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Restaurant/Dining
Property details
Torrance is an attractive East Dunbartonshire village located just a few miles north of Glasgow, offering the benefits of village life while remaining within easy reach of the city. Surrounded by lochs, reservoirs and rolling countryside, the area has built a reputation as a desirable place to live and attracts customers from both the village itself and neighbouring communities. Its strong local catchment provides an excellent platform for a quality food and drink business.
The Wheatsheaf is a well-known village pub located in the heart of Torrance, offering the opportunity to develop a quality food and drink business within a thriving local community.
The pub is arranged across three distinct trading spaces, including a recently refurbished main bar with an open fire, a comfortable lounge area and a separate restaurant capable of supporting around 80 covers. Pool and darts also form part of the offer, helping to create a varied customer experience throughout the week.
Food is central to the future vision for the business. The opportunity exists to introduce a fresh and exciting food offer that complements the pub’s traditional character while helping it stand apart from other venues in the area.
Beyond the food offer, the Wheatsheaf already plays an important role in village life through live music nights, private functions and local events. These activities provide a strong foundation for an operator looking to create a varied calendar of occasions that bring people together throughout the year.
The pub also benefits from customer parking for around 20 vehicles, providing convenience for both local customers and those travelling from surrounding villages.
There is no private accommodation at this pub.
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Experienced Operator
Trading style
The Wheatsheaf has recently benefited from investment, creating a strong foundation for an incoming operator.
Subject to full approval, further investment is available to enhance the exterior of the building, upgrade the customer toilets, and complete additional internal decoration. There is also potential to explore the creation of a beer garden within the existing car park area, subject to licensing approval.
This opportunity will suit a food-focused publican or hospitality partnership looking to create something distinctive within the local area.
Someone who can deliver a quality food offer, build strong community relationships, and create reasons for customers to visit regularly will do well here. Experience in organising live music, private functions and community events would be beneficial, helping to build on the pub’s existing reputation as a venue for social occasions and gatherings.
A hands-on operator with strong standards, creativity and a passion for hospitality will be well placed to establish the Wheatsheaf as a go-to venue for food, drink and local events.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
9MTS0A / 128140
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Agreement Type:
TAW
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£1,000.00
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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 note that the Energy Performance Certificate is available from the landlord.
This pub is currently available on a Tenancy at Will (TAW) agreement, offering a flexible, short-term opportunity.
A TAW is a short‑term agreement designed to get you up and running without delay. It’s a great stepping stone if you’re eager to start building your business while plans for the future are put into place.
To begin on a TAW, you’ll need:
- Initial capital for deposit, cash flow, and early expenses (we’ll guide you through what this looks like)
- A valid and up‑to‑date Personal Licence
Please note: TAWs cannot be assigned, and subletting isn’t permitted.
Financial Information:
- Deposit = £1,000
- Annual Rent = *Rent Concession Available
- Working Capital = £6,000 - £8,000