We currently have these pub tenancies available, see details below.
The Castle Tavern occupies an enviable position adjacent to the newly developed Westgate Shopping Centre within the picturesque and sought-after City of Oxford. The Castle underwent a complete refurbishment in 2017, opened for trade in September 2017 and is quickly establishing a reputation for quality food and ale. An experienced operator is sought to build on the strong foundations which the current tenants have laid.
If you are interested in finding out more please give us a call on 01608 737210 or email brewery@hooky.co.uk
Location: Located on Paradise Street which runs parallel to the Westgate Shopping Centre, and therefore has excellent footfall as well as being the main bus route with numerous stops. Oxford is an historic City which has a thriving student population and is busy with tourists and shoppers alike. The Castle is benefiting from it’s close and visible proximity to the Shopping Centre and is popular with locals, tourists and shoppers. The Castle will benefit from a hotel located next door, and another which will be situated 400 yards away, which will bring additional trade into the area.
Trading Area:
The trading areas comprise of: Front entrance lobby, which leads into the Main Bar Area: which has a timber bar server with metro tiled back bar with shelving. The bar area has timber flooring and a beamed ceiling. A mix of high and low-level seating on timber topped tables for up to 32 persons.
Ladies & Gents Toilets: Ladies located at mezzanine level and the gents at lower ground floor.
Lower Ground Floor Area: with natural light and door out into small rear area. There is a feature function bar built into one wall. Beamed ceiling and timber flooring. Seating to high and low-level including some fixed upholstered seats to timber topped tables. Seating for up to 40 persons. There is a Traditional Beer Cellar located at lower ground floor level.
First floor houses: Fully Equipped Catering Kitchen, Store Room off with spirit shelving. Office Space. There is also a Staff Shower Room.
Private Accommodation:
Arranged at first floor there is 1 double bedroom, which has an En-suite shower room off. Small domestic kitchenette.
External Details: There is a small area to the front of the Castle which can be used for a small number of tables and chairs.
Sales Volume: Based upon composite barrels of 36-gallon containers the volume from September 2017 to July 2018:
| 2017 – 2018
(Sept to July) |
Quantity |
| Own Draught | 73.47 |
| Own Bottle | 0.07 |
| Foreign Draught | 12.86 |
| Foreign Bottled | 2.54 |
| Cider | 12.33 |
Letting Details:
Agreement: 5 Year Tenancy Agreement.
Deposit: £8,500
Fixtures and Fittings: Estimated at £22,000 (plus VAT)
Stock: Estimated at £6,500
Rent: Year 1 Rental of £35,000
Year 2 Rental of £42,000
Free of Tie – Wines, Spirits and Minerals.
NO RPI rent clause in agreement
Utilities: All Mains Services are Connected.
Business Rates: Ratable Value £15,750
Oxford City Council.
Premises Licence:
Opening Hours: From 11:00 until 30 minutes after the end of licensable activity.
Sale of Alcohol: Sunday to Thursday: 11:00 hours to 00:00 midnight (until 01:30 hours the following day in the basement bar only).
Friday to Saturday: 11:00 hours to 01:30 hours the following day.
New Years Eve: 11:00 hours to 11:00 hours on New Year’s Day.
Licensable Activities Authorised by The Licence:
The Carpenters Arms is situated in the hamlet of Lower Boddington and occupies a prominent position therein. Well proportioned trading areas with a small car park and beer garden.
Located in the popular Northamptonshire Village of Lower Boddington which lies approximately 8 miles outside the town of Daventry. The civil parish of Boddington is split into Lower and Upper and has an overall population of over 700 people according to the 2011 census. The Carpenters Arms occupies a prominent position within the village and is located close to the M40 motorway.
Approximate distance:
Banbury lies approximately 6.5 miles to the South and provides access to the M40 motorway. Daventry lies approximately 8.5 miles to the North West. Both Warwick and Leamington Spa are both within close proximity, as is the popular National Trust venue of Avon Dassett. Cropredy, which hosts a popular annual music festival lies 3 miles South.
The trading area of the pub consists of front entrance lobby which leads through into the Restaurant Area which has a corner bar servery, timber flooring, stone-built fireplace with open fire, seating for up to 30 covers. Bar Area has timber bar servery to one wall, stone flagged flooring, raised seating area, a mix of seating styles catering for up to 20 people plus standing space.
Ancillary areas include: Ladies and Gents W. C’s. Ground floor beer cellar with drop out into rear car park. Catering Kitchen with double stainless-steel sink unit, stainless steel worktops, extract canopy and a range of appliances.
Externally the pub has a small lawned area to the front with picnic benches. There is a small car park to rear for approximately 6 vehicles. A small lawned area lies beyond this. There is an enclosed bin store located to the rear.
Private Accommodation
Arranged at first floor with separate entrance to the front allowing access to landing, 2 double bedrooms, bathroom with bath having shower fitted, pedestal wash hand basin and low flush toilet. Living Room.
Agreement: 5 Year Tenancy Agreement
Deposit: £5,000
Rent: £12,000
Tenants Trade Inventory: Estimated at circa £6,500
Stock: Estimated at circa £2,500
Free of tie on wines, spirits and minerals.
Composite Brewers Barrels: (36 gallons/288 PINTS):
Volumes to October 2018:
Own Draught 12
Foreign Draught 2
Foreign Lager 28
Cider 3
TOTAL 45
Rateable Value £10,800
General Information: South Northamptonshire Council
Licensed for:
Indoor Sporting Events
Late Night Refreshment
Recorded Music
Sale by Retail of Alcohol
Opening/Sale of Alcohol Permitted Hours:
Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 to 00:00
Friday to Saturday: 10:00 to 01:00
The Eagle Tavern is situated in the centre of the popular Oxfordshire town of Witney. It is a well-established public house with a more traditional ‘local’ feel, whilst also benefitting from being on the main drinking circuit. The pub has retained most of its original features with beamed ceilings, stone and parquet flooring and open fireplaces.
Located in the popular and ever-expanding Oxfordshire market town of Witney. The town benefits from having over 27,000 residents and is therefore West Oxfordshire’s largest town. Situated approximately 12 miles west of the historic city of Oxford with good bus services to and from the city. Witney lies on the edge of the Cotswolds with Burford approximately 5 miles distant.
Approximate distances:
The famous University City Oxford lies approximately 12 miles to the West and provides access to the M40 motorway via the A34. The A34 lies approximately 9 miles distant and provides access to the M4 to the South. Burford, known as the gateway to the Cotswolds lies approximately 5 miles and is popular with tourists.
The trading area of the pub consists of front entrance lobby which leads through into the Bar Area which has a timber bar servery and serves: Front Lounge which as seating into front bay windows, parquet flooring, fireplace with ornamental wood burner, seating for up to 20 persons and darts throw. Separate Lounge Area which has parquet flooring and a stone feature fireplace with open fire. Darts throw. Seating for up to 28 people. Rear Area which has stone flagged floor and a vaulted ceiling. Seating for up to 15 people and access out into rear garden.
Ancillary areas include: Ladies, Gents and Disabled W. C’s. Ground floor beer cellar. Catering Kitchen with stainless-steel sink unit, stainless steel worktops, extract canopy and a range of appliances. Small glass wash area off the bar.
Externally the pub has a flagged area to rear which is fully enclosed and provides seating for up to 25 people. Stone built outbuildings.
The Eagle Tavern benefits from 8 darts teams, hosts live music and quiz nights. A great locals pub which has scope to increase trade by introducing a food offer.
Private Accommodation
Arranged at first floor and comprising of landing which has an open plan office area, 2 double bedrooms. Living room with open fireplace. Kitchen with sink unit and base/wall cupboards. Bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle. Separate toilet.
Agreement: 5 Year Tenancy Agreement
Deposit: £6,500
Rent: £25,500
Tenants Trade Inventory: Estimated at circa £12,500
Stock: Estimated at circa £4,500
Discount Band: B
Free of tie on wines, spirits and minerals.
Composite Brewers Barrels: (36 gallons/288 PINTS):
Volumes to November 2018:
Own Draught 81
Own Bottled 2
Foreign Draught 19
Foreign Lager 75
Foreign Bottled 2
Cider 23
TOTAL 202
Rateable Value £25,000
General Information: West Oxfordshire District Council
Licensed for:
Provision of Films
Live, Recorded & Making Music
Performances of Dance & Dancing
Indoor Sporting Events
Late Night Refreshment
Sale by Retail of Alcohol
Opening/Sale of Alcohol Permitted Hours:
Sunday to Thursday: 08:00 to 00:30
Friday to Saturday: 08:00 to 02:30
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