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Car Park
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Restaurant/Dining
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Dog Friendly
Property details
The Coachmakers Arms is situated on the main road into Wallingford at the end of this historic town centre. The pub’s location close to the River Thames provides a haven for walkers and amblers. There is a long-stay car park within a short walking distance. Wallingford benefits from the now-famous annual Bunkfest music festival, which sees all the pubs in the town get an increase in trade.
The Cat, as it is affectionately known by the locals, is a welcoming pub with rooms that combine traditional pub charm with modern comfort. Currently operating as a wet-led business, well supported by locals. The pub and rooms are both pet-friendly. Occasional events are also put on to provide local entertainment. There is scope for a basic food offer.
Internally, there are two trade areas (approx 30 covers), WCs including disabled, kitchen, cellar, and stores.
There are three en suite letting bedrooms (all beds can be singles, twins or doubles) with separate access. One room is big enough for an additional single bed to make a family room.
Externally, there is a beer garden (approx 40 covers).
The private accommodation consists of two double bedrooms, a sitting room and a bathroom/wc.
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Trading style
The Coachmakers Arms is one of Wallingford's oldest pubs and Inns, rich in character and old-fashioned charm. Set in the heart of the town, it offers a warm and traditional atmosphere where guests can enjoy well-kept drinks, hearty food, and a strong sense of heritage. With comfortable rooms available and a welcoming feel throughout, it remains a beloved spot for both locals and visitors seeking an authentic, English pub experience.
The landlords seek experienced, mine-host-style operators with a strong background in community pubs. Applicants must have or be able to apply for a personal license.
Their vision for The Coachmakers Arms, The Cat, is to strengthen its role as a friendly, community-led pub-with-rooms while growing both wet and dry trade. With strong local support, pet-friendly rooms, and a great location at the edge of Wallingford and close to the Thames, the pub is well placed to attract walkers, visitors, and festival-goers. By introducing a simple food offer, improving room occupancy, and making full use of the two trading areas and beer garden, they aim to build sustainable growth. The landlords seek experienced, community-focused operators who embody the “mine host” style and can continue developing this much-loved local pub.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IL3NZO /
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£24,049.00
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Annual Rent:
£26,500.00
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.
Rent - £26,500 per annum payable weekly in advance by direct debit. Retail Price Indexation applies to rents.
Estimated ingoings - Circa £24,049 to include a security deposit (3 months of base rent), rent, service charge, and insurance advance, stock, glassware, loose goods, training contribution and working capital.
Additional Ingoings:
Fixtures & Fittings are circa £6,500 plus VAT
VAT & Working capital is circa £3,312
The current rateable value is the Draft 2026 figure of £16,250. Please contact the local authority to find out the actual rates payable.
Terms - Five-year renewable tenancy agreements with an additional service charge that covers property insurance, servicing of heating and cellar cooling equipment, etc. There is a full wet tie unless agreed otherwise.