Potential Partner Profit £21,000 Key Highlights • Beautiful, traditional thatched English pub with private accommodation • Great location in the heart of an affluent village • Highly visible from the A428 main road between Bedford and Northampton • Ideal for operator with a passion for great food • Payment plan available for fixtures and fittings • One month rent free, and support while the pub develops to FMT levels Pub Overview The Red Lion has been described more than once as being ‘the perfect country pub’ and following a visit to this Northamptonshire gem it’s hard to argue otherwise. It's clean yet rustic bar, thoughtful drinks selection and highly regarded food menu all contribute to its well-earned regional reputation. Following an extensive refurbishment in 2016, the pub has everything it needs to maintain its consistently bustling trade well into the future under the right operator. The Red Lion boasts a traditional bar area to the front, a good-sized lounge bar with 18 covers, a restaurant with 32 covers and a delightful ‘snug’ dining area with an additional 8 covers, not to mention a beautifully presented beer garden and ample parking. Bespoke events are a highlight: one-off menus, drinks pairings and a beautiful space in which to host combine to offer the chance to create a really special night. Property • The Catering kitchen is immaculately presented with an excellent selection of commercial catering equipment, including steam oven and walk-in cold room • The private accommodation comprises: 2 bedrooms, kitchen, lounge and a bathroom • The beer cellar and dry goods store located in a separate outbuilding • A further outbuilding is not part of the agreement. Business Potential The Red Lion provides an opportunity for an owner operator to continue with the high standards that have been set and work even closer with the local community to further enhance the local reputation utilising good social media presence. Fair Maintainable Turnover is £356,000 with a split of 45/55 wet to food, with estimated profit before drawings of £21,000 per year live in. Suitable Applicants Operators suitable for The Red Lion will have proven experience in operating a quality food-led business. Maintaining the pub’s warm and friendly atmosphere will be key, as will a passion for first class customer service and a desire to maintain The Red Lion’s enviable position at the heart of its local community. Sound marketing skills will be equally important in attracting visitors from further afield.