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The Oddfellows Arms is a well‑loved community pub in the heart of Keswick, set against the stunning backdrop of the Lake District. Set in one of the Lake District’s busiest tourist destinations, The Oddfellows Arms benefits from strong year-round footfall from walkers, holidaymakers, residents and visitors exploring Keswick’s lakes, mountains and walking routes. The pub is known for its lively weekend entertainment, spacious beer garden, welcoming atmosphere and carefully selected Marston’s-branded food offer.
There is a significant opportunity to grow The Oddfellows Arms by developing the food offer, improving consistency and making the most of Keswick’s busy seasonal and tourist trade. With food currently accounting for 20% of total sales, the right operator can use creativity, local marketing, strong standards and community engagement to turn food into a bigger revenue driver while building on the pub’s already strong wet-led performance.
Run The Oddfellows Arms and build a new life in the Lakes at the heart of Keswick. This is a standout pub partner opportunity for an ambitious operator to grow sales, develop the food offer and make their mark in one of the UK’s most beautiful tourist locations. If this specific opportunity isn’t quite right but you’re still dreaming of a life in the Lakes, we’d still love to connect and have a chat.
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Experienced Operator
This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious operator to build on strong foundations, bring fresh ideas, and truly make their mark at the heart of Keswick.
The landlords are looking for an experienced pub partner with a background in high-street, community or seasonal trading environments. The right person will be confident recruiting, training and leading a team through peak periods, while maintaining high standards throughout the year. Adaptability, community focus and the ability to manage the demands of a busy Lake District pub will be key to building on the pub’s success.
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Reference Number:
PSCFKB / 41802
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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.
All financial information shown, including projected turnover, costs and potential earnings, is provided for illustrative purposes only and was correct at the time of advertising. These figures are not guaranteed and actual results may vary based on trading performance, operator decisions and market conditions.
Business Details
Forecast Wet Turnover: | £499,200 pa |
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Forecast Food Turnover: | £124,800 pa |
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Estimated Annual Operator Share: Based on 26% of forecast weekly sales. This figure excludes VAT and business operating costs, including labour. | £162,240 |
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Guaranteed Annual Retained Sum: | £35,000 |
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Financial Details
Deposit: | £5,000 |
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Legal Costs: | £360 |
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Currently averages £12,000 per week, with strong wet-led trade and clear potential to grow food sales further.
What’s in it for you?
- 26% share of weekly sales (excluding VAT) plus a guaranteed annual retained sum of £35K (released weekly)
- Low ingoing costs, deposits starting from £5,000, and £360 legal costs. (*deposits can vary depending on business*)
- Accommodation included with most bills covered, except the council tax & TV License.
The private accommodation consists of two bedrooms, a lounge, an office, a kitchen, and a bathroom.