The Woodman, Battersea High Street, Wandsworth, London

Here is an exciting opportunity to rent The Woodman, a well-established and much loved community pub in the heart of Battersea, one of Southwest London’s most desirable and dynamic neighbourhoods. Recently refurbished, the Woodman is a characterful building offering both casual dining and drinking spaces with a distinct Craft vibe. On entry guests are greeted with a pleasing interior featuring a mixture of soft seating and high top tables adjacent to the large bar finished with ‘craft style’ wall mounted taps. This flows through to a flexible space and an interactive darts area. The 100 cover dining room is towards to rear of the building with an entrance to the excellent rear garden complete with covered seating and its own woodfired pizza oven. Positioned within a strong residential catchment and benefiting from consistent footfall, The pub with enduring appeal and a solid wet trade holds significant scope for further growth through food sales.

Woodman Highlights:

Fair Maintainable Trade (FMT) turnover – £700K per annum net
Rent 8.25% of net turnover
High Street Location
Characterful “Craft vibe” pleasing interior with over 100 covers
Large bar with area equipped for interactive darts
Feature garden with wood fired pizza oven and 40 additional covers
Opportunity to grow sales through an enhanced food offer
Bustling neighbourhood with large reliable footfall
Great transport links
Spacious 3 bedroom private accommodation

Private Accommodation:

The domestic accommodation comprises of three bedrooms, two double and one single, an open plan kitchen/diner, bathroom and office.

The Woodman is located in Battersea, a thriving and well-established area of Southwest London, renowned for its strong sense of community, affluence and continued regeneration.

Battersea combines the character of a traditional London neighbourhood with the energy of a modern urban destination. The area benefits from a dense residential population made up of long-term residents, young professionals and families, providing a broad and dependable customer base throughout the week.

The town is exceptionally well connected, with easy access to central London via nearby train and underground services, Clapham Junction is a ten minutes’ walk away, and bus routes are plentiful. Recent transport improvements to the area have further enhanced accessibility increasing potential for both daytime and evening trade.

Top Line Figures

Rent: 8.25% of net turnover, with a minimum base of £49.100
Initial Investment: minimum £47,250
Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £700K per annum net
Annual rent illustration based on FMT: £49,100
Estimated Operating Profit £51,165 pa based on FMT*
*Estimated figures for illustration only cannot be guaranteed

E&OE

Full Investment Breakdown**
Fixtures & Fittings: To be confirmed subject to valuation (VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings).
Illustration of Year 1 Ingoings (excludes rent) inc VAT
Deposit £ 7,500 N/A
Training Fee £ 1,200
Change of DPS £ 300
Digital Asset Fee £ 300
Working Capital*** £15,000 N/A
F&F (Outright Purchase Option A) £63,600
F&F (Purchase Agreement Option B) £23,850
Total Option A £87,000
Total Option B £47,250

Additional Information

Estimated Wet/Dry Split: 65%/35%
Business Rates**** Payable: £25,960 pa
Available From: July 2026
Closing Date for Applications: 30/04/2026
E&OE

Trade

Trade has been growing since its refurbishment in September 2024. The business is currently trading wet only which presents the opportunity to launch a new food offer with a bang. Historically the business has derived strong sales from its woodfired pizza offer which is unique to the area. A full breakdown of trade volumes is available on request.

"This unique business requires an experienced operator with a proven track record in both food and wet-led trade. You will understand how to balance a busy bar with quality dining, keep standards consistently high and spot opportunities to grow sales. The successful applicant(s) will need to be natural leaders with the ability to motivate, inspire and connect with people. Previous experience of running a similar pub in London is preferable but not essential”

Peter Hurdle

Business Development Partner

Misrepresentation
*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.