Self-serve frozen yoghurt shop

Families, students, teenagers and shoppers or tourists on a busy high street, retail park or near a school or university.

Price per 100g of yoghurt and toppings, with extra from drinks and takeaway tubs. Sales are strongest in warm weather and at weekends.

• Customer service
• Food hygiene and cleanliness
• Managing stock and costs
• Hiring and rostering staff

• Register your food business with your local council, usually at least 28 days before opening (check with your council)
• Allergen rules: you must be able to tell customers about allergens in yoghurt and toppings
• Soft-serve machines need strict daily cleaning, so check the supplier's guidance and your food safety plan
• Check the lease terms, rent and business rates before you commit
• Demand is seasonal, so plan cash for the colder months
• Public liability insurance, plus employer's liability insurance once you hire

Startup costs are typically around £25,000 to £90,000, depending on the premises, fit-out, machines and stock. Check the lease terms, rent and business rates before you commit, as these will affect how much cash you need.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around £6,000 to £30,000, depending on location, footfall and opening hours. Demand is seasonal, so it is sensible to plan your cash for the colder months.

Check with your council about registering your food business, usually at least 28 days before opening. Also check allergen rules for yoghurt and toppings, and the supplier's guidance on daily cleaning of soft-serve machines and your food safety plan.