If you’ve ever liked the idea of becoming a pub landlord, now could be the perfect opportunity with plenty of Bassetlaw establishments currently available and waiting to be taken over. These boozers are on the hunt for someone to take the plunge on fixed term tenancies.
Most of us like the idea of spending all day in the pub. But be warned, actually running one is no walk in the park and in recent decades the industry has faced a series of unprecedented challenges.
We have listed four pubs across the county that are looking for someone to take over the lease, according to findmypub.com.
Royal Oak, Main Street, Retford
The listing for this pub reads: “The Royal Oak Retford is located in the village of North Leverton, close to the towns of Retford and Gainsborough.
“The pub is surrounded by residential housing with a shop nearby and close to West Burton power station.
“It benefits from being the only pub in an area of around 844 adults.
“The Royal Oak Retford customer base is made up of midlife and mature adults.
See the full listing HERE
Whitehouses, London Road, Retford
The listing for the pub reads: “This modern gem is in excellent condition, offering you the perfect canvas to drive wet sales and elevate its already outstanding food offerings.
“In impeccable condition, with a large open-plan trading area to cater for both drinkers and diners with adequate covers. The pub also boasts a larger modern commercial kitchen, a small patio area to the rear and ample parking, this is your canvas to achieve exceptional sales and become the heart of the community.”
See the full listing HERE
Grey Horse, The Cross, Carlton in Lindrick
The listing for the pub reads: “Now is an excellent time to take over the pub, as the council plans to build more houses and infrastructure to create a town from the village.
“The upstairs function room has an entry point and is currently underused. The pub also has a tap room with around twenty covers. It’s the cask corner where guests watch terrestrial TV sports. The main lounge has around fifty covers and open-plan trading space leading to the garden.
“The beer garden has sixteen benches and is a good space for entertainment activities and functions. It also hosts the annual village festival.”
See the full listing HERE
White Swan Inn, High Street, Blyth
The listing for the pub reads: “On entrance to the pub you are welcomed by a traditional bar area that is split into two areas with fixed seating for up to 30 people on one side and a drinking area in front of the bar next to the open fireplace on the other side. To the rear of the pub is a stylish restaurant area with covers for around 40 people; this space can also be used as a function room or for live entertainment.
“There is a fully equipped trade kitchen with easy access to the bar and restaurant.
“To the front of the pub there is space for guests to enjoy a drink with outdoor seating provided either side of the entrance. To the rear of the pub there is a flagged patio area and a grassed garden comprising of several picnic style benches this is a popular spot for guests during the warmer months.”
See the full listing HERE
