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@fes3 I hadn't even considered pest control, thanks for the suggestion! A quick look shows a number of companies, all well reviewed. But it's certainly worth looking into more.

@semiprecious What a good idea, thanks for sharing! I was quite surprised when I searched for "Fire Protection services near me" and more than 10 popped up. A quick look shows a few established players but it is worth some research for sure.

@tom112 Interesting idea! How do you even get started with something like that? I can see how renting some storage space with loading docks is needed, perhaps some software to manage some of the logistics but when you say "there is a need for..." who exactly is looking for this kind of thing?

@seekinggodjesus Yeah that's my worry too, that I'd have to move because most people here are willing to accept less just so they can live in such a nice place. It's the kind of place that would be so much better to be retired or a millionaire already. I get what you're saying about online...

@aprilsingsalot Loads of food, gifts and guides business around here yes. Phone chargers is one I hadn't thought of though honestly it doesn't get me too interested. Appliance repair/resale is a good one, currently researching that to see if it will work

@613jono No but very similar area

@taters1 I'm trying! Thanks for the suggestions

@taters1 Focusing on the tourists is a good idea around here, which is why we have so many tourist related businesses. I like your idea of being the middle-man for supplying them in some way though. Things like paddle board rental are done to death here (loads of adventure type companies) but...

@casie Thanks for the suggestion, I hadn't thought of appliance repair as I didn't think it was very popular in the UK. However, a quick search shows 10 appliance repair companies with 20+ 4-5 star reviews locally. Means it's a viable business but I will need to call around to check on prices...

I've been looking into service based businesses and following sweatystartup for a while but have been unable to find one that suits my area. It's a unique place. It's a massive UK tourist hotspot with a very small local population. The locals are either working class or poor (one of the...