Hare & Hounds, Warsop

The Hare & Hounds is a true community pub. Situated in the bustling town of Warsop just five miles from Mansfield on the outskirts of Sherwood Forest and 18 miles North of Nottingham. The pub has established itself as a hub for the local community, and is surrounded by chimney pots and local shops. It has a supportive and loyal customer base which continues to grow.

Pub Layout

Upon entering, guests are welcomed into a spacious open-plan area featuring the main bar. The interior boasts a traditional aesthetic, the atmosphere is vibrant yet inviting, perfect for socialising or enjoying a night out. Both areas are furnished with a combination of loose and fixed seating, catering to various group sizes and preferences. The flooring is a mix of hard and soft materials, providing both comfort and practicality. There is a darts board and a pool table which are used by the locals and the new operator would want to look at launching both a pool team and darts teams. The pub boasts a self-contained function room presenting endless opportunities for events and gatherings. Its versatility allows for a wide range of functions, including private parties, meetings, and special events. By leveraging this space effectively, the pub can attract a diverse clientele and maximize revenue potential. Beyond the pub lies a spectacular enclosed beer garden which has both grassed area and paved area for approximately 150 guests.  This external space is perfect for those summer months and for hosting community events. To the front of the pub is a spacious car park and additional seating.

The Hare & Hounds is well supported by regulars from the local community, with a strong emphasis on offering a great pub for the local community to enjoy. It has a varied product range featuring a great selection of category leading products, complemented by numerous regular weekly promotions, customers can expect exceptional value for their money. The pub currently offers entertainment at the weekends with DJ’s featuring in the line up although there is scope to look at varying this offer to include live artists. There needs to be a diverse and consistent rhythm of the week which may include, quiz nights, bingo and music in different forms. The pub needs to explore the opportunity of introducing sports teams for the locals to participate and enjoy. The function room has endless opportunity to grow and develop, adding an additional income stream.

Private Accommodation

The Hare & Hounds offers more than just a lively pub; it also provides comfortable and convenient private accommodation on the first floor. With four bedrooms, a kitchen, lounge, office and bathroom, this space is ideal for a couple or a family wanting to call this place 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.

• 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.

John Previll the Business Development Manager, is seeking a community-focused operator who can maintain a consistent rhythm throughout the week, ideally with experience in a similar style and a proven track record. This person/persons would need the skill set to orchestrate activities, events and initiatives that engage the community and keep them connected on a regular basis. To thrive in this position, you should have previous experience in running a similar style venue, demonstrating your ability to successfully manage operations.

If you are ready for a fresh challenge then this could be you’re perfect match!