White Lodge Beefeater, 81 Bridgwater Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2DU

The White Lodge, Taunton, is a freehold restaurant, benefiting from strong local trade and excellent connectivity via Junction 25 of the M5, with easy access to Exeter, Bristol and the wider South West.

The property offers a well-presented trading area with a single bar servery and seating for approximately 154 covers, supported by a fully equipped commercial kitchen, cellar and ancillary space. To the first floor are two self-contained flats comprising a two-bedroom and a one-bedroom unit, providing staff or owner’s accommodation. Externally, there is an attractive garden area with a mix of lawn and patio seating, while the adjoining Premier Inn hotel (83 bedrooms) further enhances customer footfall.

Overall, the property represents a substantial and well-located hospitality opportunity within a thriving market town.

* Sale price is subject to VAT

The property is situated in the county town of Taunton, Somerset, occupying a prominent position within a commercial and residential area. Located to the north-east of the town centre, the site benefits from close proximity to key transport routes, including the M5 motorway (Junction 25), providing connectivity to Exeter, Bristol and the wider South West region.

Taunton town centre lies approximately one mile away and offers a range of retail, leisure and amenities. Approximately two miles away is Taunton railway station. The surrounding area comprises a mix of residential neighbourhoods and business parks, supporting a strong and consistent local customer base.

The location also benefits from its proximity to regional attractions such as the Somerset Levels, Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Blackdown Hills, contributing to additional visitor demand.

Overall, the property occupies a well-connected and accessible position within a thriving market town, benefiting from both a substantial resident population and passing trade.

The internal trading area comprises a single bar and a variety of seating arrangements, providing approximately 154 restaurant covers.

The ground floor also includes the cellar and a fully equipped commercial kitchen, including a walk-in refrigerator and walk-in freezer. Part of the kitchen opens into the dining area.

The first floor offers staff or owner’s accommodation arranged across two self-contained flats. The first is a two-bedroom flat with lounge, kitchen/diner and bathroom. The second is a one-bedroom flat with kitchen, lounge and bathroom.

The trade fixtures and fittings are included in the purchase price. Certain items bearing corporate identity, brand name, third-party owned or on the excluded list (see “Terms of Disposal” document) may be removed from the property prior to, or shortly after, completion.

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Boundary Plans
• Restaurant Only Disposal - the plans edged in red are a guide to Whitbread’s property’s ownership, the boundary edged in blue is the demise that will transfer as part of the Freehold, Long Leasehold or shorter leasehold transactions.

• Whole Site Disposal – the plans edged in red are a guide to the property’s boundary only. Please seek your own legal advice in respect to the ownership plan.

• Stacked Sites – where the restaurant sits directly below the hotel, the access from the Hotel reception will be closed off, with access directed through the main restaurant entrance.

Service Charge (excluding Whole Sites) The buyer will be expected to pay a service charge, to cover common areas and grounds maintenance and repairs on a proportional basis.

VAT - will be calculated if the property has living accommodation at 90% or 100% if not and will be added to the purchase price. If the transaction is deemed to be a Transfer of a Going Concern (TOGC), VAT will not be payable.

To the side of the property is a garden area, a mix of lawn and patio and sits approximately 105.

This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully fitted, large-scale licensed restaurant within a proven trading location.

The property offers:
• A turnkey operation, significantly reducing initial capital expenditure.
• Continued use as a family dining venue, capitalising on the established layout.
• Potential for alternative branded or independent concepts, subject to the necessary consents.
• Scope to enhance trade through extended hours, outdoor activation, or menu repositioning.

The sale is subject to TUPE - Transfer of Undertaking (Protection of Employment), all staff will transfer with the business on completion. Anonymised schedules will be available in the data room for review by qualified parties only.

Trading information is available exclusively to qualified buyers via a secure data room. Access is subject to the execution of a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). For further details, please contact the appointed agent.

Opening times:
Mon-Fri 06.30am - 11pm
Sat-Sun 07:00am - 10.30pm

The property is being sold Freehold at a Trading Going Concern (TOGC)

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