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Restaurant/Dining
Property details
The Horse and Groom is conveniently located on East Street, less than half a mile from the bustling town centre of Sudbury, Suffolk. This historic market town offers a wealth of cultural and historical attractions for visitors, including buildings dating back to the 17th century and connections to renowned artists like John Constable and Thomas Gainsborough. Sudbury continues to thrive as a vibrant community, hosting a weekly market in the town square and a larger farmers' market once a month. Sudbury benefits from excellent transport links, with the A131 and A134 roads providing easy access to nearby towns and cities such as Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, and Chelmsford. The town is also served by a railway station close to the centre, with regular services to Marks Tey, where travellers can connect to London Liverpool Street, Colchester, and other key destinations.
The Horse & Groom is a good-sized pub, newly redecorated externally, featuring an L-shaped bar and a separate pool room. There is a trade kitchen area behind the bar and also an attractive patio garden to the side with a smoking solution and a good-sized car park. Walking through the front door of the pub which is located to the left of the main frontage, you will find a small porch area. To the right of this area, you will find the main bar with the long servery, low-level seating and log burner for a cosy and traditional atmosphere. Through past the bar, you will find the darts area, flat-screen televisions and access to the toilets as well as a door to the outside decking space. Straight ahead from the entrance porch, there is a conveniently located pool room and then on your left, you will find the main access to the external drinking space for approximately 60 seated. The cellar is accessed through an opening in the bar floor and the accommodation has its own entrance, but can also be accessed from behind the bar.
The private accommodation consists of a lounge, two good-sized bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom and a small office room, situated upstairs to the pub and can be accessed from behind the bar or from the owner's private entrance.
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Live Entertainment
Trading style
The Horse & Groom trades seven days a week and serves as a central hub for the local community. The pub is well-known for its vibrant atmosphere, with regular live entertainment, televised sports, and active pub sports teams contributing to a dynamic weekly schedule. Offering a diverse selection of both standard and premium drinks, The Horse & Groom provides an inviting space for locals to meet, socialize, and unwind. While the pub has hosted various community events in the past and previously offered a full food menu, the current focus is on delivering quality drinks and bar snacks, creating a relaxed and enjoyable environment for all who visit.
The Horse & Groom has recently undergone a major external redecoration, giving the pub a fresh and fantastic new look. This presents an exciting opportunity for a new licensee to build on the strong foundations laid by the current management. The ideal candidate will be someone who can maintain a close watch on costs while identifying ways to increase throughput in key categories such as cask ale and wines. With its prime location and strong community presence, The Horse & Groom has the potential to become the best community pub in the area. However, with considerable competition in Sudbury, the business must offer a well-balanced range of products, from value to premium options across all categories. Introducing a simple food menu could further enhance the pub’s commercial performance, attracting a wider customer base and solidifying its status as a local favourite.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IU3WDL / P03686
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£13,000.00
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Annual Rent:
£15,950.00
The stated ingoing figures are correct at point of advertising. Please be aware there may be additional costs.
Please be aware energy performance certificates are available from the landlord.
Annual Rent: £15,950
Security Deposit: £5,000
Working Capital: £4,000
Stock: £4,000
F&F: TBC – funding options may be available for the right licensee.