The Village Inn, Richardson Place, Kirk Merrington, nr Spennymoor, DL16 7JQ

The Village Inn is an attractive, two-storey stone-built public house set beneath a traditional pitched slate roof, with single-storey extensions to the side and rear.

This well-maintained and characterful property sits proudly in the heart of Kirk Merrington, a sought-after village known for its elevated views and community charm.

Over the years, The Village Inn has established a strong and loyal customer base, benefiting from both local trade and visitors drawn to the area’s natural beauty and historical interest.

The Village Inn stands in the centre of the charming County Durham village, Kirk Merrington, which lies approximately six miles to the south of Durham city and close to the towns of Spennymoor, Ferryhill, Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe.

Eight miles north of Darlington, Kirk Merrington is close to the A1(M) and A167, offering convenient travel links across the North East.

Bar ARea: Seating for approximately 30 guests, complete with a pool table area and a central bar servery - perfect for casual drinks and social gatherings.

Lounge: A cosy space with seating for 15, featuring exposed stone walls, a TV screen, and its own bar access - ideal for relaxed evenings or small groups.

Restaurant: Spacious and inviting, the restaurant accommodates up to 80 covers and is furnished with a quality selection of tables and chairs, making it suitable for everything from family meals to private functions.

Ancillary Areas: The property includes a fully equipped commercial kitchen, a preparation room behind the main bar, cellar and well-maintained customer toilets, including a disabled-access facility.

The Village Inn benefits from an outdoor seating area or beer garden as well as a large car park with 21 car parking spaces.

A well presented spacious two bedroom flat with a lounge, kitchen and bathroom.

The Village Inn is popular and well respected in the village and surrounding areas.

With its combination of traditional architecture, modern hospitality, and a prime village location, The Village Inn presents an excellent opportunity for continued success in the vibrant County Durham hospitality scene.

Our client has owned the Village Inn for a number of years and is now looking to retire.

Profit and loss accounts for the year ending 5 April 2024 show sales figures of c.£300,000, a gross profit of £150,000.

Accounts are available on request.

Monday to Sunday: 12:00pm – 9.00pm

The current Rateable Value (1 April 2026 to present) is £12,500. This is the rateable value of the property. It is not what you pay in business rates or rent. Your local council uses the rateable value to calculate the business rates bill.

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