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Property details
The Railway is located in the centre of Southend. Southend city centre attracts professionals and students either for work or its popular nightlife. The site itself is situated next to the busy Southend railway station. There are a high number of tourists and students in the area as well as over 22,500 permanent residents of medium affluence living within a 20-minute walk time of the pub.
The pub will be undergoing a refurbishment which will cover the interior and exterior of the pub. A significant refurbishment will transform the Railway into a stylish city centre pub. Redecorations throughout will breathe a new lease of life into this pub. The landlords investment will allow for an all-new bar to be installed, new seating, a kitchen, and ‘instagrammable’ features such as a piano hanging from the ceiling. Additionally, there will be new lighting throughout the pub and complete refurbishments to all toilets.
Externally, the pub will receive a full redecoration which will include new signage and lighting (subject to planning approval). There will also be newly covered drinking areas and a new stage area for live music.
The private accommodation consists of a one-bedroom self-contained flat with a kitchen and bathroom. On the same floor, there are a further three rooms that can be used as living room/bedroom or staff rooms. Where required there will be appropriate works carried out in line with the landlords ready to trade promise.
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The Railway is a well-known site in Southend. The planned refurbishment and its focus on live music give the pub bags of potential. With new kitchen equipment, the pub will be able to provide a food offer as well as tap into the existing but growing local circuit for premium lagers and craft beers. The pub's décor will make it stand out and signal a premium offering. 64 internal covers and 66 external will set up the Railway to be the best bar in the area. This is a pub business with great potential, all we’re missing is the right person to drive it forward.
The newly refurbished Railway will offer:
- A quality assorted food menu including specials and pub classics
- The full Heineken range of beers and craft beers from market-leading brands such as Beavertown and Brixton.
- Premium spirits, minerals, and cocktails.
- Fantastic wine selection.
- Regular live entertainment, such as live music, will also play a role in the pub's offer.
- Coffee, to attract day trade.
If you’ve benefited from running or owning a pub business, the landlords would love to hear what experience you can bring.
The right operator for the Railway Hotel will have extensive experience in destination food outlet hospitality businesses. They will have a clear vision for their food and drinks menu, marketing strategy, and entertainment offer and can create a memorable experience for their customers.
If this sounds like the incredible pub opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply today and tell the landlords what you can bring to this pubs next chapter.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
8M9JTW / 2302820101
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Agreement Type:
Lease
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£93,241.00
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Annual Rent:
£54,964.00
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 £54,964
Estimated Annual Turnover £789,254
Deposit £13,741
Estimated Fixtures & Fittings Value £70,000
Estimated Stock Valuation £6,000
Estimated Working Capital £3,500
Estimated Total Ingoing Costs £93,241
Estimated Minimum Ingoing Costs £93,241
The above figures are provided as a guide only and will be finalised as part of the commercial agreement. All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT.