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External Drinking Area
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Function Room
Property details
The Greyhound is a large, double-fronted, detached pub situated just outside the centre of Lydney and benefits from being surrounded by a popular residential area as well as being in close proximity to the main High Street. The pub sits in a prominent and elevated position, being located on a slight hill, with a good-sized garden to the front and side. Lydney is a town in the county of Gloucestershire. It is conveniently situated on the west bank of the River Severn and is approximately 16 miles southwest of the city of Gloucester.
Access to the Greyhound is both via the front door from the road and to the rear via the spacious beer garden. On entering the Greyhound, you will notice that there are two distinct trade areas which are interlinked and are both serviced by the good-sized central bar. The smaller side of the trade area is currently used as a pool table and darts zone at present however, this could be further utilised as a small function room. The main bar area, in an L shape, has an open fire, lots of TVs, and a mixture of seating.
To get to the main entrance, a customer has to walk past a good-sized beer garden to the front and side of the property.
The private accommodation consists of three bedrooms, a lounge/office, and a bathroom with a separate toilet. The accommodation has recently undergone significant refurbishment to a high standard.
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Pool Area
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Live Entertainment
Trading style
The Greyhound is a drinks-focused, local community pub, that has its main clientele from the houses and towns around the area. The pub was always the hub of the town with sports teams and televised sports entertainment as well as local live music and karaoke nights. With the spacious beer garden and ample internal room, the Greyhound utilises the space well to provide zoned areas to facilitate diverse groups within the building. After-work drinking and nighttime entertainment as well as summertime outside drinking could all contribute to the diverse income streams of the site.
The landlords are looking for a passionate and driven individual or couple who has excellent retail standards. Ideally the best person for this pub would be someone from the local area who can reconnect the pub back with the local community. They will need an active rhythm of the week and a strong marketing plan with a good social media presence to ensure the business is being driven forward.
The new licensee could also look to introduce a back bar food offer and encourage more families from the community as well as introduce innovative drinks offers to put the pub at the heart of the local town again. Focussing on re-establishing the daytime drinking trade as well as re-connecting with sports teams and re-introducing rugby via BT Sports would increase the footfall and promote the welcoming feeling that the pub can hold. Music and sports have always been a key element in driving the business at this site and someone who can maximise this would aid the pub in reaching its full potential.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IU3WDL / P04095
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£9,000.00
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Annual Rent:
£19,500.00
The stated ingoing figures are correct at point of advertising. Please be aware there may be additional costs.
Please be aware that Energy Performance Certificates are available from the landlord.
Annual Rent: £19,500 Starting Rent £200pw
Security Deposit: £5,000 or the equivalent of three months’ rent, whichever is greater
Working Capital: £2,500
Stock: £2,500 – Special Offer of £1000 Trade Credit towards first order
Zero Business Rates* – Based on the draft rating list for April 2026, the Nil Rates Payable is based on small business rates relief being applied for by the licensee and the licensee only occupying one property for commercial purposes. Please note, this only applies to pubs marked with an Asterix *
Fixtures and Fittings: To be confirmed upon valuation – funding options may be available for the right licensee.
Tie: All drink categories are tied. For fully funded licensees on long-term agreements, the landlords offer free-of-tie options for certain drinks categories in exchange for an annual fee.