The Fox Inn Guildford Road, Rudgwick RH12
POA
- SIZE AVAILABLE
4,747 sq ft
441 sq m
- SECTOR
Pub to lease
Lease details
- Lease available date:
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Key features
- Great turnover potential FMT of £900,000
- Turnover rent 8.5% base of £57,400
- Beautiful front and rear gardens (140)
- Strong year round trade, boosted by peak summer trade
- Extensive private accommodation
- Prime location close to town
- 20 minutes from Gatwick Airport
- Dining covers (75)
- Car park (40)
Description
Location - Bucks Green, Rudgewick
The Fox Inn is snuggled beautifully in a prime location just a short drive from Horsham and within easy reach of Guildford on the A281. The A24 and A29 coast roads are 5 minutes away and the Fox Inn is just 20 minutes from Gatwick Airport.
About The Pub
The Fox is a warm and atmospheric 16th century public house situated amid the glorious countryside of the SurreySussex border. An established destination the picturesque pub oozes charm with its relaxed country retreat atmosphere, comfortable dining area; and beautiful gardens used continuously throughout the summer. The Fox serves a varied menu blending great food and award winning ales, winning a good regular following while also appealing to guests from farther afield.
Private Accommodation
The Fox Inn offers extensive private accommodation rarely found in public houses, comprising 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area and living area.
Top Line Figures
Rent: 8.5% of Turnover with a base of £57,400
Minimum Initial Investment: £28,000. plus VAT
Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £900k per annum net
Annual rent illustration based on FMT: £76,500
Full Investment Breakdown**
Fixtures & Fittings: Existing £35,000 (Inventory is an estimate net of VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings).
Illustration of Year 1 Ingoings (excludes rent) Net VAT Inc VAT
Deposit £ 7,500 N/A £ 7,500
Training Fee £ 1,000 £ 200 £ 1,200
Change of DPS £ 254 £ 46 £ 300
Digital Asset Fee £ 250 £ 50 £ 300
Working Capital*** £10,000 N/A £10,000
F&F (Outright Purchase Option A) £35,000 £ 7,000 £42,000
F&F (Purchase Agreement Option B) £ 8,750 £ 7,000 £15,750
Total Option A £54,004 £ 7,296 £61,300
Total Option B £27,754 £ 7,296 £35,050
Additional Information
Estimated Wet/Dry Split: 45%/55%
Business Rates**** Payable: £9,281 pa
Available From: Oct 25
Closing date for applications: 31/08/25
E&OE
Trade
The Fox is busiest over the weekend. It currently trades 5 full days a week with drinks only on Monday and Tuesday evening. There is a real opportunity to turn this into a 7 days a week business to grow on an already succsessful reputation. The guest base is viared with seniors, families, destination diners, alongside a strong community led weekday wet trade.
"The pub requires applicants who have a strong background in catering, and who will be able to build on the established reputation of the business. It will require some continuity and a good sense of community to maintain the feel of the pub and its position in the local area. The Fox Inn would be ideally suited to a couple, one of whom is capable of running a busy kitchen"
Pete Hurdle
Business Development Partner
*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.
The Fox Inn is snuggled beautifully in a prime location just a short drive from Horsham and within easy reach of Guildford on the A281. The A24 and A29 coast roads are 5 minutes away and the Fox Inn is just 20 minutes from Gatwick Airport.
About The Pub
The Fox is a warm and atmospheric 16th century public house situated amid the glorious countryside of the SurreySussex border. An established destination the picturesque pub oozes charm with its relaxed country retreat atmosphere, comfortable dining area; and beautiful gardens used continuously throughout the summer. The Fox serves a varied menu blending great food and award winning ales, winning a good regular following while also appealing to guests from farther afield.
Private Accommodation
The Fox Inn offers extensive private accommodation rarely found in public houses, comprising 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area and living area.
Top Line Figures
Rent: 8.5% of Turnover with a base of £57,400
Minimum Initial Investment: £28,000. plus VAT
Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £900k per annum net
Annual rent illustration based on FMT: £76,500
Full Investment Breakdown**
Fixtures & Fittings: Existing £35,000 (Inventory is an estimate net of VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings).
Illustration of Year 1 Ingoings (excludes rent) Net VAT Inc VAT
Deposit £ 7,500 N/A £ 7,500
Training Fee £ 1,000 £ 200 £ 1,200
Change of DPS £ 254 £ 46 £ 300
Digital Asset Fee £ 250 £ 50 £ 300
Working Capital*** £10,000 N/A £10,000
F&F (Outright Purchase Option A) £35,000 £ 7,000 £42,000
F&F (Purchase Agreement Option B) £ 8,750 £ 7,000 £15,750
Total Option A £54,004 £ 7,296 £61,300
Total Option B £27,754 £ 7,296 £35,050
Additional Information
Estimated Wet/Dry Split: 45%/55%
Business Rates**** Payable: £9,281 pa
Available From: Oct 25
Closing date for applications: 31/08/25
E&OE
Trade
The Fox is busiest over the weekend. It currently trades 5 full days a week with drinks only on Monday and Tuesday evening. There is a real opportunity to turn this into a 7 days a week business to grow on an already succsessful reputation. The guest base is viared with seniors, families, destination diners, alongside a strong community led weekday wet trade.
"The pub requires applicants who have a strong background in catering, and who will be able to build on the established reputation of the business. It will require some continuity and a good sense of community to maintain the feel of the pub and its position in the local area. The Fox Inn would be ideally suited to a couple, one of whom is capable of running a busy kitchen"
Pete Hurdle
Business Development Partner
*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.
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The Fox Inn Guildford Road, Rudgwick RH12
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Christ's Hospital Station4.9 miles
- Billingshurst Station5.0 miles
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