Beer Garden
External Drinking Area
Car Park
Restaurant/Dining
Property details
Bounded on three sides by the Great River Ouse in the heart of the pretty village of Oakley, this 16th-century inn is surrounded by beautiful countryside but only a short drive from Bedford. Its county-wide reputation for excellent food is entirely warranted and will allow a new operator to build on this momentum while lending their touch to the pub. It has a history stretching back to premedieval times when the population was less than 100. Today the number of people living within the Parish boundary has risen to over 2,500.
This very attractive two storey building sits on a very large plot of land, with a large car park, and a delightful garden area. The property is in excellent state of repair and the trade area is serviced via ground floor levels, a very large and well-equipped commercial catering kitchen exits directly into the main food service area and the very large bar servery is ample to deal with large groups. The toilets and cellar are also very well maintained and in direct reach. The large main dining area is complemented by several cosy snug areas; a beautiful conservatory overlooks the sizeable garden and provides an ideal space for private dining, while also functioning as a picturesque meeting room for the many local interest groups who frequent the pub. Whether dining, drinking, or socialising is the order of the day, the Bedford Arms has something to delight everyone who chooses to visit.
The private accommodation comprises of kitchen/office, lounge, two double bedrooms, and bathroom/toilet with shower over bath, large landing with stairs leading to a separate 2nd flat with double bedroom, lounge, and shower/toilet room, landing with separate fire escape to the flat roof. You will also find an external bedsit ideal for a team member in the yard area of the business.
Cask Ale
Catering Kitchen
Experienced Operator
Trading style
The Bedford Arms is an established food business with a large and loyal customer base. The landlords feel the opportunities moving forward would be to grow the wet income through tasteful events and targeted marketing campaigns.
The Bedford Arms would be an ideal business for an experienced food operator or couple, someone ready to hit the ground running and build on the pub’s already strong reputation for superb food. Strong marketing skills are a must, as is the desire to become a key member of the Oakley Village community.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
NAJ43W /
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£22,700.00
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Annual Rent:
£51,000.00
The stated ingoing figures are correct at point of advertising. Please be aware there may be additional costs.
Please note that the energy performance certificate is available from the landlord.
The Fair Maintainable Turnover (FMT) for the Bedford Arms is to be £644,590 pa net of VAT, sustaining a rent of £51,000pa. Please note these figures are for reference only.
A 3 or 5-year fixed term or renewable tenancy agreement is offered with a full tie to buy all drinks (beer, wines, spirits, minerals, stouts, and ciders) from the landlords.