Thatched gastropub in Cambridgeshire village looking for new tenants

The venue is described as a “traditional country pub” with an “olde world feel”

A stunning gastropub in a Cambridgeshire village is looking for new tenants. The John Barleycorn in Duxford, is one of two pubs in the area and is a popular spot among the locals.

The venue is listed by pub company Greene King, who describe it as a “traditional country pub which is full of character and charm”. They added: “It is a thatched pub with an olde world feel and is perfect for lunch and evening dining.”

Duxford is situated around 10 miles south of Cambridge and is widely known for its Imperial War Museum which hosts historic air shows. It is made up of many pretty houses as well as local amenities including a shop, a community centre with a park and a café.

Suitable applicants are described as experienced operators who can drive food and drink sales at the pub. Applicants should also “build relationships with the locals and become a community champion”, according to the British pub and brewing company. Additionally, Greene King believes it would also be useful for the new partner to have experience in dealing with a small number of letting rooms.

The weekly rent for the tenant agreement is listed at £769 adding up to £40,000 annually. The estimated annual turnover is expected to reach £528,992, according to Greene King.

The listing said: “The pub offers a mixed offering, split in favour of drinks sales at approximately 50 percent, with food and accommodation making up the rest of the sales mix. The pub lends itself to a quality food offering at both lunchtime and in the evenings, however for the locals entertainment and pub games are still something that is in demand.”

The property is available to view on the Greene King website. To see the full listing, click here.