Much-loved Oxford stationery company on the market

Trading since the late 1960s, Pens Plus has been a much-loved presence on Oxford’s historic high street for over six decades. The current owners, husband-and-wife team, Paul and Kay Major, took over the business in October 2019. Since then, they have continued to uphold the shop’s reputation for high‑quality writing instruments and specialist stationery. Paul and Kay have decided to hand the reins to new owners as they begin the road to retirement.

Over the years, the shop has built a loyal and diverse customer base, attracting global visitors and maintaining consistent patronage from US academics working in the city.

Paul Major, the current owner of Pens Plus, comments, “Building this business has been one of the great privileges of my life. What began as a simple passion for fine writing instruments has grown into a brand with loyal customers both here in Oxford and around the world. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved. As I move toward retirement, the time feels right to hand the business over as a thriving going concern. I’m confident that the right new owner will continue to nurture its potential and carry the company forward into its next successful chapter.”

Markus Grun, Business Agent – Retail & Leisure at Christie & Co, who is managing the sale, comments, “This is a great opportunity to acquire a thriving business with international reach. We expect interest from heritage brand operators as well as retailers looking to diversify into the luxury stationery market. We encourage all interested parties to get in touch for further information about the opportunity.”

Pens Plus is on the market with an asking price of £170,000 + stock at value for the leasehold.

For more information about this opportunity, visit: https://www.christie.com/2411697/

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