Run a Stonegate Pub - Black Horse Sidmouth, Devon

About the Pub

The Black Horse is a large, terraced pub situated in the stunning seaside town of Sidmouth, Devon. The pub is well established and known for its good-value freshly cooked food, using natural fresh locally sourced ingredients and its choice of real ales. The pub is open earlier for breakfasts and later for regular live music and entertainment, particularly at the weekend. The décor internally is traditional, with exposed brick wall interior for a modern stylish touch. The bar area has a homely, relaxed feel, with leather sofas, a dart board and bar stool seating for around 20 covers. The lounge and dining space is slightly raised from the bar area, with steps leading in to the loose café-style seating operation, which is spacious and bright, boasting skylight windows. Further back is the 60-cover dining room that comprises tiled floor and loose wooden seating that may be re-arranged to create more space, or host larger bookings. There is potential for live sports viewing in the bar area to drive additional footfall from locals. The private accommodation is spread across two floors; the first floor there are three double bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, and bathroom and the second floor there is a self-contained flat with lounge, kitchenette and en-suite bathroom.

Business Information

Agreement: Retail Partnership Tenancy
Capital Startup: Est. £13750
Fixtures / Fittings: Est. £25000
Guide Rent: £29000 pa
Potential Turnover: £422000 pa

Regional Manager's Thoughts

The Black Horse is set in a great location just minutes from the local beach, popular for fresh quality cooked meals and its choice of cask ales. I am now looking for an experienced publican with catering knowledge who can continue the strong food offer for burgers and steaks. Business is highly seasonal here, so I need somebody who is capable of driving sales in off peak months.

Surrounding Area

Sidmouth is a town on the English Channel in Devon, just 14 miles southeast of Exeter. It is a tourist resort and a gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Sitting along an impressive coastline and surrounded by spectacular countryside, Sidmouth allows you to enjoy the best you can expect from a beach holiday as well as having a rural feel and a real community atmosphere.

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