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Olde Market Inn
West main Street, Whitburn, Bathgate, West Lothian, EH47 0QZ
Annual Rent: £30,000
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The Olde Market Inn occupies a prominent position on Whitburn’s main street, surrounded by local shops that generate strong passing footfall. Whitburn is a historic town on the south bank of the River Almond in West Lothian, Scotland, ideally located midway between Scotland’s two largest cities, approximately 23 miles east of Glasgow and 22 miles west of Edinburgh. Steeped in history, Whitburn was traditionally a mining town until the closure of the local colliery in the 1980s and later benefited from the presence of the renowned Levi Strauss clothing manufacturer. The town is currently experiencing significant regeneration and investment. Whitburn is well connected with regular bus services, excellent road access via the M8 motorway and nearby train stations at Armadale and Bathgate.
The bar is a cosy, single-room operation, with a prominent bar immediately visible upon entry. To the right of the entrance sits a pool table, providing a focal point for socialising and games. Two large windows overlooking the main street fill the space with natural light, enhancing the welcoming atmosphere. The wooden flooring complements the bench seating arranged in intimate, snug sections, paired with low-level tables and chairs. High poser tables line the front of the bar, which is adorned with high stools, creating an authentic traditional “olde worldly” pub feel. TVs are positioned around the room, broadcasting live sports and racing. The toilets are conveniently located to the left of the bar.
There is no private accommodation at this site.
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The Olde Market Inn is a traditional, wet-led community pub, well known for its vibrant sports atmosphere and welcoming local character. Supported by a loyal and friendly regular customer base, the pub benefits from a popular pool table that serves as a key social focal point. There is significant potential to further enhance its community appeal by introducing a dartboard, strengthening links with local sports teams, and expanding the events programme, helping to drive greater engagement, increase footfall, and boost beer sales.
The landlords are looking for an enthusiastic, community-focused licensee (or couple) to unlock the full potential of the Olde Market Inn. Situated in the heart of Whitburn, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a well-established, wet-led community pub with a loyal customer base and significant scope for growth. Whether you are an experienced publican or seeking your first venture in the licensed trade, the Olde Market Inn offers the chance to run a thriving local pub with the support of an experienced licensee. The ideal applicant(s) will be passionate about creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, delivering great value for customers, and becoming an integral part of the local community. Success will come from developing a varied and engaging offer that gives customers multiple reasons to visit, including live sport, quizzes, entertainment, and community-led events, while maintaining high operational standards and driving sales growth. Previous hospitality experience is beneficial but not essential. More important are strong people skills, a positive attitude, entrepreneurial spirit, and the ambition to build a successful business at the heart of the community.
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