Drake, Bransholme

Alison Davidson, Business Development Manager, is seeking a passionate and community-focused operator who will build on the strong foundations already established at The Drake. They will create a welcoming, lively pub that sits at the heart of the local community, driving wet sales through live sport, entertainment, pub games and a structured weekly rhythm of activity. The successful operator will actively engage with local residents, charities and community groups, developing sports teams, leagues and regular events that encourage repeat visits and build customer loyalty. They will also maximise the opportunities presented by the function room and external trading space to generate additional trade through private hire, community events and partnerships with local food vendors. You will need to be  commercially aware and well organised, they will embrace the recent investment, maintain high retail standards and continue to grow sales, ensuring The Drake is recognised as the leading Proper Pub in Bransholme.

Proper Pubs invested in the Drake middle of 2025 and due to a change in personal circumstances it is now available. This is a thriving community pub opportunity located in the heart of Bransholme, just 20 minutes from Hull city centre; set within a densely populated residential area with over 12,000 people nearby. The Drake is a detached property boasting excellent roadside visibility and a generous adjacent car park. The pub has become very popular with the local community.

Pub Layout

The newly updated layout offers two distinct trading spaces, a main lounge and an entertainment area. A cosy and comfortable setting ideal for casual drinking, live entertainment, and karaoke nights. A dedicated sports area featuring a pool table, large screen for major sporting events, two dart boards, and fixed booth seating perfect for sports fans who can enjoy live sports on the well positioned TV screen, this could easily be transformed for functions and community events.  Both areas are served by a redesigned, shared bar servery, ensuring a smooth service flow between spaces. The external space has also being enhanced, featuring a refreshed drinking terrace with new picnic benches, atmospheric festoon lighting, and fully updated signage, making it an attractive social hub both day and night.

The pub provides a varied and consistent programme of entertainment throughout the week, including karaoke, live music, DJs, tribute acts, quiz nights, twice-weekly bingo, poker leagues, games nights, and televised sporting events. The separate lounge and sports bar create two distinct customer experiences, allowing live entertainment to take place without impacting the sports viewing atmosphere, while also providing flexible space for private functions and community gatherings. The Drake has established sports teams, including darts and pool, which generate valuable midweek trade and encourage regular customer visits. These leagues provide a strong foundation for continued growth, with opportunities to expand participation and introduce additional teams. A key opportunity for the next operator is to build on the strong community relationships already established. The Drake should be more than simply a place to enjoy a drink; it should continue to develop as a true community hub by supporting local charities, hosting fundraising events, welcoming community groups, and providing an accessible venue for local organisations and clubs. The external trading area offers further opportunities to increase footfall and revenue by working in partnership with local food businesses to provide weekend food trucks and pop-up catering. This space can also be utilised for outdoor entertainment, family fun days and charity fundraisers.

Private Accommodation

The private accommodation consists of: Three bedrooms, living room, kitchen/diner and bathroom. The accommodation was part of the recent investment making it a great home for a family or couple to enjoy and is in good condition .

Security deposit: £2,000

Estimated Annual Turnover (Net): £442,000

These figures are based on our Business Development Managers assessment of the trading potential of this pub and are intended for guidance purposes only

No rent applicable on this agreement

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

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

• STRIVE- The Proper Pubs way. Held online over one day, 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.