Cannon, Wellingborough

The Cannon was recently refurbished and is in fantastic condition throughout is just on the edge of Wellingborough town centre, very close to bookmakers, various food outlets and convenience stores. It is also within reach of town centre shopping and food/drink outlets. New signage, outside lighting and a fresh, inviting décor have been added and the pub looks great….it is a little gem waiting to be polished. Wellingborough is a historic market town located in North Northamptonshire, England. It lies roughly 11 miles east of Northampton and about 65 miles north of London.

Pub Layout

The pub has been transformed post investment and is in super condition throughout, the furniture is both loose and fixed compliments with carpeted areas for that cosy feel and wooden flooring. This is all serviced by the well positioned bar ensuring service is smooth during those busy evenings. Externally the pub has a paved enclosed outside space complete with enclosed pods for those winter months.

The pub hosts local darts and pool team during the week with free pool nights on a Wednesday for locals to enjoy. The Cannon has a reputation for its welcoming and lively atmosphere at the weekends the entertainment programme is varied with live artist, DJs and karaoke featuring in the weekly line up the pub has a 1am licence at weekend and this needs to be maximised. The Cannon must be more than just a pub it must become the beating heart of the community. Active involvement in local life is essential, with regular fundraisers for local charities and support for community groups. The pub boasts a varied product range featuring a great selection of category-leading products, complemented by numerous regular weekly promotions, ensuring customers receive exceptional value for their money. There is opportunities to grow the weekly sales in the pub by developing a stronger rhythm of the week thing quiz night, board game afternoons and much more. 

Private Accommodation

There is generous sized living accommodation above the pub, consisting of a Lounge, 3 bedrooms, Kitchen and bathroom. Accessed from the pub, the accommodation has been refurbished to a good standard in the last 12 months and would make an ideal place to call home for the new operator.

Security deposit: £2,000

No rent applicable on this agreement

This opportunity is for you to run your pub as a self-employed manager. Admiral Taverns take care of all the running costs including rates, utilities, stock and day to day running costs whilst you take home 18.5% of the net weekly sales, all employment costs relating to your staff and any council tax and TV licence for the residential quarters.

All new operators have comprehensive free training as part of their agreement.

• 7 Steps to Sales Success Training Programme.  Held online over two days, you will learn marketing and business strategies that will help you to grow sales in your pub – step-by-step.
• E-Learning Training for you and your staff. Featuring more than 30 courses for both you and your staff, you’ll have access to a wide range of topics from Compliance, Health and Safety to Personal Development and Wellbeing.

Nicky Bellingham Business Development Manager is looking for a strong operator with a firm understanding of the local area, experience in running a similar style pub is a must. This pub needs a strong sales driver and to really maximise the opportunities throughout the week with good marketing and retail planning. You will need to be community focused with a shining personality that makes everyone feel welcome and passion for exceptional customer service and a commitment to retail excellence.