The Ford Green, Norton is located in the north-east of Stoke on Trent. The Ford Green is a small estate-type pub located on the main road and is set in a residential area surrounded by a combination of terraced and semi-detached housing all in easy walking distance of the pub.
Pub Layout
The pub trades as a one room operation and is recently decorated throughout. As you enter the pub, you find yourself in the bar with a pool table located to the right and a well stocked bar servery to the left. Throughout the bar is a mixture of fixed, loose and vertical seating surrounded by three large TV's showing live sports, a duke box and two games machines. The ladies and gents toilets are accessed via the bar. Externally and to the rear is a large external drinking area which is a real suntrap in the summer months.
The accommodation is accessed via the pub, behind the bar. Split over two floors, on the first floor is the kitchen and lounge with the three bedrooms and bathroom located on the second floor.
Annual Rent: £16,500 (Rent Steps Available – £150 per week for first 4 weeks, £200 per week for 8 weeks, £250 per week for 8 weeks)
Security Deposit: £3,000
Working Capital: £1,500
Stock: £1,500
Business Rates: £Nil. Based on the April 2023 rating list, the Zero Rates Payable is based on small business rates relief being applied and the licensee only occupying one property for commercial purposes.
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.
Training: £325 plus VAT
For a breakdown on financial information, please refer to the ‘Additional Info’ tab.
The ideal licensee will be able to demonstrate the drive and passion to ensure the pub remains at the heart of this community. They’ll need to ensure there’s an excellent entertainment programme in place along with good quality beers and ales. A strong marketing plan would be essential to ensure it is the go to pub everyday of the week. Local knowledge would be preferred but not essential.
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