New owner for Southport restaurant
The Forge brasserie in Southport, Merseyside, has been sold for close to £400,000. The freehold restaurant can seat 50 on the ground floor and 30 on the first floor. The previous owner, Mark Ogley, has sold to pursue a career in e-commerce. The new owner, Brian Wilkinson, previously owned another restaurant called The Shrimper. Christie & Co was the agent.