Peacock Inn, Goudhurst Road, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2PB

Distinctive Grade II listed building with a peg tile roof and weatherboard frontage, featuring many original features internally including an inglenook fireplace.

The village of Goudhurst is some 12 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, on the A262 which runs across the centre of Kent to the coast. Maidstone and Ashford are also nearby with visitor attractions such as Scotney Castle, Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest and Balfour Winery.

Traditional four section trade area around a single bar servery with space for around 50 diners plus bar.

Trade kitchen located off the dining areas.

The trade fixtures and fittings are included in the purchase price quoted and a full inventory will be provided. This is estimated to have a value in the region of £15,000.

The asking price includes the following in addition -
Trade deposit - £5,000
Contract deposit - £500
Maintenance Scheme - £1,000
Training deposit - £1,000
Utility Package deposit & Technology Package deposit - TBA
With stock and crockery estimated at £5,000
Provide proof of Working Capital for at least £5,000

Standing centrally in a plot of 0.8 acres, there is a large tarmac car park to the front in two sections with space for 35 plus, with trade gardens to all sides including patio, BBQ and covered area.

On the first floor with 3 bedrooms and office/4th bedroom, lounge, bathroom and access to private garden.

Classic Kent Inn which dates back to the 14th century, the Peacock Inn (which has a resident Peacock as well) is a well-liked destination pub in the Weald of Kent, close to a number of tourist attractions.

All staff will transfer with the business in accordance with the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations.

As a tenanted business there are no trading figures available although drinks supply data can be made available on request.

The Peacock is currently part of Shepherd Neame’s tenanted house estate. It has been run by independent tenants as a destination food pub attracting visitors and locals alike.

The premises currently trade 7 days a week.

The business is to be let on a Standard fully tied 5-year tenancy agreement from Shepherd Neame with a full tie for drink supply. There is limited liability for the repair of the building much which will be maintained by Shepherd Neame. Full details of the tenancy are available on request.

It is proposed that the commencing rent will be £39,250 per annum, rising each year to £44,200 at the end of the term.

The current rateable value according to the VOA as at 2026 is £17,500.

The property has a Premises Licence granted by the relevant local authority. It is a requirement of the Licensing Act that properties serving alcohol have a designated premises supervisor who must be the holder of a Personal Licence. Prospective purchasers are advised to take appropriate specialist advice.