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Beehive
Mile End Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 1TF
Annual Rent: £5,000
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Beer Garden
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External Drinking Area
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Function Room
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Smoking Solution
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Car Park
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Coastal
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South Shields is a vibrant coastal town in South Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, England. Steeped in history, it was once part of County Durham and lies along the south bank of the River Tyne, where the river meets the North Sea. The Beehive occupies a prominent corner plot, just a short stroll from South Shields town centre. Surrounded by rows of traditional homes and a steady flow of local life, the area benefits from regular passing trade from dog walkers and cyclists to commuters and visitors exploring the town. South Shields is exceptionally well-connected. The town is served by the Tyne & Wear Metro (Yellow Line), providing quick and easy access to Newcastle and the wider region. The South Shields Interchange links numerous local and regional bus routes, making travel around Tyne and Wear seamless. For those arriving by car, major roads such as the A19 and A183 offer convenient routes into the town.
The Beehive is a fantastic, local community pub. Inside, the main bar offers a spacious open-plan trading area that creates a lively and welcoming atmosphere. A dedicated sports area adds to the energy, home to popular pool and darts teams during the winter months. Opposite the bar, a small raised section features comfortable fixed bench seating with low tables and chairs, providing a relaxed area. High stools line the bar, enhancing its traditional pub character. The mix of wooden and carpeted flooring adds both warmth and versatility to the space, while multiple TVs positioned around the room ensure locals never miss a moment of live sport. An on-site kitchen supports a modest but appealing food offering, perfect for casual dining. In addition to the main bar, a separate function room is available, ideal for private events, meetings, or celebrations.
Outside, guests can enjoy a covered smoking area and a well-kept beer garden, offering a pleasant space to relax.
The private accommodation is located on the first floor and consists of three bedrooms, living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom, all in very good condition.
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The Beehive is a much-loved, traditional wet-led pub at the heart of the local community, renowned for its warm welcome and loyal customer base. With its strong community focus, the pub provides a solid foundation for further growth and development under the right licensee. The Beehive is also home to local pool and darts teams, and live entertainment is always well-received here. Introducing a more regular schedule of events, such as live music, quiz nights, or themed evenings, which could help boost trade, particularly on quieter nights. There’s also fantastic potential to expand the offer by introducing a simple food menu, with classic dishes and traditional Sunday lunches that would appeal to families and locals alike.
The landlords are seeking a passionate and community-focused licensee to take on the Beehive, a much-loved local with great potential at the heart of South Shields. This opportunity would suit either a first-time licensee eager to make their mark or someone experienced looking to grow a thriving community business. While catering experience would be an advantage, it’s not essential, as enthusiasm, people skills, and a genuine love for community are what truly matter. Currently a wet-led pub, the Beehive offers an exciting opportunity to introduce a simple, quality food offer, with classic favourites such as Sunday lunches to attract families and local residents. The ideal licensee will create a safe, inclusive, and vibrant social hub that appeals to all generations through quiz nights, live music, charity fundraisers, and partnerships with local groups alongside a strong marketing approach to engage new students, as the nearby university campus nears completion, there’s fantastic potential to expand the customer base and establish The Beehive as the hub of the community.
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