WEST WICKHAM, LONDON - SIZEABLE HIGH STREET PUB AND EATERY

West Wickham, London

Ref: 51105

Leasehold

Key Features

  • Central position in bustling West Wickham
  • Eye-catching two-storey public house
  • 75 cover bar and restaurant
  • Front and rear trade gardens (150-160)
  • Four bedroom accommodation
  • New lease with favourable barrelage discount
  • Location

    The Wheatsheaf is situated in the affluent South-East London town of West Wickham, in the London Borough of Bromley. It lies approximately 10 miles south-east of Charing Cross, close to Park Langley, Eden Park, Beckenham and Bromley town centre. This popular London suburb, consisting predominantly of 1930s housing, benefits from a bustling High Street on which The Wheatsheaf is positioned. The High Street houses a number of independent and national retailers and hospitality outlets.

    The town sits on Glebe Way/Croydon Road, a busy arterial road between Croydon and the M25. West Wickham Station provides services in TFL Travel Card Zone 5 with services running to London Charing Cross and Hayes. The area benefits from being served by several TFL bus routes.

    Property

    The Wheatsheaf is an eye catching two-storey public house benefitting from a central position within the High Street. The property is of red brick construction under a pitched tile roof, and greatly benefits from footfall from the neighbouring Sainsbury's Superstore.

    TRADE AREAS
    - BAR: A spacious L-shaped trade area with central bar, decorative fireplace, air conditioning and seating for 75. The bar is conveniently laid out to provide a distinct differentiation between eating and drinking areas.
    - LADIES' TOILETS.
    - TWO GENTLEMEN'S TOILETS.
    - TRADE KITCHEN: With double deep fat fryer, six burner range cooker, convection oven and undercounter fridges.
    - KP/WASH-UP AREA: With commercial pass-through dishwasher and fridges and freezers.
    - STORAGE.
    - BARN STORAGE.
    - BASEMENT CELLAR: Divided into a chilled barrel store and separate ambient bottle room.

    OWNERS ACCOMMODATION
    Located across the first and second floor, comprising:
    - FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS.
    - KITCHEN.
    - BATHROOM.
    - OFFICE.
    - OFFICE/STOREROOM.

    EXTERNAL
    - FRONT TRADE PATIO: Laid to resin and housing 11 round picnic benches.
    - REAR PATIO: Part covered and providing seating for 90.
    - THREE TRADE YARDS.
    - CAR PARK: Space for 12 vehicles.

    The Business

    The Wheatsheaf operates as a warm and welcoming public house and eatery which serves the needs of the local community. It is known for its affordable traditional food offering as well as its ability to cater for functions such as christenings and wakes. The Wheatsheaf hosts regular live music which also draws in custom from further afield.

    It is our understanding that net turnover for the year ending 31st October 2025 stood at £515,562 which in turn generated a net profit in the region of £80,000. Further accounting details can be made available to seriously interested parties following a formal viewing.

    The Wheatsheaf would suit a hands-on owner or small multiple operator alike with management team to install. A new owner could further increase turnover with an increased marketing budget focused at younger drinkers and diners utilising social media.

    Tenure

    LEASEHOLD £85,000 to include goodwill, fixtures and fittings. Stock at valuation in addition.

    The Wheatsheaf is held on a new full repairing and insuring lease agreement from Greene King, commencing March 2026 for a term of 10 years. The lease falls within the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954. Rent is £46,500 per annum subject to five yearly rent reviews. The lease is of partial tie, tied on draught products but does enjoy a £180 barrel discount. The lease is free-of-tie on wines, spirits and minerals.

    No direct approach to be made to the business; please direct all communications through Sidney Phillips.

    Viewing strictly by appointment only.

    Licence

    A Premises Licence is held.

    Services

    All mains services are connected.
    Rateable value: £24,200
    Local Authority: London Borough of Bromley

    Enquire about this listing

    Robert Cockayne
    South East & London