Ipswich Road, Needham Market

Traditional country pub and restaurant with spacious beer garden, private owner’s accommodation and large car park, situated in a prime countryside location in Suffolk.

The Lion, Needham Market. - Paul Hubbard Commercial is delighted to present this opportunity to purchase the freehold for a popular and well-located freehouse pub in the Suffolk countryside.

Needham Market is a charming market town in Suffolk, ideally positioned just 9 miles north of Ipswich, 18 miles southeast of Bury St Edmunds, and 45 miles south of Norwich, making it a convenient location for commuting and accessing major urban centres. The town is surrounded by picturesque Suffolk countryside, characterised by rolling fields, tranquil rivers, and scenic walking paths, offering an appealing rural lifestyle with easy access to local amenities.

Needham Market boasts a rich history, a vibrant community, and excellent transport links, including a local train station and proximity to the A14, enhancing its appeal as a desirable location for both businesses and residents.

The pub itself has been successfully run by it’s current owners for nearly 40 years, offering local ales and fantastic home cooked meals 5 days per week. It has been a profitable business and has a lot of growth potential under new ownership, however due to retirement the current owners have decided to put it on the market.

The building itself dates back to the early 17th century and has operated as a pub ever since, so the new owners will be taking on a business with is steeped in local history, and one which has provided a great location for locals to socialise for centuries.

The pub includes a spacious, fully equipped commercial kitchen, a cosy bar and seating area, a restaurant with capacity for 60+ covers, private owner’s accommodation with 2/3 bedrooms, ample storage areas, a basement cellar, private owner’s garden, a large beer garden and outdoor seating area, and a car park with capacity for 30+ vehicles.

Due to the extensive car park and outdoor area, this is a perfect location to host outdoor events, pop up kitchens, beer festivals, birthday parties. etc.