The Chequers enjoys a prominent and highly visible position just off the main Braintree Road (B1417) in the heart of the picturesque village of Felsted, Essex. Set slightly back from the roadside, the pub forms a striking feature of the village streetscape, benefiting from its central location. Notably, Felsted Senior School one of the UK’s leading independent schools is located directly behind the pub, while Felsted Prep School lies just across the road. This prime positioning places The Chequers at the heart of a vibrant local community with a strong educational and residential presence. Despite its rural charm, Felsted is well-connected, served directly by the A120, with links to Stansted Airport and the M11. Nearby access to the A12, A131 (to Chelmsford and Halstead), and B1256 provides excellent connectivity to nearby towns. Several rural bus routes pass through the village, enhancing accessibility from Braintree, Great Dunmow, Chelmsford, and Saffron Walden.
Pub Layout
The pub currently features three distinct trading areas centred around a single bar servery. Two of the trade areas are currently in use, with an additional room to the left that is currently underutilised. Planned redevelopment will transform the layout into a bright, open-plan horseshoe-shaped space by relocating the bar, opening up the left-hand room, and creating a direct connection from the kitchen to the trade floor. This will significantly enhance flow and atmosphere, allowing for 72 internal covers. To the rear, a tired outhouse will be removed to create a spacious and inviting external area, offering up to 124 covers—perfect for outdoor dining, events and maximising trade throughout the year.
The private accommodation consists of three double bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and bathroom. This area is spacious and in good condition.
Annual Rent: £42,500
Security Deposit: £10,000 or the equivalent of three months’ rent, whichever is greater
Working Capital: £2,000
Stock: £8,000
Fixtures and Fittings: To be confirmed upon valuation – funding options may be available for the right licensee.
Tie: All drinks categories are tied. For fully funded licensees on long term agreements, we offer free-of-tie options for certain drinks categories in exchange for an annual fee.
For a breakdown on financial information, please refer to the ‘Additional Info’ tab.
The Chequers is a prominent village pub with strong potential, ready for an experienced licensee to lead its transformation. We’re seeking someone with proven success in similar venues who can deliver a high-quality, community-focused offer. The vision is for an all-day pub that caters to all occasions – serving quality coffee, lighter bites, and a full food menu, supported by a drinks range that spans premium draught, wines and spirits, cask ales and sessional options. The licensee will be strongly supported by a truly transformational investment, and the images give a flavour of the development planned for the property. It will be a best in class pub for miles around, and the look and feel will sit perfectly in the local area.
Love Your Pub Group will send the above details on your behalf to your selected product provider(s)
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