Lochar Inn

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The Lochar Inn is a thriving and well-established pub, renowned for its strong wet-led trade that is perfectly complemented by a growing food offer. Live sport and entertainment play a central role in the pub’s appeal, with regular live music performances, quiz nights, and karaoke evenings creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere that attracts a diverse range of customers. With a favourable sales mix and limited local competition for quality pub dining, there is a significant opportunity to further enhance the food offer through thoughtful menu development and investment. Situated in a prominent roadside location, the Lochar Inn also benefits from excellent visibility and substantial passing trade, making it the ideal destination for both locals and visitors alike. This combination of a vibrant entertainment schedule, strong drinks trade, and potential for food growth positions the Lochar Inn as a standout community pub with real potential for future success.

The landlords are seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced licensee who is multi-skilled, well-funded, and ready to maximise the trading opportunities that will follow a significant planned investment in this site. The ideal licensee will be community-focused, becoming the face of the business and at the heart of local life. They will have a genuine passion for traditional pub activities, enjoying classic games such as darts and pool, as well as sharing in the excitement of horse racing and live sport, both of which remain key focal points of the Lochar Inn’s current offer. A strong background in food is also essential, as there is considerable potential to expand and develop a quality food proposition that will attract both locals and visitors. With its excellent location and the upcoming major housing development nearby, the Lochar Inn is perfectly positioned to establish itself as a thriving community hub while also appealing to destination diners. This represents a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and hands-on licensee to take the business forward and make it truly their own.

The landlords are considering a significant investment in this site upon completion of the current five-year agreement. The proposed works will deliver a comprehensive transformation both externally and internally, enhancing the overall appeal and customer experience. Externally, the investment will include a full redecoration of the building, complemented by new signage and upgraded lighting to improve visibility and kerb appeal. Structural works will also be undertaken where required to ensure the building remains in excellent condition. Internally, the site will undergo a full redecoration featuring distinctive wall coverings, new flooring, upgraded lighting, and refreshed soft furnishings to create a welcoming and contemporary atmosphere. A new pool table and a dedicated feature darts lane will further enhance the entertainment offer. The toilets will be fully refurbished, with the ladies receiving new toilets and the gents benefiting from new urinals. Both areas will be fitted with modern vanity units, new flooring, and stylish wall coverings, providing a high-quality finish throughout.

The refurbishment is subject to full Board approval. All designs are drafts and indicative only, intended to showcase the potential of the pub. The refurbishment will be refined and personalised once a long-term licensee is secured, incorporating their vision for the look and feel of the business.

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.

Annual Rent: £22,000
Security Deposit: £5,000 or the equivalent of three months’ rent, whichever is greater
Working Capital: £2,000
Stock: £2,000

Business Rates: £Nil. Based on the April 2023 rating list, the Zero Rates Payable is based on small business rates relief being applied for by the licensee and the licensee only occupying one property for commercial purposes.

Fixtures and Fittings: To be confirmed upon valuation – funding options may be available for the right licensee.

Tie: All drink categories are tied.  For fully funded licensees on long-term agreements, the landlords offer free-of-tie options for certain drinks categories in exchange for an annual fee.