The Old George, Poplar Terrace, High Bickington, Devon EX37 9AY

LOCATION

The Old George Inn is a historic pub located at Poplar Terrace, High Bickington, nestled in the scenic Torridge district of North Devon. Positioned on a rural hill ridge just west of the River Taw valley, this 16th-century thatched property serves as a cosy community hub right near the village post office. It sits amidst rolling cultivated hills and wooded valleys, providing a peaceful countryside escape within driving distance of nearby Barnstaple, Great Torrington and South Molton.

THE BUSINESS PREMISES

Main Bar
(8.77 m x 4.60 m)
Having a stone fronted bar servery with solid oak top, beamed ceilings, part exposed stone walls, half panelled walls, carpeted floor and wood burning stove inset to a lovely old fireplace with slate hearth.

This area can seat around 30 customers.

Bar Servery
Fitted with a range of equipment including back bar fridge, glass washer and ice machine.

Snug Bar / Games Room
(3.61 m x 5.38 m)
Also having beamed ceilings, part exposed stone wall and half panelled walls.

Kitchen / Wash Up
(2.97 m x 2.43 m)
Having stainless steel encased commercial dish washer, double bowl sink unit, stainless steel worktops, tiled floor and non-slip flooring.

Commercial Kitchen
(4.86 m x 3.01 m)
Also having non-slip flooring, six-ring commercial hob and oven, double pan deep fat fryer and a range of other refrigerated equipment.

Function Room / Skittle Alley
(10.3 m x 5.24 m)
A space that can easily seat another 20 customers.

Ladies WC and Gents WC

FIRST FLOOR

Private Accommodation. Hallway leading to:

Bedroom 1
(3.52 m x 3.51 m)

Bedroom 2
(2.36 m x 3.65 m)

Bedroom 3
(3.81 m x 4.21 m)

Lounge
(4.23 m x 4.99 m)

Bathroom
With white suite.

Kitchenette
With sink unit and plumbing for washing machine together with floor and wall kitchen units.

OUTSIDE

To the rear there is access to the beer cellar and a small lawned garden with seating for around 20, together with a covered smoking shelter for 10.

TENURE

The business is available on the basis of a brand new commercial lease which is assignable completely free of tie.

Rent:
£15,600 in Year 1 (£300 p.w.)
£18,200 in Year 2 (£350 p.w.)
£20,800 in Year 3 (£400 p.w.)

Rent is subject to VAT (at 90% of the overall) which can be reclaimed through a VAT return.

Rateable Value
From 1 April 2026 it is £6,100. This is not the amount that you will pay.

Most will qualify for 100% rates relief.