Beer Garden
External Drinking Area
Function Room
Restaurant/Dining
Property details
The Ox & Plough is an established community pub located in the town of Washington, Tyne & Wear. Historically part of County Durham, it is the ancestral settlement of the Washington family, which George Washington descended from. Located on a community estate surrounded by families and starter homes and alongside the local parade of shops establishes the Ox & Plough as the hub of the community. Access via local busses which run frequently with stops alongside the pub and the benefits of a shared community car park provides a huge boost to this site, alongside the surrounding woodland which is ideal for walkers, and with the nearest pub almost a mile away increases the opportunity to drive footfall from the surrounding households.
The Ox & Plough benefits from two separate trading areas. The main bar area is home to televised sports, a darts board, and a pool table. The fixed seating along the walls mixed with high bar stools and loose tables and chairs provide an informal feel. The lounge area which has been tastefully refurbished is enhanced by the predominant bar, traditional furnishings, and log burner providing a warm and inviting feel. A few steps lead into a small raised area with a mixture of fixed and loose seating with access to french doors leading out to the beer garden which has beautiful views overlooking the woodland area directly behind the pub. Site benefits from the community car park making this the perfect destination food site.
The private accommodation is located on the first floor of the pub and comprises three large bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a bathroom.
Cask Ale
Team Games
Pool Area
Live Entertainment
Live Sports
Trading style
The Ox & Plough is a popular community local offering an excellent range of food and drink. Predominantly the Ox & Plough is wet-led with pool and darts teams, live televised sports and live music/karaoke increasing weekly trade. The site currently offers a traditional food menu however with a more affordable offering alongside a children’s menu this has the scope to change the wet/dry balance and increase footfall. There is scope to grow the sports teams and market private functions such maximising the use of the large lounge which could be used as a separate function room introducing local charity events can only establish The Ox& Plough as the hub of the community.
The Ox & Plough requires an experienced person or couple who have run a pub and food establishment previously. The applicants must have the passion and knowledge of running a successful community local who are cheerful and sociable and willing to build a great rapport with the local community whilst being the friendly and welcoming face behind the bar. The ability to cater for different groups of people from different age groups and backgrounds, continuing to support the current customer base whilst attracting other less frequent users is essential. Marketing the function room, a better and more profitable bar lineup alongside a traditional, more affordable food offering will help deliver income growth. Excellent retail standards, a calendar of regular sports and entertainment and a good knowledge of the local area will be helpful as the pub is much loved by the locals and has the scope and location to be the hub of the local community.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IU3WDL / P03988
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£15,000.00
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Annual Rent:
£15,000.00
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: £15,000
Security Deposit: £5,000 (not negotiable)
Working Capital: £5,000
Stock: £5,000 (including food stock)
F&F: Funding options may be available for the right licensee.