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Cricketers

Sturdee Ave, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 2JR

Minimum Ingoing Cost: £3,000
NO RENT PAYABLE ON THIS AGREEMENT

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Beer Garden

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Function Room

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Car Park

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Wi-Fi

The Cricketers is a well-established, family-friendly community pub located on Sturdee Avenue in Gillingham. Situated just a five-minute walk from Priestfield Stadium, home of Gillingham FC, the pub enjoys strong footfall from residents, families, and football supporters, particularly on match days.

The landlords vision for the Cricketers is to be the best local pub offering a great range of real ales and good value pub food where friends & families gather, new friendships are made and experiences shared. A true community pub at the centre of all that goes on in the area. You will show SKY & TNT Sports throughout the week, run quizzes and monthly entertainment and, in effect, have something for all ages and tastes.

The trading area is open plan with a games area and catering kitchen.

Externally, there is a beer garden and car park.

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Team Games

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Live Entertainment

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Live Sports

The landlords partner with passionate, pub‑obsessed entrepreneurs who want to create something special. Working closely with a dedicated Operations Manager, you’ll develop a clear vision for your pub, deliver exceptional standards, and create a pub legacy that stands the test of time.

Whether you’ve been a general manager or run your own business, there are many great reasons to run a pub with them.

Fancy running a pub at the heart of the community? The Cricketers, Gillingham is packed with potential and is looking for an operator who can bring fresh ideas, build strong local connections, and make it the go-to spot in the area.

Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience managing a busy food pub or hospitality venue.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
A passion for great food, drink, and customer service.
Commercially astute with experience in stock control, budgeting, and driving sales.
Community-minded with a hands-on, can-do attitude.
Personal Licence Holder

Reference Number: 9MTS0A / 680221
Agreement Type: Operator Agreement

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.

Business Details

Forecast Wet Turnover:	£687,160 pa
Forecast Food Turnover:	£82,197 pa
Forecasted Machines Turnover:	£21,000 pa
Estimated Earnings:	£43,765 - £51,018

Financial Details

Deposit:	£3,000
Working Capital:	£2,000

The Management Partnership offers a unique opportunity to run your own pub business, with affordable in-goings, the freedom to lead your team, manage your business within a framework, and support from the landlords in a proven partnership model.

You’ll receive an uncapped share of top‑line turnover, giving you the flexibility to pay yourself and your team in a way that works for your business. Your own Ltd Company will provide the day‑to‑day management of the pub, retain full ownership of the team and operational decisions, whilst managing associated costs such as wages and minor repairs. Alongside this, you’ll benefit from extensive operational support, including marketing and recruitment within a framework designed to help your business thrive.

The living accommodation consists of 3 bedrooms, a lounge, a kitchen, and a bathroom.

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