The Golden Cross, Ardens Grafton
Alcester

The Golden Cross, Ardens Grafton

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Key Highlights

  • Stunning main road Cotswold pub and restaurant set in 0.9 acres
  • Characterful beamed bar with log burner and 60 covers add to the initial impression
  • Separate restaurant which doubles as a function room for over 40 covers
  • FOUR bed owners accommodation
  • Expansive gardens and car park

 

Pub Overview

The internal trade areas of this business comprise of three dining areas, having a total of approximately 100 covers, with a wealth of period charm including original exposed beams and flagstone floor. There is easy access to the restaurant, which can double up as a function area for private parties as well as double door access to the rear trade garden offering an additional 75 covers. Externally the business offers the potential for wedding events and private functions of a similar nature, with ample room for external marquees which could be situated in the rear overflow car park.

 

Suitable Applicants

This business represents a great opportunity for an experienced catering couple or multiple site retailers who are committed to providing a first class pub/dining experience, with excellent customer service skills and an interest in hosting events.

Financial Overview

ANTICIPATED INVESTMENT REQUIRED

We estimate the Investment required for this pub would be as follows:

Security Deposit
Paid in advance to Wells & Co. Ltd, held to cover credit and rental charges. Returnable at the end of the agreement.
£10,000
Administration Fee
Payable to Wells & Co. Ltd in advance, to cover e.g. premises license changes, solicitors fees, and agreement.
£430
Minimum Working Capital Required 
    Minimum working capital required
£10,000
Stock and Glassware
Paid to the outgoing licensee on the day of changeover) to cover the value of opening stock
£3,000
Valuers Fees
(paid to valuer) for valuing fixtures and fittings
£800
Advanced Rent
One month rent in advance
£2,458
F&F
Estimated valuation (paid to the outgoing licensee via the valuer at least 7 days in advance) to purchase e.g. carpets, curtains, tables and chairs, kitchen equipment. 
£30,000
APPROXIMATE TOTAL
Please note that these are estimated figures, given as a guide only, and do not include fixtures and fittings.
£26,000
ANTICIPATED RETAINED INCOME
Drink Sales
40%
Food Sales
60%
Accommodation
n/a

FMT = Fair Maintainable Trade

Ongoing Costs

Service Charge
Includes: Cellar cooling service, Extract clean x 3, Buildings insurance, Fire Compliance, Boiler maintenance & Electrical Test (tenancies only)
£5,200 p/a
Accountancy Services
Fees for a nominated accountant (in the region of)
£4,900 p/a
Stocktaking Services
Six professional stocktakes per annum recommended
£1,472 p/a
Rent
In the region of £2,500 p/m
£29,500 p/a
Please note that these are estimated figures, given as a guide only. Goods and services may be subject to VAT.

Pub Details

Wixford Rd, Ardens Grafton, Alcester, Warwickshire, B50 4LG
Destination food
Total Investment 20k - 30k
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