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Car Park
Property details
Wheatsheaf is located in Bishops Stortford, a market town in Hertfordshire, which combines historic charm with modern amenities. Nestled along the River Stort, the town features cobbled streets, historic architecture, and a vibrant town center. Its proximity to London and Stansted Airport adds convenience, while community events and festivals foster a strong sense of belonging. With excellent schools and a preserved heritage, Bishops Stortford offers an appealing blend of modern living and historical character.
Upon entering the Wheatsheaf, you walk into a warm and cosy bar, complete with an open fire for those cold winter nights. It comprises both fixed and loose seating for relaxing with friends. There is another bar accessed through a separate door, which is a well-established pool and sports area.
To the rear of the pub, there is a substantial raised and covered patio area which is very popular and is complete with heating to extend its use outside of the summer season, there is also a car park which provides around eight spaces.
The private accommodation comprises one double bedroom, lounge (possible second bedroom), kitchen/diner and bathroom.
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Live Entertainment
Trading style
Wheatsheaf prides itself on being a wet-led pub, the pub is highly sports-focused, utilising live sports via Sky Sports and TNT. They have regular quizzes, entertainment, and charity events which has given them a great following in the community where they are well-supported. Despite being wet-led, Wheatsheaf has a compact trade kitchen making it capable of introducing a simple food offer.
This charming establishment is ideally on the lookout for a couple ready to immerse themselves in the local community and become the cherished landlords of this beloved local pub. Wheatsheaf is well-established within the community and the new licensee would look to carry on the brilliant work that has been done.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IU3WDL / P03871
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£12,000.00
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Annual Rent:
£17,000.00
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.
Annual Rent: £17,000
Security Deposit: £5,000 or the equivalent of three months’ rent, whichever is greater
Working Capital: £3,000
Stock: £4,000
Low Business Rates** Based on the draft rating list for April 2026, this has been estimated using the new Supporting Small Business Scheme (SSBS), limiting rates payable to circa £1,000 in 2026/27. Please note this applies only to pubs marked with ** and SSBS may be subject to future changes by HMG.
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.