Owners break silence as Oxford shop for sale after 60 years

It was announced earlier this month that Pens Plus on High Street had been listed on the market for £170,000, with the leasehold property advertised on Rightmove.

The business has been trading since the late 1960s, with owners Paul Major and his wife Kay having taken it over in October 2019.

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has been instructed to market Pens Plus, and now Mr and Mrs Major have spoken out about the decision.

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Mr Major said: “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.”

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Markus Grun, a business agent at Christie & Co who is managing the sale, added: “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 plus stock at value for the leasehold.