Job Type: Leased & Tenancy, Run a Pub, Pub Manager
Sector: Pubs and Bars
Contract Type: Full Time
Pub Layout
Upon entering the Horseshoe Tavern from the main road, you will find the main bar area. This area features the main bar servery providing a selection of real ales, lagers, and premium drinks. The bar area provides high seating with a mixture of fixed and loose low seating, stained glass windows, and TVs offering sports viewings. To the left of the main entrance, there is a snug room featuring a pool table, ideal for team sports. To the right of the bar, you enter the lounge area, which is warm, cosy, and snug with low lighting, a mixture of fixed and loose seating, and its own small bar servery providing the perfect escape for that quiet drink. There is also a darts board located in here which is ideal for pub sports and promoting local team events/leagues. The lounge area could also be used as a private function area for encouraging local meetings and charity events.
Trading Style
The Horseshoe Tavern is a wet-led community pub, focusing on providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. It prioritizes serving a premium selection of lagers, ciders, wines, and spirits, catering to the preferences of its core clientele. The emphasis on team and local sports adds to the pub’s appeal, creating a lively atmosphere. The focus on community engagement extends to offering private functions in the lounge area, providing a space for meetings, gatherings, and events.
Accommodation
The private accommodation, located on the first floor, consists of two bedrooms, a lounge, kitchen, and bathroom which is in good condition.
Financial
Annual Rent: £12,000
Security Deposit: £3,000
Working Capital: £1,500
Stock: £2,000
Business Rates: £Nil. Based on the April 2023 rating list, the Zero Rates Payable is based on small business rates relief being applied for by the licensee and the licensee only occupying one property for commercial purposes.
Fixtures and Fittings: To be confirmed upon valuation–funding options may be available for the right licensee.
Tie: All drinks categories are tied. For fully funded licensees on long-term agreements, we offer free-of-tie options for certain drinks categories in exchange for an annual fee.
BDM Vision
Admiral Taverns are seeking a licensee with a proven track record of successfully running community local pubs. Supporting local causes, building strong relationships with locals, immersing themselves in the local community, getting to know residents, businesses, and community organizations, and being proactive in seeking out opportunities to support local initiatives are key to the Horseshoe Tavern's success. A strong marketing plan and strong business acumen alongside an eagerness to make a positive impact on the local area will ensure the pub's financial success and cement its stature in the community.
Future Plans
Additional Information
Training: £350.00 – Before signing a long-term agreement, you will be required to attend our 7 Steps to Sales Success training programme. Held online over two days, you will learn marketing and business strategies that will help you to grow sales in your pub – step-by-step.
Service Charge Cost: £63.33 per week – The Admiral Taverns Premium Maintenance Package will help take care of your compliance and statutory obligations with one simple fee, whilst giving you peace of mind about your boiler and cellar cooling repair and replacement. This also includes full access to e-learning for you and your staff.
Company
At Admiral Taverns, we pride ourselves on being the UK's leading operator of community pubs, with over 1,400 pubs nationwide. Our success is driven by our passionate and dedicated team, who embody our core values: ONE TEAM, WE CARE, MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
We’re committed to building strong partnerships with you and empowering you to make a success of your own business. Whether you’re looking to run your own pub or expand your experience in the industry, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
If you think you have what it takes to run an Admiral pub, then we would love to hear from you so get in touch today!
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