The Crown Inn, High Street, Northwold

Location

The Crown Inn is situated in the Norfolk village of Northwold, a village with a population of just over 1,100 residents, lying approximately 11 miles from Downham Market, 18 miles from King's Lynn and 13 miles from Thetford. Nearby attractions include Thetford Forest, Center Parcs Elveden Forest and Oxburgh Hall. The closest train stations are that of Downham Market, Brandon and Thetford.

Property Information

The Crown Inn is a public house with residential accommodation above. The current owners took the Crown Inn over in July 2019 but have ceased trading in the last few years. During their ownership, they have extensively renovated the building and put in over £50,000.00 worth of investment in the venue. The Crown Inn occupies a detached two-storey house of brick and stone construction. The building is not listed but is located within a conservation area.

The property previously had planning for the construction of three ancillary accommodation units at the rear, which could allow the new owner to generate a further income stream. This planning application has now lapsed and would need to be resubmitted to the local council planning department if wanted.

Trade Areas

To the front of the building is a patio area which allows outdoor seating for approximately 18 people. The main bar area has seating space for approximately 22 people with tiled flooring and a fireplace with feature brick surround and multi-fuel burner. The commercial kitchen is accessed from the main bar area. The restaurant area allows seating for approximately 24 people with a further dining area allowing seating for approximately 18. Toilets are located on the ground floor.

Outside there is a garden area allowing trade seating and a car park allowing space for approximately 20 vehicles.

Owners Accommodation

The first floor houses the owners accommodation which comprises of three bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bathroom. The accommodation is charged Band B council tax rates with King's Lynn & West Norfolk Council.

Services

Various items within the property will be included in the sale. An inventory of fixtures/fittings can be provided upon request.

Mains water and electricity, oil central heating, kitchen cooking facilities supplied via LPG, septic tank drainage.

The current Vendors have advised that the business is currently exempt from business rates. They have also advised that the flat is charged at Band B level council tax with King's Lynn & West Norfolk Council.