Run a pub with Wells

6 days ago


Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Wells & Co. Pub Partners Careers Full time
Job Description:

Key Highlights

  • Attractive roadside pub in picturesque Oxfordshire village
  • Large 70 cover restaurant area which can also be used as a function facility
  • Cosy bar area with a real open fire
  • Low rateable value and stepped rent starting at £20k Y1
  • Payment plan available for fixtures and fittings

Pub Overview

Nestled in the quintessentially English village of Church Hanborough, the Hand and Shears embodies all the cosy attraction of a traditional country pub. A short stroll from its neighbouring villages, the site also benefits from easy access for residents of Oxford, Witney and traffic en route to Cheltenham. First-time visitors and local regulars alike love the pub for its delicious homemade food, switched-on operators will recognise the site's serious earning potential.

The Cotswold Stone exterior combines with the enchanting open log fire inside to offer discerning drinkers an irresistible space in which to enjoy a glass of fine wine or cask ale by the bar.

A two-storey brick building with porch and bay windows at the front. The interior has a bar area with open fire and comfortable seating and a lower restaurant area with approximately 70 covers. There is a large catering kitchen with a walk-in fridge and freezer and ample storage.

Externally to the front of the pub, there are benches and to the side a car park.

The private accommodation comprises three good sized bedrooms, living room and bathroom all in very good condition.

Property

A two storey brick building with porch and bay windows at the front. The interior has a bar area with open fire and comfortable seating and a lower restaurant area with approximately 70 covers. There is a large catering kitchen with a walk in fridge and freezer and ample storage. The domestic accommodation comprises three good sized bedrooms, living room and bathroom all in very good condition.

Business Potential

There is a great opportunity here to build on this already successful business. There is already a very good following with the current operators of this pub with excellent food sales and good reviews, in what is an affluent area. There is scope to enhance the bar trade.

Suitable Applicants

Operators with solid catering experience, a passion for great food and strong front-of-house skills will thrive in the Hand and Shears. Sufficient marketing know-how to spread the word about all the pub has to offer – in particular its superb restaurant/function room - will see this already popular site gain repeat visits from customers both local and based further afield.



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