Located in the heart of Wakefield town centre, just moments from the Ridings Shopping Centre, this established pub benefits from a strong wet-led trade and a loyal customer base of local regulars and circuit drinkers. The pub features a large main bar area, a sunken section ideal for private functions and group bookings, a recently refurbished darts area, a pool table, fully equipped trading kitchen and an outdoor patio seating area.
Currently trading at approximately £3,000 per week with an 80% wet and 20% food sales mix, there is clear opportunity for a hands-on operator to build on the existing trade. While the pub enjoys strong weekend footfall, there is significant potential to grow both food sales and midweek trading through the introduction of a regular rhythm of the week, including live entertainment, quiz nights, darts leagues, sports viewing events, themed food offers and community-focused activities.
This opportunity would suit an energetic operator who can make the most of the town centre location, drive engagement with the local community, and create reasons for guests to visit throughout the week. With a fully operational kitchen already in place and space suited to hosting functions and events, there is plenty of scope to diversify the offer and increase revenue across multiple income streams.
What’s in it for you?
- 20% share of weekly wet sales, excluding VAT.
- Keep 100% of the food sales.
- Low ingoing costs, starting with just a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost. (*deposits can vary dependant on business – ask us for more details*)
- Accommodation included with most bills covered, except the council tax & TV License.
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