STAFFORDSHIRE – CRAFT BEER AND GIN BAR IN PRIME TOWN CENTRE POSITION

Stone, Staffordshire

Ref: 46997

Leasehold

Key Features

  • Ground floor premises
  • Stone town centre
  • Split level trade area
  • Private courtyard
  • Recently refurbished
  • 10 year renewable lease
  • Precis

    Craft beer and gin bottle shop and bar located in the Staffordshire market town of Stone in a prime trading position.

    Location

    Ten Green Bottles is located on High Street in the Staffordshire market town of Stone which lies 7 miles north of Stafford, 7 south of Stoke-on-Trent and 15 north of Rugley. The river and Mersey canals both pass through the town which has an excellent reputation for food and drink which is complimented by the monthly farmers market and annual food and drink festivals. Two of the oldest brewers are located in Stone carrying on the Augustine tradition of beer making, the most notable was John Joules & Sons which was established in 1780. Their beer stores and bottle plant remains an imposing building on the canal, which can clearly be identified by the red cross logo in the brickwork of John Joules .

    Stone lies just off the A34 which links the Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. The M6 motorway is accessible via the A51 and provides links to the north west of England and Birmingham. The A520 providing ease of access to the Peak District National Park to the northeast. Stone railway station serves the west coast mainline and offers links to London Euston via Stafford and to the north via Crewe.

    These Ground floor lock up premises are a mid terrace building in a prominent town centre position with private courtyard and car park. The property briefly comprises: -

    Property

    TRADE AREAS
    MAIN BAR with tiled floors, feature lighting, booth and free stool seating for approximately 40. Bar servery to the rear with tiled front and copper top bar. Modern and contemporary décor throughout. Beyond the main bar is the SNUG AREA providing stool and booth seating for 15 and offers a snug and cozy setting.

    STAFF KITCHEN comprising of altra non slip flooring, storage units, wash areas, dish washer and refrigeration units. LADIES TOILETS to the rear of the building with two toilets and a wash basin.

    EXTERNAL
    Private COURTYARD with Staffordshire red brick flooring, sheltered and loose seating to accommodate approximately 15. GENTLEMENS TOILETS. STORAGE. CELLAR.

    On street seating to the front of the building to accommodate 8.

    Private CAR PARKING to the rear of the property for two vehicles.

    The Business

    Our clients have operated the Ten Green Bottles, Stone since 2017. It is a popular spot for drinkers who desire craft ales and gins in a cosy and welcoming environment. Our client has overseen renovation in the past two years. Accounts show a turnover circa £260,000 per annum for the 2022 trading period. There is scope for increase sales by extending opening hours and the introduction of a food menu. Our client advises that the reason for sale is due to focusing on other business interests.

    Tenure

    LEASEHOLD £120,000 to include goodwill and fixtures and fittings. Stock at valuation in addition. 

    Ten Green Bottles is held on a part repairing and insuring lease from a private individual, for a term of ten years commencing 16th January 2017. The lease falls within the security provisions of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 and is fully assignable. Rent £16,000 per annum paid monthly in advance, subject to rent reviews after year five. An incoming party with be required to provide a rental deposit to the Landlord of £1,000 in advance. The lease is free of all trade ties.

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

    Licence

    A full Premises Licence is held.

    Opening Hours:

    Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 23:00
    Friday & Saturday 09:00 to 00:00
    Sunday 10:00 to 20:00

    Services

    All mains services are connected.

    Local Authority: Stafford Borough Council, Civic Centre, Riverside, Stafford, ST16 3AQ.
    Telephone: 01785 619000
    Rateable Value: £14,000

    Enquire about this listing

    Dean McVay
    North West