Bournemouth Road, Charlton Marshall, Dorset

The Charlton Inn is a cherished village pub at the heart of Charlton Marshall, drawing loyal locals and visitors from across Dorset. It offers the charm of a classic village inn, combining a lively bar with a strong food trade built on hearty, well‑executed dishes. With revenue from six letting rooms ready to be further developed, the pub presents an exciting opportunity to enhance its already successful business mix and deliver the full experience of a quintessential village pub.

The Charlton Inn is warm and welcoming with a strong traditional feel. Entering from the roadside takes you straight into the atmospheric bar area, offering 20 covers, stone flooring, and a characterful log burner that encourages guests to settle in. This flows into a cosy dining room with space for an additional 24 covers, ideal for everyday dining or private events. A second entrance from the car park leads into the main dining area, home to 28 covers and styled with bric‑a‑brac and classic décor that reinforces the pub’s busy, traditional atmosphere. Conveniently located in this part of the building are the toilets, including accessible facilities. Behind the bar sits the well‑equipped kitchen, while the cellar is positioned at ground level for easy access.
To the rear is the purpose‑built accommodation block, offering six well‑appointed rooms across two storeys. These rooms represent a significant growth opportunity with the right focus and some targeted investment. Externally, the pub benefits from a large, easily accessible car park with 30 spaces, plus two outdoor trading areas: a roadside lawn with picnic benches and a rear garden adding 80 outside covers.

Charlton Inn Highlights:

Fair Maintainable Trade (FMT): £525,000 per annum
Rent: £51,725 per annum
Six under‑utilised letting rooms ready for development
Vibrant village pub with loyal local following
Strong food reputation built on classic dishes
Large, easily accessed car park
Prominent position on the A350 at the village centre
Two garden areas offering further development potential
Well‑designed layout with distinct bar and dining spaces
Quality domestic accommodation
Private Accommodation:

Private accommodation is accessed from the rear and includes two double bedrooms, a living room, an office with access to attic storage, a kitchen, and a bathroom/WC. The layout is flexible — the living room can easily become a third bedroom if needed. The accommodation is well decorated and in good overall condition.

Charlton Marshall is a thriving and rapidly growing village located just two miles south of Blandford St Mary and six miles north of Wimborne. Recent housing developments have boosted the local population to over 2,000, bringing fresh energy and opportunity to the area. The village has a welcoming, community‑driven atmosphere enjoyed by families and older residents alike. With the A350 running directly through the centre, road access is excellent, linking the Charlton Inn conveniently to nearby towns and wider Dorset.

Top Line Figures

Rent: £51,750 pa fixed
Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £525K per annum net
Minimum initial investment £35,500
Estimated Operating Profit £49,722 based on FMT*
*Estimated figures for illustration only cannot be guaranteed

E&OE

Full Investment Breakdown**
Fixtures & Fittings: To be confirmed subject to valuation (VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings).
Illustration of Year 1 Ingoings (excludes rent) inc VAT
Deposit £ 7,500 VAT N/A
Training Fee £ 1,200
Change of DPS £ 300
Digital Asset Fee £ 300
Working Capital*** £10,000 VAT N/A
F&F (Outright Purchase Option A) £43,200
F&F (Purchase Agreement Option B) £16,200
Total Option A £62,500
Total Option B £35,500


Additional Information
Estimated Wet/Dry/Rooms Split: 43%/42%/15%
Business Rates: RV £19,250 (Rates liability: £7,546 if no relief)
Available From: 1st June 2026
Application Closing Date: 30/04/2026
E&OE

Trade

The Charlton Inn remains a popular village pub, balancing a solid drink trade with relaxed, traditional dining. The food offer centres on classic favourites that particularly appeal to its older customer base. Meanwhile, the letting rooms — though under‑developed — hold real potential to become a major revenue driver with some attention and modest investment. The pub enjoys a loyal following and a strong position in the village, with an opportunity for a new operator to modernise thoughtfully while keeping its timeless charm intact. A breakdown of trade volumes is available on request.

“The Charlton Inn offers a thriving bar trade, a strong food reputation, and the added appeal of six letting rooms. We’re looking for a Business Partner who appreciates the pub’s traditional heritage while bringing fresh ideas and a forward‑thinking approach to help unlock the full potential of the business.”

Ian Pearson
Business Development Partner

Misrepresentation
*Fair Maintainable Trade (FMT):

FMT is the level of turnover and profit that we believe that the business is capable of delivering if being operated competently. The FMT is usually calculated by the Business Development Partner for the pub to rent, who will produce a shadow profit and loss account for the business which supports the rent. A copy of the shadow profit and loss account will be provided during the recruitment process.

Code of Practice:

Please see our Code of Practice for more information on FMT and rent. The Fair Maintainable Trade is not a guarantee of levels of trade or profit that will be made from the business – we strongly recommend you seek appropriate independent legal and business advice as part of your Business Plan.

**The Full Investment Breakdown:

The Full Investment Breakdown for each public house is higher than the minimum investment we will accept. This is because potential Business Partners with the minimum investment available can still be accepted as we are able to offer them financial support for the rest of the monies.

***Working Capital:

The working capital incorporates the purchase of stock, glassware, loose catering effects and valuer fees – please note the number quoted on this website are based on estimates. The exact costs will be determined on the day you take on the public house by independent valuers and stock takers. Please see our Code of Practice for more information about investment.

****Business Rates Payable:

This figure reflects the current multipliers for 2025/2026 and the 40% hospitality relief, effective until 31/03/2026.