This Business Partnership opportunity is available from October! The Amberwood is a great opportunity to take a long established and successful business onto the next level. This Dorset pub to rent is in Walkford, a residential area near the vibrant town of Christchurch, within a mile of Highcliffe Castle and beach and close to the beautiful New Forest National Park.The business combines a strong dining trade, a busy locals bar and has the size to host numerous functions. Applicants will need to be skilled hospitality professionals with drive to build on the loyal guest base. The Amberwood is located in Walkford, a quality residential area on the outskirts of Christchurch and Highclifffe in the desirable county of Dorset. The pub is in a busy area on the edge of the New Forest and within a couple of miles of many popular beaches and holiday parks so driving a high number of tourists which boosts the all year round population. The location is easily accessible being within easy reach of the A35 and walking distance of Hinton Admiral train station. The Amberwood has always attracted an elderly food trade with a younger and more vibrant local drinking trade in the evenings. The business has had a long association with holding wakes which is enhanced by its proximity to a recently opened crematorium nearby This is a great opportunity. Could this be the pub for you? The Amberwood is easily accessed from the Ringwood Road either by car or on foot. The entry is via the attactive patio area through a lobby which opens into either the main bar area which has a mix of fixed seating and moveable tables with a capacity of circa 40 or the dining area. This area is sympathetically partitioned and has some circa 65 covers, this is mostly laid out flexibly to allow for larger parties with a couple of booths. In addition there is a smaller area which can be used for seating up to 30, either for regular dining or small parties, wakes etc. The feature twin aspect provides connection between the two areas, a log burner creates atmosphere in both bar and dining areas. The pub flooring is carpeted in the dining area with wooden floors in the bar and all fitted out to a high standard. Internally the trading spaces are served by quality toilets and disabled facilities on the ground floor, with a large cellar just behind the bar. The large kitchen is ideally located adjacent to the dining areas and is well equipped, with walk-in fridge facilities. Externally, the car park is well designed and can accommodate up to 30 vehicles. The patio area is easily accessed through the bar or dining area and there is a secondary smoking area. Key Pub Features Extensive private accommodation Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Net Turnover: £840k per annum Successful and long established history of high trading figures Regular function trade Large footprint with extensive bar, dining and patio areas Located in a vibrant residential area with a high tourist footfall Great facilities with highly accessible car park Large well equipped kitchen and cellar Within easy reach of popular beaches and holiday parks Edge of the New Forest Top Line Figures Rent: 8% of turnover with base of £57K per annum Initial Investment: £46,875 Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £840,000 per annum Full Investment Breakdown Deposit: £7,500 Training Fee: £1,200 plus VAT Working Capital: £10,000 Fixtures & Fittings: £61.5K (Inventory is an estimate net of VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings). Additional Information Estimated Wet/Dry Split: 55%/45% Business Rates: Rateable value £49,200 Available From: 27/10/2025 Closing Date: 30/06/2025 Trade The Amberwood attracts trade from several different markets benefitting from strong trade through both daily and weekly sessions. The senior market primarily frequent daytime and early evening dining, whilst the bar enjoys a buoyant early evening trade. Later in the evenings the guest base is generally younger when live entertainment takes place. Regular functions boost the daytime trade. “The Amberwood is an outstanding pub business and will require an experienced and flexible operator. For many years it has combined a busy bar trade with a loyal customer following for food functions, especially wakes, an ability to attract and manage this aspect of trade is key. We’re looking for pub rental applicants with great marketing skills, strong financial management and a passion for hospitality.” Ian Pearson Business Development Partner