This Business Partnership opportunity is available from October 25! An eclectic country pub full of history and character The Fox Inn is a beautiful Sussex country pub found in the serene hamlet of Bucks Green, near Rudgwick. It serves an eclectic menu of traditional pub classics and a delicious range of international dishes to compliment exceptionally well-kept beers. Built in the 16th century (with later additions in the 1800s), the Fox Inn originally consisted of several properties separated by a bridleway. The same red-brick path remains today and runs through the centre of the pub from the front to the back door. Each year on Christmas Day, to the amazement of its guests, a horse is either ridden or led directly through the pub along the bridleway — the same way it would have done in years gone by. The Fox is a warm and atmospheric 16th century public house situated amid the glorious countryside of the Surrey\Sussex border. An established destination the picturesque pub oozes charm with its relaxed country retreat atmosphere, comfortable dining area; and beautiful gardens used continuously throughout the summer. The Fox serves a varied menu blending great food and award winning ales, winning a good regular following while also appealing to guests from farther afield. The Fox Inn is snuggled beautifully in a prime location just a short drive from Horsham and within easy reach of Guildford on the A281. The A24 and A29 coast roads are 5 minutes away and the Fox Inn is just 20 minutes from Gatwick Airport. This is a great opportunity. Could this be the pub for you? Extensive Private Accommodation The Fox Inn offers extensive private accommodation rarely found in public houses, comprising 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area and living area. Key Pub Features Great turnover potential FMT of £900,000 Turnover rent 8.5% base of £57,400 Beautiful front and rear gardens Strong year round trade, boosted by peak summer trade Top Line Figures Rent: 8.5% of Turnover with a base of £57,400 Initial Investment: £30,000 Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £900k per annum Full Investment Breakdown Deposit: £7,500 Training Fee: £1,200 incl. VAT Working Capital: £20,000 Fixtures & Fittings: Existing £35,000 (Inventory is an estimate net of VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings). Additional Information Estimated Wet/Dry Split: 45%/55% Business Rates: Rateable Value £31,000 Available From: Oct 25 Trade There is an eclectic demographic of guests for this site and the business benefits from all day trade, with morning coffees, lunches, post-work drinks, guests checking into their accommodation, evening diners and a later drinks trade. The Fox is busiest over the weekend. It currently trades 5 full days a week with drinks only on Monday and Tuesday evening. There is a real opportunity to turn this into a 7 days a week business to grow on an already succsessful reputation. The guest base is viared with seniors, families, destination diners, alongside a strong community led weekday wet trade. “The pub requires applicants who have a strong background in catering, and who will be able to build on the established reputation of the business. It will require some continuity and a good sense of community to maintain the feel of the pub and its position in the local area. The Fox Inn would be ideally suited to a couple, one of whom is capable of running a busy kitchen” Pete Hurdle Business Development Partner