The Falcon @ Bletsoe
Bedford

The Falcon @ Bletsoe

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  • The Falcon @ Bletsoe gallery image
  • The Falcon @ Bletsoe gallery image
  • The Falcon @ Bletsoe gallery image
  • The Falcon @ Bletsoe gallery image
  • The Falcon @ Bletsoe gallery image
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Key Highlights

  • Prominent road side location on the busy A6 road between Bedford and Milton Ernest
  • Picture postcard, traditional inn full of character with very large gardens flanking the river Ouse
  • Real open log fire place and wooden beams add to the initial first impression
  • New external decking area adjacent to the restaurant ideal for alfresco dining
  • Payment plan available for the fixtures and fittings purchase
  • Large 4-bed private accommodation

 

Pub Overview

The internal trade areas of this business comprise of three dining areas, having a total of eighty covers, one bar operation and a new decking area with thirty covers. The garden is large enough for a possible further one hundred covers. Key features include a real open fire place and low wooden beams, full of charm and character. This layout is ideal for both private dining and functions. Externally the business offers the potential for wedding events and private functions of a similar nature, with ample room for external marquees.

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.

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.
£12,500
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
£4,125
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. 
£35,000
APPROXIMATE TOTAL
Please note that these are estimated figures, given as a guide only, and do not include fixtures and fittings.
£30,855

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 £4,000 p/m
£49,500 p/a
Please note that these are estimated figures, given as a guide only. Goods and services may be subject to VAT.

Pub Details

Bletsoe, Rushden Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 1QN
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