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The Doctors is located in the heart of Bathgate town centre. This pub benefits from a prominent position surrounded by a mix of retail units, takeaways, commercial businesses and other licensed venues. Its central location provides access to a strong and loyal local customer base, making it an ideal community-focused business.
Key features include its town-centre setting, established community pub appeal and excellent live sports offering, with large screens attracting customers throughout the week. The pub also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to local bus routes and Bathgate railway station, positioned on the Edinburgh to Glasgow line, providing connectivity to a wider catchment area.
A modern, wet-led community pub that has quickly established itself since opening in September 2025. The venue offers a strong sports-led experience, showing a wide range of live events including football, rugby, Formula 1, cricket and boxing, making it a go-to destination for sports fans throughout the year.
Complementing the sports offer, the pub also provides an opportunity to develop a vibrant entertainment programme, with live music creating additional appeal and helping to drive trade across the week. Located close to Bathgate railway station and well served by local bus routes, the pub is easily accessible to both residents and visitors, providing excellent potential to grow the customer base and establish itself as a key venue within the community.
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Experienced Operator
The pub company is seeking a highly experienced and driven operator with a strong understanding of the West Lothian area and the local licensed trade. The ideal candidate will be a confident leader with a proven track record of managing successful pubs, maintaining high standards, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for customers and staff alike.
This opportunity would suit a hands-on operator who leads from the front, is visible within the business, and takes pride in building strong relationships with both the local community and their team. They will be proactive, resilient, and capable of managing a busy sports-led venue, while working closely with staff, customers, and relevant authorities to ensure the pub remains a well-run, enjoyable destination at the heart of the community.
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Reference Number:
C46VXY / AT-EH48
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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.
Business Details
Forecast Wet Turnover: | £TBC pa |
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Forecast Machine Turnover: | £TBC pa |
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Financial Details
Self-Employed Management.
The private accommodation is located directly above the pub and benefits from its own separate entrance, providing additional privacy and independence from the trading area. The accommodation comprises two well-proportioned bedrooms, offering comfortable living space ideally suited to an operator or couple looking to live on-site while maintaining a clear separation between work and home life.