio which also includes offices shop buildings and other assets - has been used to fund local services The income from the sale has already been used to buy new housing properties to help people in the district who are facing homelessness of the golf and hotel business has bought the freehold of the property the operator was renting the property from the Council Barnham Broom Hotel, Spa & Golf Club a 36-hole golf and leisure resort based in Norfolk has been sold back to its founder and current operator by Breckland Council The district council bought the land and buildings at the Norwich-based venue for £7 million in 2006 It has now sold the 237-acre site back its founder The council has reported that the total income – sale and rent – from its 19-year ownership of the hotel and golf club was £11.68m the council said made a further investment of £1.95m in the asset resulting in an overall profit of £2.73m over that period commented: “The figures show just what a good investment the golf club has been for this council and our residents The steady stream of reliable income over nearly 20 years has played a big factor in helping Breckland maintain a good financial position compared to our peers and has enabled us to keep the pressure off local taxpayers as much as possible “The rent brought in by this and our other investments has played an important role in enabling us to go above and beyond in the services we provide We’re now further putting the money from the capital sale to very good use by investing into temporary accommodation which will bolster this important resource and ensure that everybody in Breckland has a safe place to call home.” commented: “I’d like to thank the council for being steadfast in its commitment to maintain our landlord and tenant relationship over a long period I’m delighted that we have now bought back the freehold and can recombine this with our operating business “The purchase strengthens our position to consider how we might evolve and grow further in the future for the benefit of our local communities as well as our loyal staff and hard-working employees.”  the course owned by serving US President Donald Trump is to host The Scottish Championship on the DP World Tour’s summer schedule Titleist Vokey WedgeWorks’ all-new Tour Toe Stamp offering gives all golfers the opportunity to game Vokey Design SM10 wedges with a unique Stewart Golf has expanded its range of golf bags with the launch of the all-new NEXAS Hybrid bag and an upgraded version of its popular NERO Cart bag GolfBusinessNews.com (GBN) is for the many thousands of people who work in the golf business all around the world We cover the full range of topics both on and off the course We aim to supply essential information both quickly and accurately in a format which is easy to use We are independent of all special interest groups Click here to sign up for our free twice weekly golf industry news summary View the latest newsletter here 5/7 High StreetDorchester-on-ThamesOxfordshire OX10 7HHUnited Kingdom publisher@golfbusinessnews.com © 1999-2025 e.GolfBusiness.com Limited | All Rights Reserved. | GBN Privacy Policy We recommend you upgrade your software or view our website on an alternate device or browser To sign up to play or for help with your People’s Postcode Lottery account, call our Customer Experience team on 0808 109 8765 or email us at info@postcodelottery.co.uk. Julie Wilson-Homewood scooped £166,666 just days before Christmas and now wants to make weaver daughter Torie's dreams come true by investing in some sheep to help grow her wool-based clothing business Jolly Julie added: "I'm just so happy because I know that things are also going to change for Torie now That could be something down the line that might happen." Julie was among nine neighbours sharing our £1m Millionaire Street prize after their postcode but Julie doubled her winnings with two tickets Tearful Julie was supported by daughter Torie when Danyl presented her with her cheque while car mechanic hubby Paul was at work Julie said: "I was in disbelief that it could happen and then when I saw all the Postcode Lottery red jackets The mum-of-one now wants to help grow her daughter's business runs a small clothing business called Feral Fibres She said: "The garments I make are heavily wool-based with a focus more on our ancient past and our ancestors and how they would do it "To buy land is the dream because I would love to do some regenerative farming and keep it away from developers." Torie now has her sights set on moving to Scotland but Julie also hopes to explore the Highlands and islands and see the Northern Lights in Norway with Paul but I do think we will be going back to Scotland I think that will definitely be on the cards next year Julie will also be able to help with her husband's retirement in the New Year She said: "I can help my husband retire; he deserves it it's not the first time neighbours of Marshall Close have tasted a lottery success Many of today's winners also won our Daily Prize in January 2020 which landed each player £1,000 for every ticket they held Julie said: "I got a golden envelope through the letterbox and it told me I'd won £2,000 "But we didn't want to give up playing because you know it's going to continue to help charities and there is that little bit in the back of your mind that says Julie is determined to keep her "old little blue car" instead of splashing out She said: "My car's MOT is due the beginning of January and my husband said it's probably not going to pass or it's going to cost more than the car is worth I might pay to try and get that through the MOT now." I'm really content with my life and we're not flashy." Julie was also delighted for her neighbours She said: "I'm so happy that so many of us on the close have won Julie was just as pleased when she heard that local charities would also benefit from their win and I can give more to the charities that I love Diane Daughtrey hadn't long arrived home from a nightshift before receiving a life-changing cheque for £249,999 who works for Network Rail at her local train station was left speechless just hours after completing her 10.30pm to 5.30am shift Diane said: "I'm gobsmacked and a little overwhelmed "I didn't expect to win this amount of money I was quite happy to win £1,000 like I did five years ago." she made a shrewd move to play with two more tickets and now it has paid off in triple as she scored the largest sum on the street She said: "I was so pleased when I won £1,000 She said: "The big thing is that I can take care of the house so some of it will go towards spending money and I can think about myself for a change." Diane didn't have long to let her big win sink in as she had another seven-hour night shift that evening She said: "I'll be thinking about this all night long Barbara Edwards will watch her favourite Irish crooner I go to his shows at least five times a year "I'll be able to go to even more places to see him now I'm going to Bournemouth and then up to Liverpool and then to Croydon to see him "I've already got my dresses for each show; I bought them a couple of months ago." Grandmother Barbara - who also won £1,000 in 2020 and says she'll now buy a second ticket - plans on spoiling their granddaughter with a day out shopping alongside husband Pete The couple is also hoping to upgrade their car and we were actually looking in the showroom I was looking at a nice Volkswagen last week." Pete - who is also eyeing up a trip to his favourite Greek isle of Kos - added: "This is such a thrill for us and a bonus The delighted gran and her nursery worker daughter Rebecca - who still lives at home - each bagged £83,333 Now the busy cleaner is planning holidays she's always dreamed of She said: "This is way more than I thought I would get: £5,000 to £10,000 "I've always wanted to go on a Caribbean cruise Jersey is the only other place I've wanted to go." Former ground maintenance worker John chipped in: "I'd like to go to Turkey Pamela added: "It's lovely to win with my daughter and amazing that next door has won as well At the opposite end of the street's little park area Michael Rhodes said he's now thinking about a trip to live out his fishing dreams after pocketing over £83k The passionate angler is hoping to improve his whopping 53.5-lb carp catch by travelling to Euro Aqua a fishing destination near Lake Balaton in Hungary It's known for being the home of the world record carp Michael said: "We've been to France to fish I'll definitely think about going to Euro Aqua as they have the biggest carp in the world." We usually go to a spot in the New Forest National Park He'll definitely buy something to do with fishing." Grandad Michael is now planning to splash out on a holiday with his wife The fridge engineer said: "We want to take the kids away on a family holiday to Turkey and I'll definitely be paying for this one is retiring shortly and said their win couldn't have come at a better time NHS worker Paula James also bagged the same sum and the news comes just as she's about to welcome her first grandchild who works in the radiology department at a local hospital I've never seen that much money in my life "It's a really exciting time as my daughter Amy is due in March and it's my first grandchild - a baby girl." The mum-of-three also said it will be a Christmas to remember Paula added: "I've got about 12 of the family coming to us for Christmas All the winners were thrilled that their prizes meant local charities also benefitted from their Millionaire Street win Postcode Community Trust has awarded the Sussex Snowdrop Trust £90,000 The charity provides hospital care at home for children with life-threatening or terminal illnesses in West Sussex The charity's at-home services include nursing and emotional and financial support for local children and their families said: "We have a dedicated Care at Home team which sits at the heart of the Sussex Snowdrop Trust which includes community paediatric nurses take bloods and change dressings and enable parents to feel more confident whilst caring for their sick child." The charity's counsellors provide vital emotional support throughout the traumatic journey Diana added: "£90,000 will contribute massively towards funding the Care at Home team who support Snowdrop children and their families." Other local organisations awarded funding include: All funding was awarded by Postcode Community Trust Today's prize is part of a draw promoted on behalf of Postcode Community Trust this trust supports smaller charities and good causes in Wales to make a difference to their community for the benefit of people and planet With People's Postcode Lottery, 33% of the ticket price goes to amazing charities and good causes around the world Our players have raised more than £1.4 billion so far Not signed up to play yet? Our players can win fantastic Prizes every single day. If you'd like to know more then check out How It Works and sign up today New dad Dave Lowe told how he won a whopping £404,048 on People’s Postcode Lottery - because of his newborn baby daughter Eight neighbours in a block of flats are celebrating together after sharing a £1 Million prize on People’s Postcode Lottery A son won three times more than his dad on People's Postcode Lottery after he kept playing with his parents' address - despite moving out… the Sussex Cricket Foundation Primary School Indoor Competitions culminated in a couple of thrilling finals days held at the Brighton Aldridge Community Academy With over 60 schools entering across the county schools faced off in their local rounds to be crowned winner moving onto the Indoor Countdown Cricket Finals excited and enthusiastic schools competing on the day and the games were played in a very enjoyable fun and competitive environment with some great cricket being shown throughout Barnham Primary and Lindfield Primary Academy were the winners of their groups meaning that they would face off in the final Both sides played exceptionally well as they consistently took wickets throughout their fielding innings and had some incredible batting moments including massive hits down the hall for six It was a really close final with Barnham scoring 77 and Lindfield Scoring 64 A massive congratulations to Barnham Primary as they were undefeated throughout the whole day Many games were decided by just one or two runs The standard of cricket on display was fantastic supporting each other and showing real respect for the game.  Barnham and Blackthorns put in strong performances on Pitch 1 while Southwater and Summerlea shined on Pitch 2 Three Bridges and Our Lady of Lourdes also had some strong performances both getting one win each and continuing with a strong competitive spirit right up until the final ball.   The final saw Barnham Primary take on Southwater Junior in a tight-fought battle Both teams had been impressive throughout the afternoon securing the tournament victory and becoming the 2025 Year 5/6 Girls Indoor champions.  Congratulations to all schools that made the finals:  This competition links nicely into the summer Dynamos Schools Countdown Cricket Competitions which are run across Sussex culminating in the County Finals at the Blackstone Academy Ground For more information on these competitions, or to enter your school, please contact your local SCF Territory Manager and visit our Primary School Competitions page Release date: 6 June 2024Residents living or travelling in the Barnham area can now access a new flexible bus service called “Book-a-Bus” from today Thursday The new “Book-a-Bus 97 Flex” service will cover a wide area between Barnham enabling more connections to local towns and other transport networks “Book-a-Bus” is an on-demand service being trialled in areas of West Sussex with limited or no traditional bus services The service forms part of West Sussex County Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plan which aims to make it easier and more attractive for residents and visitors to travel by bus The "97 Flex" bus will operate Monday to Saturday To cater for anticipated demand and help residents access other rail and bus links the bus will follow a ‘semi-flexible’ route during peak travel hours from 06.45am to 09.30am and 16.30pm to 19.00pm the "97 Flex" will serve a specific commuter zone from Slindon and travellers will need to book their seat on the bus The bus will then follow a fixed bus route to Barnham and back and travellers along that route can either book a seat or flag the bus down During off-peak hours from 09:30am to 16:30pm the "97 Flex" will be completely flexible in the wider area and will respond to requests based on the live bookings it receives The new bus service will connect passengers to other towns in the area like rail travel to major cities like London and Brighton said: “The continued expansion of our bus services is having a direct impact on our residents’ lives and supports our sustainable transport ambitions The Barnham area is a busy hub for commuters and residents and we are pleased to extend our ‘Book-a-Bus’ service to provide a new “By improving our transport network with better bus services we continue to support a sustainable and prosperous economy for all those in West Sussex – one of our corporate priorities “I encourage anyone in the area to try the service and experience a new way to travel in the county.” To “Book-a-Bus” or plan your journey with the new “97 Flex”, download the "Book-a-Bus Barnham” app from the App Store or Google Play Store you can phone our call centre on 01243 858854 You can book on the day or up to 48 hours before your journey Payments can be made via the app or via the bus Passengers travelling in groups can request up to 5 seats per booking For more information on our “Book-a-Bus” services, please visit: www.westsussex.gov.uk/book-a-bus Let us know if this page was helpful so we can make improvements Leave your feedback below to show how useful you found this page West Sussex County Council will only use this email address to respond to any issues raised Get A Golf Handicap UK Golf Guide Golfshake Top 100s Find Golf Travel Deals Golf Competitions Community Forum Tucked away in the idyllic countryside of Norfolk, just a short journey from Norwich, lies Barnham Broom which we reckon must be added on your list to experience this year should you be in search of a rewarding golf break delectable cuisine options and an acclaimed spa the venue also boasts a pair of wonderful golf courses ensuring that your time spent here delivers both activity and relaxation There is a welcoming atmosphere to Barnham Broom and that warm embrace extends to your choice of rooms which come in various sizes to provide for all needs coffee making facilities and complimentary White Company toiletries so let's take a glance at the specific layouts you can enjoy here The Valley is the senior of the two courses being established back in the late 1970s following a design by the respected architect Frank Pennick Widely considered to be one of the finest golfing gems in Norfolk The Valley boasts numerous water hazards and it rests within the landscape beautifully making this a tranquil round to experience which is why it has staged many a professional tournament in its time but that test should prove appealing to golfers of all standards it offers many elevated vantage points to gaze across the picturesque countryside This means that the wind can be a factor here while the bunkers added by Pennick (and later by Donald Steel) are destined to catch wayward golfers out The two courses here make for a 36-hole combination that is hard to beat in the region, which is why the venue has been rated Highly Recommended by the Golfshake Community When you're not playing golf or chilling in your room the dining prospects at Barnham Broom are rather appealing The Brasserie is renowned for its superb wine list and delicious food - and is widely considered to be one of the finest restaurants in the area with expert chefs crafting meals made from local produce Afternoon Tea is another option at Barnham Broom while The Sports Bar offers a relaxed and informal environment to dine in with this establishment providing stunning vistas across the surrounding countryside and golf courses in addition to a leafy terraced garden that is quite the spot in beautiful weather which is where The Edge Health & Fitness Club becomes handy while a range of fitness classes are available too then the Barnham Broom Spa has all that you need Barnham Broom enjoys an enviable location for golfers travelling from across Norfolk and further afield and its facilities have something for everyone The two golf courses are highly regarded for good reason and both layouts deliver a memorable and engaging round while the amenities of the venue itself ensure that you won't be bored or short of anything to do when you're not tackling the hazards of The Valley and Hills If you're searching for a UK golf break this year we have to place Barnham Broom on the must visit list.  You can find out more by visiting https://barnham-broom.co.uk/ or by checking out the latest deals and packages on Golfbreaks The Best UK Spring Golf Breaks For 2025 Related Content: Must Play golfshake golfbreaks Golf Courses Courses What do you think? post your thoughts and feedback on the Golfshake Forum: https://forum.golfshake.com/ Tuition Series Golf Forums Golf Course Directory UK Golf Courses Tee Time Search Golf Inspired Search for Golf Courses Tee Time Search Weekly Tour News Industry News Rating & Reviews Get a Golf Handicap Golfscoretracker Handicap Calculations Stat Tracking Cards Golfshake Services Terms, Cookies & Privacy Check the URL for spelling errors.Please contact us if you believe this page is missing.(Error 404) This website is using a security service to protect itself from online 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