Admiral Rodney

A truly rare opportunity, having not seen the open market for nearly 10 years, the Admiral Rodney is a delightful village pub. Located within the highly desirable South Derbyshire village of Hartshorne. The pub offers circa 70-80 potential covers, a catering kitchen, a beer garden overlooking the Hartshorne Cricket Club, two car parks with a capacity for circa 40-50 spaces and a reputation for fine cask ales. The pub also has many unused out buildings. The 'Rodney' is in good decorative order throughout, having been very well maintained by the tenants for the last 10 years. We are looking for energetic, passionate publicans who wish to forge strong bonds with the local community, have a skill with food & cask ale, and wish to plan pub and community events.

The large L-shaped space is split into three different areas: a snug, main bar and a smaller bar which has an open fire, creating a homely feel. A small raised area to the rear of the ba, which is served via a hatch. A wide variety of seating is available, from fixed benches to loose chairs and stools at both table and bar height. Around 80 covers can be accommodated throughout the pub. The bar serves cask ales as well as branded draughts and has a traditional and attractive back display. The trade kitchen requires some investment by the incoming publican to ensure that a much-needed food offer is to entice the local population. The sizeable cellar onsite is perfect for maintaining great cask ale.

Hanging baskets and potted plants adorn the patio to the front of the pub, whilst car parks on either side of the building have space for around 50 vehicles. To the rear is the standout feature of the outdoor space – a grassy beer garden which backs onto the Hartshorne Cricket Club pitch. With room for at least five picnic tables, as well as a covered smoking solution, there is a great potential to do a roaring trade on match days.

In good decorative order, and comprises three large double bedrooms and an office.