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The Fox and Hounds, Oxford Road, Donnington, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 3AP

Guide Price
£750,000

Business rates & charges may apply

Christie & Co, Pubs & Restaurants
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SECTOR

Pub for sale

Key features

  • Well established pub/restaurant
  • 98 internal covers plus 80–100 in the garden
  • High quality 3-bed owner’s accommodation
  • Planning permission for 7 rooms in barn
  • Popular events calendar - two beer festivals
  • Ample parking with overflow leased at £2,500 p.a
  • Christie & Co Ref: 3858303

Description

Description

This is a beautifully presented and well-maintained freehouse that has been trading successfully for many years under experienced ownership.

The property combines traditional charm with modern enhancements, including a recently completed air conditioned extension that has significantly increased dining capacity.

The Fox and Hounds is renowned for its high-quality food offering, warm hospitality, and attractive setting, making it a standout opportunity in the local market.

Location

The Fox and Hounds is situated in the picturesque village of Donnington, just outside Newbury in West Berkshire.

This affluent and well-connected area benefits from a strong local population and a steady stream of visitors drawn to the surrounding countryside, Donnington Castle, and the nearby town centre.

The property enjoys excellent visibility and accessibility from the Old Oxford Road, with ample passing trade and proximity to the A34 and M4 corridors, making it a popular destination for both locals and travellers.

Internal Details

Internally, the property offers a total of approximately 98 covers across three distinct areas: a 42-cover main restaurant, a 32-cover extension with contemporary finishes, and a 24-cover bar area that retains a cosy, traditional pub feel.

The layout is both functional and flexible, catering to casual diners, private events, and larger group bookings.

The interiors are tastefully decorated, blending rustic features with modern comfort, and the commercial kitchen is well-equipped to support a high-volume food operation.

Fixtures & Fittings

Commercial fixtures and fittings are included in the sale price, an inventory will be provided once a deal is agreed.

External Details

Externally, the property boasts a large and attractive garden area with seating for 80–100 covers, making it a popular choice during warmer months.

There is dedicated customer parking to the rear, as well as an overflow car park leased at a modest £2,500 per annum.

The site also includes the adjacent barn with development potential, further enhancing the long-term value of the asset.

Owner's Accommodation

The first-floor accommodation is of a notably high standard and ideally suited for an owner-operator or senior staff.

It comprises two spacious bedrooms, a comfortable lounge, a modern kitchen, and a well-appointed bathroom (could be reconfigured as a three bedroom an no lounge if preferred).

The accommodation is private, well-maintained, and provides a valuable on-site living solution.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving and well-regarded hospitality business in a sought-after location.

The Fox and Hounds enjoys a strong reputation, bolstered by a loyal customer base and a calendar of popular events, including two annual beer festivals.

A key asset is the on-site storage barn, which benefits from planning permission for seven letting bedrooms, offering significant scope for future development and income diversification.

With consistent trade, a high-quality fit-out, and clear potential for growth, this is an ideal acquisition for experienced operators or investors seeking a turnkey business with upside.

Trading Information

The business has a steady net turnover of c.£600k per annum. More account information can be made available to seriously interested parties.

Business Rates

Rateable value effective from 1 April 2023 is £26,500. This is not the rates payable. Please check with the VOA for the most up-to-date information on all rating matters.

Regulatory

Premises licence

Brochures

The Fox and Hounds, Oxford Road, Donnington, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 3AP

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Newbury Station2.4 miles
  • Newbury Racecourse Station2.5 miles
  • Thatcham Station4.4 miles

About Christie & Co, Pubs & Restaurants

Whitefriars House, 6 Carmelite Street, London, EC4Y 0BS

We’re the leading specialist advisor for buying and selling businesses in our sectors - hotels, pubs, restaurants, childcare, healthcare, convenience retail, leisure and medical.

If you’re looking to buy or sell a business in our specialist sectors – from a pharmacy in Sussex to a hotel in Austria – our expert advice and collaborative support will help you achieve your goals. You may be an independent first-time buyer or a multinational adding to your portfolio; either way, you’ll discover that our personalised service is focused on helping you achieve your ambitions.

Clients have access to our carefully managed network of potential buyers. This unique database of contacts has been continually developed by our advanced IT capabilities and benefits from both our years of experience developing our network and our wide geographical coverage.

Where we work

We employ the largest team of sector specialists in the UK and the largest group of hotel specialists in Europe, providing professional brokerage and advisory services from offices in major cities across Britain and Europe. And because we’ve been doing this for over 80 years, we know our sectors and local markets inside out. We work closely with our clients to guide and conclude transactions of any size, covering hotels, restaurants and pubs, leisure, forecourts and convenience retail businesses, social care and elderly care, childcare & education facilities, dental practices and pharmacies.

Our professional services

We offer unrivalled insight, experience and expertise across your choice of services, including brokerage, consultancy, finance, development, investment, surveying, rent reviews, dispute resolution, corporate valuation, and turnaround & recovery. These services are all underpinned by our in-depth market intelligence and leading-edge technology. And we’re accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), so you can trust in our professionalism.

What makes us tick

Businesses are about people, so relationships matter to us. We bring an integrity and transparency to business which can be all too rare – and that’s why people trust us. Our clients will attest to our genuine desire to help achieve their objectives, our attention to detail, and our tireless hard work on their behalf. We understand that buying a business can bring its own pressures and strains; needs can change, plans may need to be adjusted, and opportunities can come and go. But we’re always here, a constant, flexible and reliable force you can count on.

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