Run a Stonegate Pub - Highwayman Liskeard, Cornwall

About the Pub

The Highway Man is a large roadside pub situated in the village of Dobwalls, south east Cornwall. The pub is very popular with locals and there is huge potential to develop this pub into a well-established destination food pub. There are two key internal trading areas which include a bar and a restaurant. The bar opens out on to the front terrace and boasts traditional features including a mixture of beams, stone, wood and panelling. The space is split into two sections and can seat between 40 and 50 covers. The restaurant is nicely decorated with a feature fireplace and can accommodate 20 to 30 covers. As this area is adjacent to the bar area it could be divided to provide facilities for private parties. Both of the trading areas, and the toilets, are to be decorated prior to the pub being let. Additional facilities include a fully equipped commercial kitchen with an extraction system. To the front of the pub is a terrace with a covered area that acts as a smoking solution. To the side is a large beer garden which could seat 50 covers. The garden would benefit from the addition of children's play equipment and would also be great for BBQs. The car park can hold 30 vehicles and there is a public car park next door if this is full. The private accommodation comprises of four bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, and lounge. Stonegate Pub Partners are now seeking a new starter to the trade or an established food operator who can maximise the facilities of this great pub. This is plenty of scope to develop this business for great food, driving trade from further afield.

Business Information

Agreement: Retail Partnership Tenancy
Capital Startup: Est. £9350
Fixtures / Fittings: Est. £5150
Guide Rent: £29500 pa
Potential Turnover: £459000 pa

Regional Manager's Thoughts

The Highwayman is a great first-time pub opportunity but could also appeal to an established food operator. The large car park, good sized bar, separate dining room and large beer garden provide great scope to develop a brilliant village pub as well as the opportunity to build a reputation as a destination venue.

Surrounding Area

The Highwayman is prominently located roadside in the delightful village of Dobwalls, in south east Cornwall. The pub lies just half an hour from the coast at Looe, the city of Plymouth and the market town of St Austell and 45 minutes away from Newquay. Dobwalls has a mixture of residential and holiday homes and within the village there are several local shops. The population is made up of retired couples and working families enjoying village life.

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