Hermitage Inn

Warkworth

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Overview

RUN THE HERMITAGE INN, WARKWORTH
Your Local Partner Opportunity

Overview:
The Hermitage Inn offers an exceptional pub partner opportunity in the heart of Warkworth, one of Northumberland’s most desirable coastal market towns. Positioned on the bustling high street and surrounded by stunning countryside, historic landmarks and beautiful beaches, this established pub with rooms attracts a strong mix of local customers, staycation visitors and tourists throughout the year. Generating current weekly sales of around £8,000, The Hermitage Inn is a thriving hospitality business with multiple income streams and exciting growth potential.

The business:
The Hermitage Inn is a successful pub and accommodation business, combining a popular food and drink offer with five well-positioned letting rooms. Current sales are split approximately 60% wet, 35% food and 5% accommodation, creating a balanced and sustainable revenue model. The pub features a spacious bar area, a well-supported Sunday carvery, attractive outdoor seating and bed and breakfast accommodation that appeals to visitors exploring the Northumberland coast. Its strong reputation and prime location have established it as a popular destination for both residents and tourists alike.

The opportunity:
There is significant scope to grow the business beyond £10,000 per week by building on its already strong foundations. Opportunities include increasing wet sales through events, live entertainment and seasonal activities, while enhancing the visibility of the accommodation offer through digital marketing, online travel platforms and local tourism partnerships. With year-round visitor demand, a thriving food operation and established letting rooms, The Hermitage Inn presents an excellent opportunity to drive further growth, increase occupancy and strengthen its position as a leading hospitality destination in Warkworth.

Who we’re looking for:
We’re seeking an experienced hospitality operator with a strong food background and a proven ability to manage busy, customer-facing businesses. The ideal pub partner will understand how to maximise both food and drink sales while delivering an excellent guest experience across the pub and accommodation offer. Experience in marketing, social media and promoting tourism-led businesses would be advantageous. Above all, we’re looking for someone with the ambition, energy and commercial mindset to build on an already successful operation and take it to the next level.

What’s in it for you?
• 20% share of weekly wet sales, excluding VAT.
• Keep 100% of food sales.
• Low ingoing costs, starting with a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost. (Deposits can vary depending on the business. Ask us for more details.)
• Accommodation included, with most household bills covered excluding Council Tax and TV Licence.

Ready to take the next step?
Run The Hermitage Inn and take on a well-established pub with rooms in one of Northumberland’s most popular coastal destinations. With strong existing trade, five letting rooms, a successful food offer and clear opportunities for future growth, this is a fantastic chance to grow a thriving hospitality business while enjoying life in the beautiful village of Warkworth. If you’re ready to make your mark on a successful pub with accommodation, we’d love to hear from you.

Private accommodation information

Office

Yes

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Details

3 bedroom flat in good order throughout and has a separate 1 bed flat.

As part of our application process, we may use Lily, an AI-powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know – all hiring decisions are still made by our people.

Please note: Photos featured in our Grandstand advertisements may include images of previous Grandstand investments across the estate to illustrate the look and feel of a typical Grandstand conversion. Images used may not reflect the current setup of the specific site being advertised.

All proposed investment is subject to final approval and formal sign‑off in accordance with company governance and capital expenditure approval processes.

Pub features

Private accommodation

Food offer

Pub games

Beer garden

Live sports

Live acts

How to apply

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Hermitage Inn, Warkworth

Warkworth

NE65 0UL

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Partner FAqs

How long is the recruitment process?

We understand that taking on your own pub business is an important decision. We are proud to operate under the provisions of the Pubs Code regulations (2016), by providing certain important information during the recruitment process which will enable you to make an informed decision about the pub business and the agreement which you are applying for. The recruitment process is structured to include meetings with our recruitment and operations team (virtually or in person). The process usually takes 3-6 weeks from application to offer, but varies depending on meeting dates, availability and information required for the completion of the business plan.

How do I obtain a personal license?

For any of our partnership agreements you must have a personal licence to legally operate one of our pubs. We can help in the process of obtaining a personal licence through our partners at John Gaunt. A member of our recruitment team will be able to discuss this option with you as part of your application or enquiry.

Do I need to pay the whole deposit upfront?

If you receive an offer from us, we will require payment of the full deposit at your earliest convenience. However, from time to time at the Regional Operations Managers discretion a part deposit payment may be made with an agreed deposit builder in place for the remaining amount. The deposit, or deposit builder, would need to be paid before the commencement of the agreement.

How do I receive my % turnover share and guaranteed retained sum?

Takings are banked in a Marston’s account in accordance with the agreements, to allow us to deduct our Management Charge. Your share (‘Retained Sum’) will be settled on a weekly basis. Any guaranteed annual Retained Sum is released on a weekly basis to you at the same time as your turnover % share Retained Sum.

Can I replace the menu? Can I run specials?

In any partner agreement pub with a Marston’s menu on offer there is no opportunity to put on your own version of food or specials due to allergies and food regulations. We do have a number of pubs that do not have a Marston’s menu in, and you are free to put on your own food menu.

What would happen if I wanted to exit the business before the end of the term?

Marston’s are well aware that life doesn’t always go to plan, that’s why most of our Partnerships have an early termination clause which can be triggered by both parties. There is the option to give three or six months’ notice (depending on the agreement) for both parties and would need to be confirmed in writing to your Area Manager.

What development opportunities are there?

Our award-winning learning and development teams offer tonnes of support and training to both partners and your pub teams. When you join us, you will be booked onto our BII* accredited induction programme which includes classroom-based learning, practical sessions and for our food-led businesses, time spent at one of our Centres of Excellence pubs where an experience operator will show you the ropes.

As a Marston’s partner, you’ll also get access to our online training platform where you will be able to access a wide range of free online training courses, tools, and resources. In addition, our trainers will support you with in-person and virtual training sessions when you need the extra help! Our team can also help you access a range of apprenticeships for entry level team members, up to managers and directors.

Can I become a multi-site operator with Marston’s?

We do have multiple pub operators across our business, this is approved on a case by case basis and would need to be approved at a senior level. Feel free to discuss this with a member of our recruitment team in the first instance.

What happens next?

Speak to a member of our team

Meet one of our area managers

Providing you with information on the pub

Present your business plan

Offer and arrangements for taking on your pub business!