The Jolly Sailor, High Street Hanham, Bristol, BS15 3DQ

The Jolly Sailor is a two‑storey semi‑detached public house constructed in 1899. Built in local brick with Bath‑stone dressings and topped with a pitched tiled roof, the building is attractive and traditional appearance, but is not listed or in a conservation area.

The main open plan trading area is on the ground floor, with a centrally positioned bar and mixed seating and tables. The trade kitchen, beer cellar and supporting storage spaces are also on this level.

There is an additional trading space/function room with bar to the first floor where the customer WCs, a staff room and a manager’s office are also situated.

To the rear, there is an enclosed outside trading terrace.

Located just four miles from Bristol Temple Meads and within easy reach of Bath and the M4, Hanham is a popular and well‑connected suburb on the eastern edge of the city. The area offers a strong blend of convenience, character, and community appeal.

The Jolly Sailor sits in a prime position on Hanham High Street, surrounded by established neighbourhoods and a healthy mix of national retailers and independent businesses. Several local parks and green spaces are within walking distance, providing attractive outdoor areas for families, dog walkers and community events. Nearby churches, sports clubs and community centres add to the friendly and well‑supported local atmosphere.

Hanham benefits from a stable residential population and a strong demographic profile, with a high proportion of long‑term homeowners and a well‑engaged community. These qualities, alongside its accessible location and appealing surroundings, make the area an excellent setting for a thriving hospitality business.

Ground Floor
•Trading Area
•Bar counter
•Trade kitchen
•Beer cellar
•Storage

First Floor
•Trading Area/Function Room
•Staff room
•Office
•Customer WCs

The trade fixtures and fittings are included in the sale and we are advised they are free from loan, lease and hire purchase agreements.

This is with the exception of the coffee machine and a few other minor items which will be listed in due course.

Enclosed beer terrace to the rear of the property and external seating to the front.

The Jolly Sailor presents an excellent opportunity for an incoming operator to acquire a substantial, well‑established public house in a strong suburban trading location.

Positioned on Hanham High Street, there is steady footfall and large local residential customer base.

The property offers generous internal trading areas across two floors, supported by two bar serveries, a commercial kitchen and a range of operational facilities.

Externally, there is large terrace which provides valuable additional trade space, during warmer months, plus seating to the front.

With its attractive period building, strong local demographics and accessible location , the Jolly Sailor is suited to a range of operating models and a new buyer has the opportunity to revitalise the business by enhancing the food and drink offer.

A full staff list will be made available in due course.

TBC

The current trading hours are:

Monday-Thursday: 10.00am to 11.00pm
Friday-Saturday: 10.00am to 12.00am
Sunday: 10.00am to 10.30pm

Leasehold
Lease start date: 22/07/2024
Lease Length: 20 years
Rent: £60,000

Rateable Value effective from 1st April 2023: £47,500.

Interested parties can obtain the latest rating information about this property by visiting or contacting the relevant local authority.

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