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Property details
Located just off Redditch’s bustling High Street, this characterful pub enjoys a prime town-centre position close to Peakman Street and the Kingfisher Shopping Centre, benefitting from strong footfall and visibility. Redditch is a thriving Worcestershire town, just 15 miles south of Birmingham, with excellent transport links via the A441, M42, and Redditch Station, which offers direct Cross-City Line services to Birmingham. Public car parks and local bus routes further enhance accessibility. With its central location, established community setting, and scope to develop a distinctive local offer, this Sportsman's Arms presents a rare opportunity to run a welcoming, characterful pub in one of Redditch’s most connected areas.
Customers enter directly from the High Street into a cosy snug area, positioned opposite the main bar and featuring bar stools, bench seating, and tables and chairs, ideal for casual drinking and conversation. To the left, a larger lounge area offers additional seating with two comfortable alcoves and a darts oche, creating a relaxed and social environment for regulars and visitors alike. From this main trading space, there is access to the ladies’ and gents’ toilets and to a covered outdoor courtyard, providing bench seating for up to 10–12 customers, perfect for use in warmer months. Behind the bar is a compact trade kitchen, providing potential to offer a simple food menu or bar snacks. With its prime High Street position, traditional layout, and homely feel, this pub offers an excellent opportunity for a great licensee to create a friendly and successful local pub.
The private accommodation is located on the second floor and includes a lounge, kitchen, bathroom, two double bedrooms, and an office. The first floor was historically used as a function room; however, there are no plans to reinstate it at this time.
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Live Entertainment
Trading style
Opening from 10 am most days, the pub enjoys steady daytime trade from a loyal base of regulars, residents, and nearby shoppers. Lunchtimes are relaxed and sociable, with customers calling in for drinks or light refreshments. Evenings are centred around live sports and darts, attracting consistent midweek custom and creating a friendly, community atmosphere. Weekend trade typically peaks on Friday and Saturday nights, when the introduction of live music or other entertainment helps drive footfall and maintain a lively, welcoming environment.
The Sportsman's Arms is a well-established town centre pub with strong local recognition and genuine community appeal. The ideal licensee will be community-focused, with a good understanding of the local market and customer base. There is excellent potential to enhance the rhythm of the week through regular events, sports activities, and entertainment, as well as the opportunity to introduce a simple back-bar food offer to complement the core drinks trade and broaden the appeal.
Key financials
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Reference Number:
IU3WDL / P04416
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£12,000.00
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Annual Rent:
£24,500.00
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: £24,500
Security Deposit: £5,000 or the equivalent of three months’ rent, whichever is greater
Working Capital: £3,000
Stock: £4,000
Business Rates: £Nil. Based on the April 2023 rating list, the Zero 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.
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.