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Car Park
Property details
The Scotland sits on the edge of Birstall, close to the walking trails at Oakwell Hall and Country Park, which hosts regular outdoor events including parkruns. There are 9,618 adults within a 20-minute walk of the pub. With three competitors in the wider area, including two in the centre of Birstall and one requiring a drive, the Scotland is one of only a handful of pubs serving this catchment. The pub has been closed, and the refurbishment will help re-engage residents, attract more walk-ins and destination visits, and create a distinctive alternative to the managed pubs nearby.
A refurbishment planned in the region of £125,000 will transform the Scotland into a refreshed premium local and traditional drinks-led community pub serving Birstall and the surrounding area.
The pub's trading area and facilities post-refurbishment will be:
- Main trading area with bar
- Snug area
- Separate games and sports zone
- 65 internal covers
- Around 100 external covers with further potential
- HEINEKEN SmartDispense
- Large pub garden
- Parking for around four cars
The private accommodation consists of two bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, and a lounge
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Live Sports
Trading style
The planned investment of approximately £125,000 will cover both the interior and exterior of the pub. The building will receive a comprehensive refresh, including new external signage, upgraded décor, and improvements to the private accommodation, ready to support a renewed community-led offer.
The pub building will be refreshed inside and out to improve kerb appeal and create a more welcoming, contemporary environment. New signage will signal a clear change, while the interior décor will be upgraded to support the premium local positioning and bring the pub back to the heart of the community.
The Scotland will stand out as a proper traditional, drinks-led local rather than a generic managed offer. Its very large garden, with space for around 100 customers and further trading potential, will give the operator a major point of difference. A strong rhythm of the week, community events and creative use of the garden will be essential to rebuilding regular trade.
Attitude is more valuable than experience. If you’ve got the following, we’d love to hear from you.
- Understanding of the local community
- You know what it takes to build a successful business
- You love hospitality and are great with customers.
If this sounds like the incredible pub opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply today and tell us what you can bring to this pub’s next chapter…
Key financials
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Reference Number:
8M9JTW / 2300450101
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Agreement Type:
Tenancy
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Min Ingoing Cost:
£26,783.00
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Annual Rent:
£29,132.00
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.
Annual:
Estimated Annual Turnover £422,519
Annual Rent £29,132
Entry Costs:
Deposit £7,283
Estimated Fixtures & Fittings Value £12,000
Stock Valuation £4,000
Working Capital Required £3,500
Indicative entry costs £26,783
The above figures are provided as a guide only and will be finalised as part of the commercial agreement. All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT.