The Wheatsheaf Inn, Main Road, A19, Burn, Nr Selby, YO8 8LJ

The Wheatsheaf is an award-winning traditional Yorkshire country pub occupying a prominent position within the popular village of Burn. Believed to have served the local community for generations, the property has become an integral part of village life and is particularly notable for its connection to Burn Airfield and the wartime history of RAF 578 Squadron and RCAF 431 (Iroquois) Squadron, memorabilia of which is displayed throughout the premises. Combining character trading accommodation, a strong reputation for quality home-cooked food, respected real ale credentials and a loyal local following, The Wheatsheaf represents a rare opportunity to acquire an established and highly regarded freehouse.

Burn is an attractive village situated approximately three miles south of Selby and lies directly on the A19 corridor linking Selby, Doncaster and York. The village has a population of around 400 residents and benefits from a strong sense of community.

The Wheatsheaf occupies a prominent roadside position on Main Road through the centre of the village and is one of Burn's principal amenities. The surrounding area includes Burn Airfield, Burn Gliding Club, Burn Cricket Club and a variety of rural residential properties and agricultural enterprises.

The business trades from a number of welcoming customer areas comprising:

• Main public bar
• Lounge dining area
• Separate restaurant seating areas

There is also;
• Real open log fire
• Commercial catering kitchen
• Cellar and ancillary storage facilities
• Customer WC facilities

The internal décor reflects the property's heritage, displaying wartime memorabilia together with antiques and items donated by customers over many years.

Externally the property benefits from:

• Customer car parking
• Beer garden
• External seating areas
• Prominent roadside frontage
• Well-presented village setting

The annual beer festivals and seasonal events make excellent use of the external trading areas, generating significant customer footfall.

On the first floor there are two en suite bedrooms, an office, kitchen diner and large lounge. The family that have run the pub have lived up there since they took over and everything is well maintained and ready to move into.

The Wheatsheaf presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly regarded freehouse with an established reputation extending far beyond its immediate catchment.

Potential exists to further develop food sales, expand events programming, increase destination dining trade and enhance the property's appeal as a tourism-led heritage pub. The strong real ale reputation, established customer base and unique historical connection to Burn Airfield provide an exceptional platform for future growth whilst preserving the traditional values that have made the business such a success.

T/O Y/E Oct 25 £333,251

Monday & Tuesday
Closed

Wednesday & Thursday
12noon – 10.00pm

Friday, Saturday & Sunday
12noon – 11.00pm

Freehold

The Rateable Value is £9,000 with effect from 1 April 2026. Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the Local Authority.

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