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The South East remains the third largest region of the UK, covering the counties of Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, East Sussex, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, and Berkshire. It continues to be home to the UK's two busiest airports: Heathrow and Gatwick. With its strategic location and close links to both London and mainland Europe, South East England maintains its position as the UK's second-largest regional economy after the capital city.
In 2024, the South East's economy has diversified further, with new growth sectors emerging alongside traditional strengths. The region's Gross Value Added (GVA) was estimated at £101.6 billion in 2023, accounting for 5% of the UK total. Key sectors now include life sciences, net zero technologies, digital creative industries, advanced manufacturing, food tech, modular construction, and agritech. The business landscape in the South East remains robust, with 1,351,756 companies registered in the region as of October 2024, representing 12.5% of all companies in the UK[5]. The most prominent business activities are Science (16.5%), Wholesale and Retail (11.6%), and ICT (10.8%). The IT sector is showing signs of recovery after previous declines. The region continues to be an attractive location for businesses, with Surrey ranking as the best area for business in the UK for 2024. The South East's workforce remains highly educated, with areas like Surrey boasting 53.3% of the population holding NVQ4+ qualifications.In 2024, the South East of England has experienced a dynamic year in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), marked by a notable increase in deal values despite a decline in volume. The region saw a total of 739 deals announced year-to-date, representing a decrease of nearly 21% compared to the previous year. However, the total deal value soared to £26.2 billion, up from £9 billion in the same period last year.
A spacious restaurant with a live music licence is available, prominently located in a bustling area of Surrey, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking a vibrant hospitality venture.
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This bespoke façade, glazing, and cladding business boasts a proven track record, delivering complex installations across landmark projects with a strong reputation for precision and reliability.
This well-established temporary employment agency, operational since 2002, offers a broad range of staffing solutions including PCV drivers, stewards, and warehouse staff among others.
This high-end outside catering company in Chelmsford boasts over 20 years of experience and has built a stellar reputation with a 5-star food hygiene rating and glowing customer reviews.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, family-run department store that has been a community staple in a thriving Kent town for over 130 years.
This boutique recruitment agency in the UK, established in 2003, boasts a high level of recurring revenue and long-term client relationships, thanks to its bespoke and personalised service.
This M&E HVAC FM Building Services Maintenance Company, trading since 1994 in the South of England, offers a robust opportunity with a high level of recurring contract revenue and long-standing staff retention.
This award-winning decorating contract business in Berkshire offers an exceptional opportunity, renowned for its quality and reliability with long-standing relationships with leading housebuilders.
This licensed steakhouse in Surrey boasts an excellent main road location and is close to a train station, making it a prime spot for attracting a steady flow of customers from the lively surrounding area.
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This well-established translation business offers a unique opportunity to tap into the global IT and tech sectors with its reputation for quality and personalised service.
Explore a unique acquisition opportunity in the dynamic precision engineering sector, offering potential for growth and innovation.
This highly profitable law firm in North Kent specialises in residential conveyancing and offers consultancy services, presenting a unique opportunity for growth and expansion.
A prestigious law firm with an expert team, offering unparalleled opportunities in mergers and acquisitions, banking, and financial law.
This distinguished construction business excels in catering to both domestic and commercial sectors, providing unparalleled in-house mechanical and electrical design services.
Opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable business which offers their customers a ‘one stop’ professional level of service.
An esteemed London-based law firm specialising in corporate law, litigation, and private client services presents a unique opportunity for acquisition.
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully private dental practice located in the sought-after areas of East and West Sussex.
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This business offers a unique opportunity to acquire two adjacent retail units in a high-footfall area within a busy Maidstone shopping mall, featuring a diverse range of products and services, including a Thornton’s franchise and greeting card and g...
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This award-winning three-site burger chain is at the forefront of the burger revolution, renowned for its high-quality offerings using the finest locally-sourced ingredients.
This well-established wholesale flooring and tile retailer in a prominent Berkshire industrial estate offers an impressive display area featuring renowned brands like Woodpecker and Ted Todd.
Buy a company out of administration, at lower than market-valued prices. Enquire about assets that may be a result of a business falling into distress.
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