Bull Inn, Bull Hill, Bethersden, Ashford, TN26 3LB

Guide price

£36,000

Size

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Tenure

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Primary use
Pub

No floor / site plan

Key features

  • Well placed pub restaurant on the A28
  • Character building dating back to 1645
  • Open plan bar and restaurant areas for 90 cov
  • Trade patio, gardens and large car park2
  • Two bedroom flat above
  • Available on new 5-year agreement. EPC C
  • Annual rent: £28,600
  • Christie & Co Ref: 3858333

Description

Description

Substantial detached two storey main building with extension to the rear. The property dated back to 1645 and retains many original features including wooden floors, fireplace s and timbers.

Location

Well positioned on the busy A28 between Ashford and Tenterden in Kents High Weald. Its corner location makes it prominent to attract passing trade and locals from the village.

Internal Details

Principally open plan, the bar and restaurant flow through 4 areas providing seating for up to 90 people all serviced by a central bar counter.

Fully equipped trade kitchen with pizza oven.

Fixtures & Fittings

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 £20,000

Other Ingoing Costs

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 £3,500
Provide proof of Working Capital for at least £5,000

External Details

The Bull stands in a large plot with ample trade garden, patio to the rear and stores. Large tarmac car park to the rear of 30 plus vehicles.

Owner's Accommodation

On the two floors above there are two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and bathroom.

The Opportunity

Well known pub on busy road The Bull has ample seating inside and large gardens outside to take full advantage of both passing and local trade.

Staff

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

Trading Information

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

Trading Hours

The premises currently trade 5 days a week being closed Monday and Tuesday.

Tenancy

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 £28,600 per annum, rising each year to £32,136 at the end of the term.

Business Rates

The current rateable value according to the VOA as at 2026 is £23,400.

Regulatory

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.

Additional information
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Business for sale
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Tenure
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Energy performance certificate: C

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Environmental data
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Bull Inn, Bull Hill, Bethersden, Ashford, TN26 3LB

NEAREST STATIONS

National Rail

Pluckley Station

2.17 miles

National Rail

Ham Street Station

6.08 miles

About Christie Owen & Davies Ltd, Pubs & Restaurants

Christie Owen & Davies Ltd, Pubs & Restaurants

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