The Royal Oak – Broadwas, Worcester (WR6 5NE)
Community Food Partnership Opportunity
The Royal Oak is a well‑known, food‑led community pub situated in the heart of Broadwas, a picturesque Worcestershire village located on the banks of the River Teme, approximately six miles west of Worcester on the A44. As the only pub in the village, The Royal Oak plays a central role in local life while also benefiting from passing trade, countryside tourism and visitors drawn to the surrounding Malvern Hills.
Broadwas is a close‑knit rural community with a strong identity, hosting regular village activity and seasonal events. The pub is well positioned as both a destination and community hub, making it ideal for an operator who enjoys building strong local relationships alongside delivering a high‑quality food offer.
The Business Opportunity
The Royal Oak has historically enjoyed a strong reputation as a high‑volume, food‑led business, particularly renowned for its Sunday Carvery. Experience with carvery operations is preferred but not essential, making this an excellent opportunity for a food‑focused operator ready to lead a busy, well‑loved pub.
The business enjoys solid existing trade and is supported by the scale to deliver volume food effectively:
- Weekly turnover: £20,000–£25,000
- Trade split: Approximately 20% wet / 80% dry
- Capacity: Approximately 180 covers
The pub is due to undergo financial investment, providing a strong platform for future growth. As such, this opportunity would particularly suit an operator with return on investment (ROI) experience, who can maximise the benefits of investment through strong commercial management, food innovation and community‑led growth initiatives.
With a driven and engaged operator in place, there is clear potential to further increase both wet and dry sales, through effective use of the space, continued food excellence and proactive community engagement.
Private Accommodation
The Royal Oak benefits from spacious private living accommodation, ideal for long‑term operators or family living:
- Three good‑sized bedrooms
- Separate kitchen
- Living room
- Bathroom
Why The Royal Oak?
This is a rare chance to take on a high‑profile, food‑led community pub with a loyal customer base, strong historic reputation and significant forthcoming investment. For the right operator, The Royal Oak offers both commercial scale and genuine community connection, with the opportunity to grow a thriving business at the heart of village life.
What’s in it for you?
- 26% share of weekly sales (excluding VAT) plus a guaranteed annual retained sum of £35K (released weekly)
- Incentive bonuses based on business performance and standard audits.
- Low ingoing costs, starting with just a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost.
- Accommodation included with most bills covered, except the council tax & TV Licence
