Valentine

The Valentine is a large, lively community pub located in the heart of Aintree, just a short distance from the world-famous Aintree Racecourse. With its strong sports focus, family-friendly environment, and loyal customer base, the Valentine is a genuine local favourite that also attracts visitors from across Liverpool, particularly on race days and major sporting occasions.

Following a major refurbishment in May 2023, the pub now offers a bright, modern trading environment that combines comfort with excitement. The transformation has revitalised the venue, re-establishing it as one of the standout pubs in the region. The investment has also delivered a strong uplift in trade, and the site now boasts very healthy weekly sales and a well-balanced offer that continues to perform at a high level.

The Valentine operates as a sports-led community pub with an 80/20 wet-led split. It features multiple HD screens showing Sky Sports, TNT Sports, and racing, alongside a pool table, gaming machines, and a dedicated outdoor bar that performs particularly well during the summer and on race days. The large beer garden captures the main footfall during warmer months, offering plenty of space for families, groups, and live outdoor events.

The food offer is well-established, supported by a large, fully equipped kitchen capable of delivering a varied menu. The pub currently opens for breakfast from 11am, with a clear opportunity to grow the morning trade further. Quality cask ales are available, and the pub proudly holds Cask Marque accreditation.

Entertainment is a key part of the Valentine’s appeal. The site hosts a DJ every Friday, live entertainment every Friday and Saturday, regular quiz nights, and race-day events that make full use of its excellent facilities. Horse racing, in particular, remains a major draw, with Aintree race days seeing exceptional trade levels.

With its mix of sport, entertainment, food, and family appeal, The Valentine has something for everyone — and with a strong, experienced team already in place, it’s ready for a new operator to take the reins and continue its success story.

The Valentine benefits from a separate three-bedroom house that comes with the site, offering excellent, private living accommodation for the new publican or their family. This setup provides all the comforts of a modern home while keeping the convenience of being close to the business.

Accommodation details:

• A self-contained, three-bedroom house located adjacent to the main pub building.

• Includes a spacious living room, modern bathroom, and fully fitted kitchen.

• Private access ensures complete separation from the trading areas, allowing for a true work–life balance.

• The house is in very good decorative condition, benefiting from the wider site investment completed in May 2023.

• Provides a quiet, comfortable home environment — ideal for a family or couple operating the pub.

This arrangement is perfect for an engaged, hands-on publican who wants to enjoy the benefits of living close to their business without being directly above it. The separate house adds genuine value to the opportunity, giving the new operator the best of both worlds: a thriving, high-energy pub and a private, family-friendly residence right next door.