The Devonshire Arms is a historic 19th-century country pub, situated on the edge of the Chatsworth Estate in the heart of the Peak District. Offering a warm, rustic atmosphere with a modern twist. Known for its fresh, seasonal menu, cask ales, world lagers, and extensive wine list, it’s a popular destination for both locals and visitors. The property also features 11 individually styled en-suite rooms, making it a perfect retreat for walkers and countryside explorers.
The Pub
The Devonshire Arms sits within walking distance of the Chatsworth Estate. With great curb appeal it is the epitome of a quintessential Derbyshire pub and is guaranteed to entice passers-by.
The Devonshire Arms has 11 en suite guest rooms, a terrace beer garden and a car park for 30 vehicles? This is a truly multi-facetted business that together with a great team and enthusiasm to engage with both locals and tourists will be an epic pub for years to come.
There is plenty on offer within just a short drive of the pub. The Regency town of Matlock and Bakewell with plenty of heritage and stunning scenery, This beautiful pub is a magnet for locals and tourists alike all looking for a home from home experience, while capturing the true essence of the Chatsworth estate.
Key Responsibilities:
Full operational management of the pub, restaurant, and guest accommodation.
Lead and develop a high-performing team to deliver exceptional service.
Maintain high standards of food, drink, cleanliness, and customer care.
Manage budgets, stock control, and supplier relationships.
Drive revenue through events, promotions, and community engagement.
Ensure compliance with health & safety, licensing, and employment regulations.
Collaborate with Operations Manager to align with strategic goals.
Ideal Partner Profile:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in senior pub or hospitality management.
Proven leadership and team development skills.
Strong commercial acumen with P&L and budget management experience.
Passionate about food, drink, and countryside hospitality.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with the Peak District market is a plus.
The Partnership
Ready to run your own business, manage your own team and define your own wage structure? Love working closely with an Operations Manager to build an incredible pub legacy with uncompromising standards and stand out guest experience? Then the Punch Management Partnerships is the perfect option for you.
Alongside tonnes of day to day support and a brilliant framework to grow the business, we provide an uncapped cut of top line turnover to pay yourself and your team in exchange for your Management Company providing the management services at the pub – it’s your structure to own, subject to management company costs including, but not limited to, staff costs, minor repairs and maintenance at the pub, security/door staff and insurance. We understand how important it is for a Management Company to completely own their own team.
In our Partnerships, we love pub obsessed entrepreneurs that help us lead the industry. We love to partner with people that help us create pub legacies that stand the test of time and become the hub of their community. We get that every pub has its own distinct character, so your Operations Manager will work closely with you to understand the true identity of your business, we can then help support you amplifying this, it’s a partnership after all!
Financial Information
Initial Deposit
£3,000
Working Capital
£2,000
Business Information
Forecasted Annual Wet Turnover
£536,916
Forecasted Annual Food Turnover
£670,260
Forecasted Annual Accommodation Turnover
£325,198
Agreement
Management Partnership
We are seeking a highly experienced and entrepreneurial Pub Operator to lead the day-to-day operations of The Devonshire Arms. This is a unique opportunity to manage a well-established venue with a strong reputation and loyal customer base, set in one of the UK’s most scenic locations.
Love Your Pub Group will send the above details on your behalf to your selected product provider(s)
Insurance disclaimer
Towergate Insurance Brokers is a trading name of Towergate Underwriting Group Limited. Registered in England No 4043759.
Registered address: 2 Minster Court, Mincing Lane, London EC3R 7PD. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Finance disclaimer
Portman Finance Group includes Portman Asset Finance Limited (Reg No: 06226530) which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for its credit broking activities and deals with a panel of lenders (FRN: 719988), Portman Leasing Limited (Reg No: 06797365) authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct for Consumer Hire lending (FRN: 723730) and Portman Commercial Finance Limited (Reg
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Mortgage disclaimer
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