Fairham, Nottingham

Business Development Manager John Previll looking for an individual or couple with the drive and dedication to make a real difference. Given the scale of this business, proven experience in running and operating a successful community pub is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who have already demonstrated their ability to manage a vibrant local pub and are now ready to take it to the next level. The ideal operator will bring ambition, strong leadership, and high operational standards, ensuring the pub is run efficiently and maintained to an excellent standard. Above all, the successful candidate will put the community at the heart of everything they do, continuing to make The Fairham a welcoming and inclusive hub for the local area. To thrive in this role, you’ll need passion, creativity, and energy especially when it comes to promotion and event planning. From live entertainment and community gatherings to family occasions, you’ll create events that bring people together and meet the diverse needs of the local community. If you have the experience, enthusiasm, and vision to make The Fairham the go to destination for locals and visitors alike, we’d love to hear from you.

Pub Layout

The Fairham Hotel underwent a HUGE transformational investment in 2025 and is in super condition throughout. creating a warm, modern, and welcoming space that caters to all. Inside, the open plan layout has been carefully zoned to provide distinct areas for different occasions. A dedicated sports area features a pool table, two darts boards, and multiple large screens, complemented by new fixtures and fittings. The centrally positioned bar serves as the heart of the pub, designed to efficiently service every part of the pub. Overlooking the bar is a raised area with comfortable fixed seating and carpeted flooring, ideal for relaxed drinks and catch ups with friends, while the larger open space to the right combines carpet and wooden flooring to create a versatile seating area suitable for all types of gatherings. Externally, the transformation is just as impressive. The large car park accommodates more than 20 vehicles, ensuring convenient access for all visitors. The front of the pub features new outdoor tables and a grassed area, providing a pleasant space to sit and watch the world go by. The outside space is something of a wow factor with space for 180 locals to enjoy!

The Fairham is the go to destination for live sporting action, offering the full Sky Sports and TNT Sports packages. All major fixtures will be shown on strategically positioned TV screens throughout the pub, creating an electric matchday atmosphere that keeps customers coming back. Beyond sports, The pub has a pool league on a Monday and a darts league on Wednesday, the current operator has also introduced a junior team too. At the moment there is a weekly quiz night too on a Wednesday, there is still bags of untapped potential think music bingo, play your cards right and an increased focus on local charity events. The pub has started to establish itself with charity events and we would want the new operator to keep driving this. Locals can enjoy a diverse and high quality drinks selection, featuring leading brands, weekly promotions, and monthly deals that deliver great value. Weekend entertainment is high energy with a diverse entertainment programme from Karaoke, live bands and solo artists proving popular.

Private Accommodation

The private accommodation consists of three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom and a separate office. This can be accessed through the bar and an external entrance. The private accommodation was invested in and is in great condition throughout, creating a safe and welcoming place for an operator and family to call home.

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.

• STRIVE – The Proper Pubs way . Held online 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.