Greyhound Inn, Worsborough Dale

Admiral Taverns is seeking a passionate and community-minded licensee to re-establish the Greyhound as the true heart of Worsborough, a warm, welcoming local where great value, friendly service, and a lively atmosphere combine to create a pub for everyone. With a strong focus on building a safe and inclusive social hub, the ideal licensee will appeal to all generations from daytime regulars and families to evening social groups. There is a fantastic opportunity here to drive sales and encourage repeat visits by introducing a clear rhythm of the week: think quiz nights, live entertainment, charity fundraisers, and community-led events that bring people together. This will be supported by value-led drinks offers, consistent retail standards, and a community-first approach. By partnering with local sports teams, community groups, and fundraisers, the next licensee can help strengthen ties with the area and build lasting customer loyalty. While local knowledge and experience are preferred, they are not essential, This could be a perfect first tenancy for someone with the passion, drive, and people skills to bring this much-loved pub back to life.

The Greyhound is a small, characterful pub at the heart of its community, offering a warm and intimate setting. A single, compact central bar that serves to two cosy lounge rooms and the outdoor seating area creating a relaxed, sociable atmosphere, ideal for regulars and newcomers alike. To the rear, a generous beer garden provides additional space, especially popular in good weather and perfect for families and casual gatherings. Located on the high street, the Greyhound enjoys a prime position amidst a mix of residential homes, small local businesses, and community amenities, making it a natural meeting point for locals and visitors.

The Greyhound is a well-loved, traditional wet-led pub at the heart of the local community, known for its welcoming atmosphere and loyal customer base. Currently operating as a community-focused wet led venue, it offers a solid foundation for growth and development. Entertainment, though currently offered on an ad-hoc basis, is always well received developing a more regular entertainment schedule could further boost trade, especially on quieter evenings.

Private Accommodation

The private accommodation is located on the first floor and consists of two bedrooms, kitchen, large living room and bathroom with bath/shower and toilet.

Annual Rent: £16,500

Security Deposit: £5,000 or the equivalent of three months’ rent, whichever is greater

Working Capital: £2,000

Stock: £3,000

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.

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

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 – A security deposit is required when applying for a pub with Admiral.  This will be the greater of £5,000 or three months’ headline rent. The deposit is held on your account and returned when you leave, subject to your final account balance and the condition of the property.  We will also carry out a credit check as part of your application, which may affect the deposit amount required.

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 – £350.00 – Before signing a long term agreement, you will be required to attend our 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.

Service Charge Cost – £63.33 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 for by the licensee and the licensee only occupying one property for commercial purposes.  Please note, this only applies to pubs marked with an Asterix *