Run a Stonegate Pub - Railway Doncaster, South Yorkshire

About the Pub

The Railway is a traditional town centre tavern located adjacent to the main railway station in Doncaster and attracts local shoppers and office workers during the day along with local residential trade during the evening. It is a popular stop off point for commuters from the nearby train station. The Railway is a one bar operation with a large L-shaped open plan lounge and an adjacent small snug bar, both traditionally decorates with space for over 30 covers. Furthermore, the snug area has its own bar hatch for convenience, a traditional fire and also has additional fixed and loose seating for over 20 guests. Positioned between the lounge and snug is a pool table and gaming machines that are very popular with the local sports enthusiasts and can be used to develop a pub sports team. This pub is rich with amenities as it also boasts a large function room on the second bar, decked with it own bar that can be developed further with the correct marketing. The Railway has a large private accommodation area, with three-bedrooms, a lounge and a kitchen. Predominantly a wet led business, there is the potential to introduce and develop a bar snack menu to widen the current customer base. Stonegate Pub Partners are seeking a publican who has experience in working within a town-centre based pub, to further develop this well-located business opportunity.

Business Information

Agreement: Retail Partnership Tenancy
Capital Startup: Est. £7750
Fixtures / Fittings: Est. £9000
Guide Rent: £15000 pa
Potential Turnover: £208000 pa

Regional Manager's Thoughts

The pub is frequented by a mix of clientele, from local shoppers and office workers during the day, to local residents in the evening. The site also benefits from customers commuting from the railway station. Currently, the Railway is a wet-led business, however, there is the potential to introduce and develop a bar snack menu to widen the current customer base.

Surrounding Area

The Railway Inn is located in the busy town centre, adjacent to the main railway station in Doncaster. The pub is in close proximity to the busy A630, which leads to the Frenchgate shopping centre.

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