External Drinking Area
Car Park
Property details
The Charles Darwin is located on a corner plot on Sutton Road, Sutton Farm area of Shrewsbury. This is a very established community, however huge investment with housing, retail, etc near the Shrewsbury Town football club means high volumes of people in the area has access from A5 via B4380 and A458. The area has a wide mixture of older houses and newer properties with 303 houses recently being built with more developments planned. This area is certainly adding to its increasing appeal with the retail and light industry it is certainly an up-and-coming area with good infrastructure to sustain the changes. The Charles Darwin shares a car park with the Co-op next door with a row of shops opposite comprising of Butchers, a post office, a fish bar, barbers, and vets.
Approaching the pub there is a walled external seating area with several wooden benches leading to the main entrance, to the right there is a lounge area with a mixture of fixed and loose seating, and to the left the a bar area with pool tables and a darts oche. There is a traditional feel to both rooms. The lounge hosts events, live music, and televised football and the bar has two pool tables. This is a ready-to-go business. The kitchen isn’t currently operational but could be utilised.
The private accommodation consists of a large three double bedrooms a lounge, a kitchen and a bathroom.
Cask Ale
Catering Kitchen
Team Games
Pool Area
Live Entertainment
Trading style
This site trades 100% wet but has the potential to introduce food from the central kitchen, to boost income streams. This is a big football pub with Shrewsbury Town football grounds nearby, along with a Sky Sports showing, there are two pool teams and ladies' and gents’ darts teams on site. Live entertainment runs throughout the year.
The pub should continue to do all the community activities, football, teams, entertainment, and charity works, Overall, the establishment seems to have a well-rounded approach, combining sports and social activities to create a vibrant and appealing environment for a diverse range of customers whatever the occasion for visiting.
The pub offers a diverse product range to cater to a variety of preferences, from standard to premium options. This approach is likely to appeal to a broad range of customers with different tastes and preferences. Whether someone is looking for more affordable options or seeking a more premium experience, the pub seems to have something to offer for everyone. Expanding the food offerings and continuing to host various events can contribute to the overall success of the business. There is potential to expand the offerings by introducing food from a central kitchen, which can diversify income streams and attract a broader customer base. Additionally, leveraging its proximity to the football grounds and actively promoting these features can further enhance its appeal to the local community and beyond.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IU3WDL / P03379
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£6,500.00
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Annual Rent:
TBC
The stated ingoing figures are correct at point of advertising. Please be aware there may be additional costs.
Please be aware energy performance certificates are available from the landlord.
Annual Rent: £TBC
Security Deposit: £1,500 (with build-up to £5,000)
Working Capital: £2,000
Stock: £3,000
F&F: Upon valuation – funding options may be available for the right licensee.