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Function Room
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Car Park
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Childrens Play Area
Property details
The Fleece Inn is a stunning 17th Century, Grade II* listed, traditional stone-built building situated in the market town of Elland, West Yorkshire. The pub itself is a short walk away from both the town centre and the River Calder and is surrounded by a mix of residential properties and local businesses. The local population totals over 300,000 residents within a 5-mile radius of the pub, giving a strong catchment area for potential trade.
Both of the main front doors lead into the main bar area, featuring period fixtures and fittings, stone floors, exposed stone walls, and wooden beams reflecting the heritage of the building. The entrance hall to the left of the pub leads to the toilets, with an access door to the main bar. The main bar seating area caters to approximately 25-30 covers and is served by one central bar stocking a range of popular products. Access to the well-appointed catering kitchen is located at the rear of the bar servery. To the right and rear of the main bar is a separate games room with a pool table, dartboard, and TV, and a small snug seating area is situated at the front. Further to the right of the pub is the large, split-level function room area. On the ground floor, there is a separate bar, kitchen area, servery, and dance floor with a DJ booth, and loose seating for 25-30 covers, with stairs leading up to a mezzanine level featuring period seating for an additional 25 covers and exposed beams.
Externally to the front, the Fleece boasts a beautiful beer garden with bench seating and a children's play area, along with parking for approximately 15 vehicles. Additional parking for approximately 10 vehicles can be found at the rear of the pub, along with separate entrances to the bar and kitchen.
The private accommodation is on the first floor, is in good order and features a lounge, kitchen, bathroom and three bedrooms. An additional room is currently used as an office but could easily be used as a fourth bedroom if required.
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Experienced Operator
Trading style
The Fleece currently trades with approximately 60:40 wet/dry split, although the development of the food trade would be a priority for any potential operator given the local demographic and style of the pub. Pub teams in pool and darts are potentially in place for the upcoming seasons, and the popular function room provides an extra income stream. There is a good, established regular trade that provides a solid foundation for growth, and the garden area provides a welcome seasonal boost during the summer months.
The landlords are looking to work with an experienced food operator to build on the current established trade and take this stunning pub to the next level. Fostering current relationships with the local community will be essential to establishing a strong day-to-day trade, and strong plans should be in place to build every aspect of the business, from local drinks trade to destination food and function customers from further afield.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IU3WDL / P03396
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£15,000.00
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Annual Rent:
£38,000.00
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: £38,000 – Initial start-up rent £21,000
Security Deposit: £5,000
Working Capital: £4,000
Stock: £6,000
F&F: TBC – funding options may be available for the right licensee.