Rose & Crown, Bradford Abbas

The Rose and Crown pub, located in the charming village of Bradford Abbas in northwest Dorset, is a delightful destination for both locals and visitors alike. With excellent transport links via the A30, its proximity to the neighbouring towns of Yeovil and Sherborne, just a few miles away, makes it easily accessible for those looking to explore the scenic countryside. Nestled along quiet country roads, the pub is surrounded by the village’s key landmarks, including a nearby church and the local school. What sets the Rose and Crown apart is its traditional allure, with stone walls characteristic of the area and vibrant flowers adorning the exterior, adding to its quaint and inviting atmosphere. Its idyllic charm, combined with a fantastic reputation, draws in not only locals but also those enjoying a peaceful drive through the countryside. Whether visitors are coming for the beautiful surroundings or a sense of community, the Rose and Crown remains a beloved year-round spot.

Pub Layout

The Rose and Crown pub offers a cosy and welcoming atmosphere, characteristic of a well-maintained traditional English pub. As you step inside, you’re greeted by the warmth of a traditional open fire, which creates a rustic, inviting ambiance, particularly in the colder winter months. The pub’s décor is beautifully traditional, with a balanced combination of carpeted floors and loose seating, all in superb condition, adding to its homely charm. The layout is practical yet appealing. Upon entering through the front door, the bar and restaurant area run along the length of the pub, with a vibrant wooden bar servery providing the central focus. To the right, a set of doors leads into a spacious function room, equipped with a skittle alley, making it perfect for gatherings and events. This area also houses convenient restroom facilities for both ladies and gents. The pub boasts a well-equipped trade kitchen positioned at the rear of the bar, ensuring efficient service for its guests. Externally, the pub offers plenty of amenities. A large car park makes it accessible for visitors arriving by car, and to the left of the building, a well-kept lawn garden provides an ideal space for relaxation. This garden features a children’s play area, which could easily be transformed into a space for hosting community events during the warmer summer months. Additionally, there are several traditional stone outbuildings attached to the pub, which further enhance its rustic charm and offer potential for various uses. The combination of indoor and outdoor spaces makes the Rose and Crown an adaptable venue, perfectly suited to both the local community and visitors.

The Rose and Crown pub thrives with a traditional menu, offering hearty and classic pub fare that appeals to both locals and visitors from further afield. One of the standout features is the Sunday lunch carvery, a firm favourite among the community and those who travel to enjoy the pub’s renowned hospitality. The pub maintains a steady trade throughout the year, with an even 50/50 split between wet (drinks) and dry (food) sales, demonstrating its balanced appeal as both a dining and drinking destination. The bar is stocked with a fantastic range of cask ales, catering to beer enthusiasts, while a thoughtfully curated wine list ensures there’s something for everyone. The Rose and Crown’s menu is traditional yet satisfying, pairing perfectly with the drinks on offer. To enhance the pub’s vibrant atmosphere, weekend entertainment draws in crowds, creating a lively and enjoyable social scene. During the week, the pub stays active thanks to the local skittles teams that regularly play in the function room, boosting bar sales and keeping the pub busy on quieter evenings. This mix of food, drink, and entertainment helps the Rose and Crown retain its place at the heart of the community, while also attracting new visitors.

Private Accommodation

The private accommodation comprises of three bedrooms, living room, bathroom, and an office. There is also a very large storage and utility room. All very well decorated and presented.

Annual Rent: £19,500

Security Deposit: £5,000

Working Capital: £5,000

Stock: £5,000

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.

Training: £325 plus VAT

For a breakdown on financial information, please refer to the ‘Additional Info’ tab.

The Rose and Crown is a fantastic opportunity and as a result, Admiral Taverns are looking for an experienced licensee who has a depth of expertise in running a beautifully traditional, well presented pub in the centre of a rural village. They must be experienced food licensee’s with a keen eye on the wet side of the business, to be ‘mine host’ and be the heartbeat of the local community. The right retail offer will consist of great ale and wine, along with a quality food offer which embraces that wonderful hearty country pub feel that delights the locals yet also attracts destination diners. Fresh produce with local provenance and attention to detail should play a key role. The property is in superb condition and is beautifully presented. Not only does it look warm, friendly and inviting, the externals are looked after with a well planted and tended too garden with plenty of hanging baskets and troughs. We need someone who can not only keep up what has already been achieved here, but who can also cherish this rural delight and unlock it’s full potential.

Annual Rent – This is our lowest rent figure associated with a Full Tie.  If the tie is reduced the effective rent (via Tie Release Fees) will increase.  Rent is billed and paid for weekly in advance depending on the payment terms agreed). On occasion, our Business Development Manager will discuss a start up rent which is discretionary to an individual pub and can be discussed.

Security Deposit – This sum of money will be held on your account and will be returned to you on exiting of the pub based on your final account balance and the condition of the property.  Our standard deposit is 25% of the headline rent.  On occasion, we can negotiate a lower security deposit with the aim to build up to our full deposit on a long term agreement.

Working Capital – This is a recommend amount required which will be used in the day-to-day running of the business.

Stock – This will be valued by an independent valuer on the day you take over the pub. This includes unbranded glassware, unopened bottles, wines, spirits, any unopened / opened kegs and cask ale providing the container is unopened.

Fixtures & Fittings – This includes any item that is bolted to the floor or walls, and a fitting to be any item that is free standing or hung by a nail or hook. This will also include furniture.

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 – Before signing a long term agreement, you will be required to attend our 7 Steps to Sales Success training programme.  Held online over three days, you will learn marketing and business strategies that will help you to grow sales in your pub – step-by-step.

Service Charge Cost – £60.89 per week – The Admiral Taverns Premium Maintenance Package will help take care of your compliance and statutory obligations with one simple fee, whilst giving you piece of mind about your boiler and cellar cooling repair and replacement.  This also includes full access to e-learning for you and your staff.

*Zero Business Rates – Based on the April 2023 rating list, the Nil Rates Payable is based on small business rates relief being applied and the licensee only occupying one property for commercial purposes.  Please note, this only applies to pubs marked with an Asterix *