The Rising Sun, 32 Bowden Hill, Lacock, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 2PP

LOCATION

The village of Lacock is described by the National Trust as a quintessential village. There is lots to discover in Lacock with traditional stone cottages, the Old Work House, Medieval Tythe Barn, Old Lockup and the village church.

Lacock village is a firm favourite for tv and film producers. The village was featured in Downton Abbey and Harry Potter amongst many other blockbusters!

The stunning Lacock Abbey is a National Trust owned country house and another great reason for visitors to come to the area.

The Rising Sun is on the edge of the village just a few minutes drive from the Abbey.

Absolutely stunning views are enjoyed from The Rising Sun which is a particular reason why customers love to visit.

THE BUSINESS PREMISES

Public Bar
(13.6 m x 6.5 m)
Seats 30.

A stunning bar with flagstone floor and a plethora of character features including heavy beamed ceilings, a Cotswold stone fireplace with inset wood-burning stove, wooden framed Victorian style open fireplace, part exposed stone walls.

All well decorated and presented.

Incorporated within this area is the:

Bar Servery
With dark wood panelled front and range of back bar equipment including back bar refrigerators, glass washer etc.

Foyer to:

Gents WC
(3 m x 3 m)
With non-slip floor, two urinals, WC cubicle and wash hand basin.

Ladies WC
(3 m x 3 m)
With two WC cubicles, wash hand basin and baby-changing unit.

Rear Foyer / Storage Area

Leading to:

Dining Conservatory
(7 m x 5 m)
Quality space which can seat up to 30 having hard wood floor, unique wine glass style light fittings and glorious country views.

Adjacent to the conservatory is a:

The "Lodge"
(9.5 m x 3.6 m)
Seating 34.

This newly timber built permanent structure has heavy-duty roll up clear screens to one side allowing for glorious views while keeping the weather in or out.

There's decked flooring, timber beams and electric heaters ensuring this space can be used all through the year.

Commercial Kitchen
(3.4 m x 3.6 m)
With commercial extract hood and a range of equipment including 6-ring commercial hob and oven, Unox Chef Top combination oven, griddle, deep fat fryer and a range of additional stainless steel equipment.

Store Room
(3.3 m x 3.6 m)
With non-slip floor, stainless steel double deep bowl sink unit, commercial dishwasher and large refrigerator.

Cupboard Store Area

Leads to:

Cellar
(3.3 m x 3 m)

FIRST FLOOR - LETTING SUITE

There is a letting apartment, which is self-contained and was newly designed and constructed in 2022.

The suite includes:

* One double bedroom (sleeps two)
* One adult bunk bedroom (sleeps two)
* One living room with double sofa bed (sleeps two)
* Luxury bathroom

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION

Also self-contained and to the First Floor, constructed in 2022.

The private quarters comprises of a:

* Lounge
* One bedroom
* New shower room
* Kitchenette

OUTSIDE

Three Customer Pods
Within this splendid garden there are three 2.4 m x 2.4 m metal framed customer pods with weather proof transparent covers, heating and timber decked floors.

Each pod seats 10 customers and enjoys of course, fabulous country views.

Outside Bar / Kitchen
(3.4 m x 4 m)
With fitted bar (with draught beer dispense) refrigerated units, deep fat fryers, griddles, all capable of producing a simple food offer alongside a very useful outside bar.

Adjacent Store
(4 m x 4.5 m)
With cellar area for outside bar and additional cold storage.

Terrace
Beyond the inside seating areas there is a long bench on the first terrace capable of seating circa 16.

Garden
The main pub garden has 23 'picnic bench style' tables seating 100.

Stunning Newly Built Decked Area
Has 14 tables that offer breath-taking valley views on a newly constructed decked area.

Newly Constructed Children's Play Area

Car Park
For 70.

Three Acres of Paddock

Private Patio

Leads to:

Covered Log Store, Shed and Cold Store

Leads to:

Private Lawned Garden

Septic Tank Drainage, mains electric.

Bar Servery

THE BUSINESS

For the year ended December 2023, the business enjoyed a turnover (gross) in the sum of circa £750,000.

The business enjoys excellent returns and full profit details can be provided on signing of a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

TENURE

The Rising Sun is subject to a 10-year lease which commenced in 2020.

There is a rent deposit of £10,000 payable to the landlords.

Rent is payable monthly in advance.

The tenant is responsible for the upkeep of the building with the exception of the roof, which is the landlords responsibility.

The lease is fully renewable under the terms of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954.

Rateable Value
Current rateable value (1 April 2023 to present) £11,500.