Pub Overview Located in the heart of Bishop Auckland's town centre circuit, The Cumberland Arms, is fantastic community pub which will soon benefit from a full refurbishment. What would you do to be part of it's success? The area Located in the heart of Bishop Auckland’s town centre circuit, The Cumberland Arms enjoys a prime position with strong community ties. Surrounded by over 12,000 residents within a 20-minute walk and a demographic leaning toward medium affluence and mature clientele, the site offers excellent growth potential despite competition from 17 local pubs. The offer The Cumberland Arms is available on our investment tenancy agreement. Click here for more information on this agreement. Upgrades will include a new bar front, modern interiors, and enhanced exterior visibility to attract high street footfall. Designed to appeal to circuit drinkers, couples, and daytime patrons, the venue will feature a strong drinks range, live sports, pub games, and entertainment-positioning it as a standout destination in the area. The revamp will appeal to both local residents looking for a spot in the heart of the community and day-trippers attracted by an inviting ambience. We’re always open to new ideas, what would you do to drive trade? If you’ve benefited from running or owning a pub business, we’d love to hear what experience you can bring. The right operator for the Cumberland Arms will have extensive experience in community led hospitality businesses. They will have a clear vision for their drinks menu, marketing strategy and sports offer and can create a memorable experience for their customers. If this sounds like the incredible pub opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply today and tell us what you can bring to this pubs next chapter Features Investment Tenancy Refurbishment Planned Outdoor Trade Live Sports Pub Games Private Accommodation Trading Area & Facilities The Cumberland Arms will be undergoing a refurbishment which will cover the interior and exterior of the pub. A full list of works and pub floor plan can be found in the ‘refurbishment details’ in the downloads. Applicants should be aware that all refurbishments are subject to final board approval which will be determined as part of the leasing process. Where a significant investment is made in a pub by Star Pubs & Bars, an "Investment Exemption" will be required. The exemption means that the option of a Market Rent Option lease won't be available at rent review for a period of up to seven years for this site, as per The Pub Code (2016). Private Accommodation Private accommodation consists of three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen/diner and bathroom. In line with our Ready to Trade Promise, we will ensure the private accommodation is up to standard so that you can focus on your business. Pub Financials Pub Financials Icon Estimated Total Ingoing Costs £34,461 Estimated Minimum Ingoing Costs £34,461 Annual Rent £19,844 Estimated Annual Turnover £267,345 Deposit £4,961 Estimated Fixtures & Fittings Value £20,000 Estimated Stock Valuation £6,000 Estimated Working Capital £3,500 The above figures are provided as a guide only and will be finalised as part of the commercial agreement. All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT. Estimated Working Capital is an estimate of key start-up costs such as professional fees, training fee, premises license fee, F&F valuation fee & till floats. There will be additional ongoing charges payable during the term of the agreement such as property maintenance, repairs fund, SmartDispense. These costs will be outlined prior to completing a business plan and finalised at Heads of Terms. The calculation of the Estimated Minimum Ingoing Costs assumes a minimum deposit of 1 month's rent and that fixtures and fittings (F&F) are rented. The subsequent deposit build up and F&F rental costs should be included in your financial assumptions in your business plan. Note that on FRI and Investment Tenancy Agreements deposits will always be 3 month's rent in advance and fixtures and fittings (F&F) must always be purchased. A deposit of 6 month's rent will be required for operators trading under a Limited Company with no Guarantors. In order to ensure a successful start-up, all applicants must have a minimum £10,000 un-borrowed funds. Downloads Demographics Report Download arrow Energy Performance Certificate Download arrow Refurbishment Details Download arrow