The White Lion Inn, 31 Main Road, Weston, CW2 5NA

A distinctive and characterful Grade II listed property dating in part, back to the mid 17th Century. Originally constructed as a single storey dwelling with colour rendered elevations beneath a multi-pitched tiled roofline, the property has subsequently been extended with the addition of a function room, and two storey extension incorporating 17 en suite bedrooms.

The property has the distinct benefit of a large paved seating area to the front elevation, extensive lawned gardens and parking for circa 80 vehicles.

The White Lion is prominently situated upon Main Road within the semi-rural village of Weston.

The property is most easily accessible some 3 miles west of junction 16 of the M6, following the A500 west bearing left at the second roundabout on to the A531 and taking the third exit at the next roundabout, sign posted Weston, where the property can be found after approximately 0.25 mile on the right hand side.

The current owners have refurbished the main customer and trade areas to a high standard, whilst retaining original beamed ceilings and fireplaces.

Entrance porch to lounge bar (30), served by a centrally located bar servery, exposed stone floor, high stools, free-standing tables and chairs, cast iron wood burner.

Archway to snug (12), free-standing leather sofas and chairs, carpeted flooring.

Dining restaurant (80), split-level trade area offering a light and contemporary dining space. Raised peninsular seating area, feature fireplace, contemporary fixed seating with complimentary free-standing tables and chairs, a second raised dining area with fixed perimeter seating, free-standing tables and chairs.

Function/meeting room (40), part wooden panelled walls with drop down screen and projector.

Ancillary areas:
Comprehensively equipped trade kitchen, ladies and gents wc's, baby change. A second set of ladies and gents wc's available for functions. Office, dry goods store, fridge and freezer area, commercial cellar.

All fixtures and fittings are to be included within the sale however, any items that are owned by a third party or personal to our clients will be exempt.

17 well-appointed en suite letting bedrooms, each with LCD televisions, currently configured as 2 suites, 6 executive rooms and 9 comfort rooms.

The business has the advantage of a recently completed raised decking area with private bar, ideal for functions, extensive lawned gardens with free-standing tables and chairs.

Large outdoor terrace seating area to the front elevation. Excellent size car park for up to 80 vehicles.

The business has been operated by our clients for a number of years and trades as a highly regarded public house, restaurant and function venue. For details on tariffs, menus and events, please see the business' dedicated website The White Lion, Weston

The business is operated by the current owners with a complement of 6 full-time and 20 ad-hoc staff.

Annualised turnover net of VAT £1,304,137

Leasehold. 20 year free of tie lease from August 2024, subject to a passing rent of £120,000 per annum.

The Rateable Value is £72,500 with effect from April 2023. Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the local authority.

Premises licence.

Full wedding licence.