Albion Vaults
LocationA friendly welcome is always guaranteed here, with pool and darts available if you fancy a game. Letting rooms available for an overnight stay, and a great range of smooth beers available.Address1 Peny BrynWrexham (Wrecsam) Wales LL13 7HU Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThe Albion is situated just off the town centre of Wrexham. The pub has 5 letting rooms, and downstairs there is regular entertainment with a lounge and bar/games area. The pub has always had pub teams for darts and dominoes.Private AccommodationBedroom, lounge, bathroom.Ingoing CostsStock £1,000 (subject to valuation), fixtures and fittings £10,000 (subject to valuation), bond £5,000, training £450 +vat, working capital £2,000.More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or apply online. | Images  |
Bee Hotel
LocationValue for money pub food on offer and a warm welcome is always guaranteed. A great beer garden that attracts locals and tourists alike. Located in the busy town centre of Abergele, you can also enjoy a game of pool and darts. Letting rooms available for an overnight stay.AddressMarket StreetAbergele Conwy Wales LL22 7AA Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThe Bee Hotel is situated on the busy main road that runs through the town of Abergele. The pub has 7 full on suite letting rooms as well as a medium size function room, catering kitchen, a large garden and shared car park. The pub offers different things to different to different people whether a relaxing meal, overnight accommodation or entertainment at a weekend.Private Accommodation2 bed rooms , living room , kitchen , bathroomIngoing CostsF&F: £36,000 approx (subject to valuation), bond: £5,000, stock: £1,500, training fee: £450More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or apply online. | Images    |
Boarshaw Hotel
LocationLarge community local pub with spacious lounge and tap room with beer garden to the rear. Additionally there is a large first floor function room.AddressStanycliffe LaneMiddleton Manchester M24 2PB Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesFully equipped catering kitchen, vault and lounge.Private AccommodationTwo double bedrooms & one single.Ingoing Costs£5,000 Bond, Stock & Glasses approximately £2,000. Fixtures and fittings to be confirmed.More DetailsEmail David Moran for more details. | Images |
Britannia Inn
LocationThe Britannia has panoramic views of River Dee, the Wirral and Liverpool. This popular pub is visited by locals and tourists and also has a caravan park for up to five caravans.AddressPentre RoadHalkyn, Nr Holywell Flintshire CH8 8BS Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesDining room overlooking the Wirral, bar, pool room, catering kitchen, large car park, patio area, and caravan park.Private Accommodation3 bedrooms, (2 ensuite) kitchen, lounge, bathroom.Ingoing CostsF&F: £15000 (awaiting valuation), Bond: £5000, Stock: £2000, Training Fee: £450+vat, working capital to be discussed.More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or Apply Online. | Images    |
Cross Keys Inn
Location18th century country pub, a mile from the centre of Uppermill. The stone exterior and atmospheric interior are equally attractive particularly the vault which looks like a set from Wuthering Heights. Homemade food is served complimented by a range of traditional beers.AddressRunning Hill GateUppermill Oldham Lancashire OL3 6LW Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesLounge, vault, kitchen, outside patio and beer garden.Private Accommodation3 bedrooms, bathroomIngoing CostsFixtures and fittings £15k, bond £5k, stock and glassware.More DetailsEmail Jack Partington (T: 07711 227607) or apply online. | Images |
Crown Hotel
LocationSituated on the busy A525 between Wrexham and Ruthin, this picturesque watering hole caters for locals and welcomes passing trade on their way to the North Wales coast. The menus offers value for money, with a fine range of drinks on offer.AddressRuthin RoadLlandegla Wrexham Wales LL11 3AD Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesLounge, bar area, catering kitchen, large car park opposite the pub, plus a large plot of land with potential for camping or caravans.Private Accommodation3 Bedrooms, Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom.Ingoing CostsFixtures and fittings £7,000, Bond £5,000, Stock £1.5kMore DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or Apply Online. | Images |
Crown Inn
LocationThis iconic pub is one of JW Lees top cask ale outlets, famous for the Manchester United fan club and providing the atmosphere and service you would expect from a popular community pub.Address52 Rochdale RoadMiddleton Manchester M24 2PU Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesA substantial main road fronting building within a densely populated urban area. Two distinct trading areas supported by a well maintained and fenced in beer garden with an external smoking provision. Large Car parking area to the rear of the building.Private AccommodationThe private accommodation consists of three double bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom and separate WC.Ingoing Costs£5,000 Bond Stock & Glasses £2,500 (estimated).More DetailsContact us for more information, or apply online. | Images    |
Free Trade Tavern
LocationOn the edge of Milnrow village, this pub has a park to the rear. The main room is cosy with a small tap room off it and patio doors to a large beer garden to the side. Very much a traditional atmosphere.Address115 Newhey RoadMilnrow Rochdale Lancashire OL16 4JF Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesAtmospheric community local. Open lounge with a central bar and small tap room off. Patio doors to large and popular Beer Garden.Private Accommodation3 BedroomsIngoing Costs£5k Bond stock & glass Fixtures & Fittings £8kMore DetailsEmail Jack Partington (07711 227607) or apply online. | Images |
Gardeners Arms
LocationAn imposing building that delivers all that you would expect from a community local, live entertainment, quiz night and pool and darts.AddressLightbowne RoadMoston Manchester M40 5RZ Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesGalley style kitchen, bar server, ground floor cellar and storage area.Private AccommodationThree double bedrooms and one single, separate living room, kitchen, office, bathroom & WC.Ingoing CostsIngoing Costs £5,000 bond, stock and glasses approximately £1,500, fixtures and fittings to be confirmed. Supported entry for the right candidate.More DetailsEmail Dave Moran (T: 07711 227 624) or apply online. | Images    |
Gardeners Arms
LocationFriendly community local, situated in Edgeley. There's regular live entertainment, with a large lounge area that's for ideal for parties. There's also a dartboard and pool table, if you enjoy your pub sports. Watch sports on the large screen TV as well, and you can enjoy a quiet drink outside.Address72 Northgate RoadEdgeley Stockport SK3 9PH Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThis is a community local, with games as well as entertainment.Private Accommodation3 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom.Ingoing CostsBond £5,000, stock and glasses £1,500, fixtures and fittings £12,000, training fee £450 plus vat.More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or apply online. | Images  |
George and Dragon
LocationLocated in picturesque Great Budworth Village, this community pub caters for the locals and passersby too. With a traditional pub fare menu and fine cask ales, you can also enjoy a game of darts or pool.AddressHigh StreetGreat Budworth Northwich Cheshire CW9 6HF Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThe pub boasts a lounge at the front of the pub and a bar area to the rear. It has a fully equipped catering kitchen and upstairs a restaurant/small function room, It also has a 25 space car park to the rear where a garage is situated.Private AccommodationThe private accommodation is made up of 2 bedrooms, a large lounge/kitchenette, bathroom and office.Ingoing Costsfixtures and fittings £20,000 (awaiting full valuation) Stock £1,500 (Subject to valuation on the day) Bond £6,000 Training £450+vat.More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or Apply Online. | Images    |
Grey Horse Inn
LocationVery popular local destination pub in Failsworth, serving tasty pub grub on request. Play darts, pool or poker, or just relax and watch the sport on TV.Address723 Oldham RoadFailsworth Manchester Greater Manchester M35 9AV Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesOccupying a roadside position, on the main arterial route between Manchester and Oldham the Grey Horse is poised to benefit from a major redevelopment project that is planned for the area. Historically it has been the focal point of Failsworth attracting a loyal local following. There is enormous opportunity to develop a catering operation and provide good quality food from the adequate sized commercial kitchen to help drive lunchtime and early evening trade. Live and recorded entertainment has always been popular at this site and a well thought through marketing plan would build on the existing trade levels. It currently operates as a large one bar operation with bar games to one side, with a provision for hosting live entertainment. Critical to the business sustainability, the applicants should have sufficient knowledge to implement a focused marketing plan, drive midweek activity in the pub and have the necessary food skills to introduce an appealing food menu.Private AccommodationThe domestic accommodation comprises of 4 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom and office.Ingoing CostsIngoing Costs £5,000 Bond Stock & Glasses £1,500 (estimated).More DetailsEmail Dave Moran for more details. | Images     |
Holland Arms Hotel
LocationSituated just of the A55 in Anglesey, this pub offers value for money traditional pub fare. Overnight accommodation is available, as well as live entertainment. Have a game of pool or darts whilst you're there too.AddressPentre BrewGaerwen Anglesey LL60 6HY Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading Facilities5 letting rooms, dining room, bar, outside area, large car park, catering kitchen.Private Accommodation3 bedroom s, kitchen , livingroom , toilet/bathroom.Ingoing CostsFixtures and fittings £18,000 (subject to valuation), stock £3,000 (subject to valuation), bond £5,000, training fee £450 +vat, plus working capital.More DetailsEmail dave.lewtas@JWLees.co.uk or call 07711 227 609. | Images  |
Holland Hotel
LocationYou can be assured of a friendly welcome and an enjoyable stay at The Holland Hotel. Situated on the picturesque island of Ynys Mon (Anglesey) just off the North Wales coast.AddressLlanfachraethHolyhead Anglesey Wales LL65 4UH Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesLarge car park, beer garden, catering kitchen, 4 en-suite letting rooms, lounge, bar.Private Accommodation1 bedroom, bathroom, kitchen.Ingoing CostsFixtures and fittings £15,000 (awaiting updated vauation), stock £2000, bond £5000, training fee £450+vat.More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or Apply Online. | Images |
Junction
LocationFriendly community local pub situated opposite the JW Lees Brewery. Large function room available for parties, as well as a snooker table too. Watch sports on the TVs too.AddressGreen LaneMiddleton Junction Middleton Greater Manchester M24 1QU Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesAn imposing detached building, standing in its own grounds with a good size car park to the front elevation and ample gardens. This pub would suit a couple or single operator who would have the drive and ambition to be the very best in the area, providing a great venue for quality cask ales and function capabilities. A two bar operation downstairs, with one side sporting a games room with established snooker teams. The other side offers a relaxing lounge area. This outlet also benefits from a large upstairs function room. The next tenant should seek to maximise this competitive advantage if they are to make the most of the largest function room in the area. A targeted marketing plan customer service bias is considered essential.Private AccommodationThe private accommodation consists of four bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom and separate WC.Ingoing CostsIngoing Costs £5,000 Bond Stock & Glasses £1,500 (estimated).More DetailsEmail Phil Hughes (T: 07711 227624) or Apply Online. | Images |
Junction Inn
LocationAt the junction of roads between Rochdale, Oldham, Delph, Ripponden and Huddersfield. The pub is well known for food locally and further afield, with a large car park to the rear. The open range heats the main room in winter and at the back of the bar is a separate pool room. The stone exterior is enhanced by a curious “Clochemerle” type amenity to the side of the pub.Address2 Rochdale RoadDenshaw Oldham Lancashire OL3 5SE Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesLarge lounge with traditional feel and a range fire where most of the dining takes place. Tap room with pool table. Large kitchen. Car park to rear. Sunny drinking area to front of pub.Private Accommodation4 bedrooms plus bathroom.Ingoing Costs£5K bond plus stock and glassware.Loan available for F+F for the right applicant.More DetailsEmail Jack Partington (T: 07711 227607) or apply online. | Images |
Lloyds
LocationLloyds is the entertainment venue in Chorlton. It regularly hosts quality bands and acts. Serving food daily and a wide range of cask ales and lagers.Address617 Wilbraham RoadChorlton-cum-Hardy Manchester Greater Manchester M21 9AN Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesA fully equipped catering kitchen and spacious lounge overlooking a large bowling green. The site also sports a dedicated outside drinking area.Private AccommodationTwo double bedrooms, living room, kitchen / dinner, sun lounge, office bathroom, WC.Ingoing Costs£5,000 bond stock and glasses approximately £1,500, fixtures & fittings to be confirmed.More DetailsEmail Dave Moran (T: 07711 227 624) or apply online. | Images   |
Lord Clive
LocationFriendly community local, situated in Whitefield. There's regular live entertainment, with a large function room that's for ideal for parties. There's also a dartboard and pool table, if you enjoy your pub sports. Watch sports on the large TV as well.Address92 Mersey DriveWhitefield Manchester M45 8LF Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThis community local is currently very much wet led. It has the scope and potential to introduce a simple pub food offering. It draws its customers from the nearby residential area of Whitefield and is only 4 miles north of Manchester city centre. This represents a substantial community pub which has several trading areas. These areas offer the retailer potential to develop games and sports led activities as well as further develop the function room to enable it to become a more significant part of the overall business strategy. Suitable applicants will be able to engage with the local community, drive sales through a range of activities and have an interest in developing the food offer. Applicants also need to be hands on and able to provide strong and visible presence within the business.Private AccommodationThe domestic accommodation comprises of 2 double bedrooms, one single, living office, living room, kitchen and bathroom.Ingoing CostsIngoing Costs £5,000 bond stock & glasses £1,500 (estimated).More DetailsEmail Phil Hughes (T: 07711 227604) or apply online. | Images  |
Park
LocationA well run quality venue, the Park is a large community local. Strong and well-supported games teams, and regular entertainment throughout the week.AddressMoorcroft RoadWythenshawe Manchester M23 0AE Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesSmall commercially fitted kitchen, vault and lounge.Private AccommodationThree double bedrooms, living room, kitchen, office, bathroom, WC.Ingoing CostsIngoing Costs £5,000 bond stock and glasses approximately £2,000, fixtures and fittings to be confirmed.More DetailsEmail Dave Moran (T: 07711 227 624) or apply online. | Images     |
Railway and Linnet
LocationThe pub has one of the largest and best equipped beer gardens on the estate, with children's play area but big enough for those without children too. Quality food and a warm welcome come as standard. Popular at the weekends for the quality of the live entertainment and it also has the capabilities to host functions with a dedicated function room.Address369 Grimshaw LaneMiddleton Junction Middleton Greater Manchester M24 1GQ Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesFully equipped catering kitchen, large bar servery, pool area and darts throw. Separate function room.Private AccommodationThree twin bedrooms and 1 single bedroom, WC, 2 shared bathrooms.Ingoing Costs£5,000 bond, stock and glasses approximately £2,000, fixtures and fittings to be confirmed.More DetailsEmail Dave Moran (T: 07711 227624) or Apply Online. | Images  |
Railway Inn
LocationThis unique pub is built into a rock face and is well worth a visit to see it's amazing construction inside and out. Drop in for a game of pool or darts, this is a friendly community pub.AddressLlangefniAnglesey Wales LL77 7NA Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThe pub has a main trading area as well as a pools room.Private Accommodation3 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, lounge/ dining room.Ingoing CostsFixtures & fittings £8,000 (this is an estimation, awaiting a full valuation), stock & glass £1,500 (subject to valuation on the day), bond £5,000, training £450 plus V.A.T, working capital £5,000.More Details | Images   |
Red Lion Hotel
LocationThe Red Lion is situated in the village of Cyffiog, 4 miles south of the town of Ruthin on the edge of the Clocaenog Forest.AddressCyffylliogRuthin Denbighshire Wales LL15 2DN Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThe pub business is made up of food and drink, and benefits from 2 letting rooms, will need to have a personal licence. Trading facilities include lounge, bar, car park, catering kitchen and a small meeting room.Private Accommodation2 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, lounge.Ingoing CostsStock £700, fixtures and fittings £10,000, bond £5,000, training £450 +vat, working capital, £1,000.More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or apply online. | Images  |
Suburban Hotel
LocationWith it's new outdoor area, this friendly and popular pub is ideal for a quiet drink or a good time at the weekends. With regular karaoke, bingo and live entertainment, there's also a dartboard and pool table, if you enjoy your pub sports. Watch sports on the large TV as well.AddressGarrat WayGorton Manchester Greater Manchester M18 8LD Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesLounge, games room with pool, table football and darts..Private AccommodationUnknownIngoing CostsAdvised at interview.More DetailsEmail Phil Hughes (T: 07711 227604) or apply online. | Images  |
The Music Hall
LocationA former Labour club, this is a detached single-storey one room hall, on a busy and popular retail-dominant street, 350 m from Oldham Road: there is shared spacious car-parking.Address69, Old Church StreetNewton Heath Manchester M40 2JN Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesA wet-led community club, in easy reach of concentrated residential areas. It has a friendly atmosphere and a good history of live entertainment, and has recently become home to several darts and pool teams which feature in local leagues. Currently trading 5 evenings per week, there is enormous potential to expand daytime and evening trade, capitalising on the club's recent success in holding live singing and band nights. There is also regular function and private party trade and potential.the club's capacity is for 170, accommodated in 1 main hall with 2 bars, but there is scope for partitioning to form 1 smaller lounge on entering from the foyer served by a bar, plus a larger room served by a 2nd bar. The club would suit applicants who have an interest in putting on live acts while also providing day-time trade during the week. Applicants will need to implement a business plan to win back this neglected day-time trade and to expand the evening operation. Private AccommodationNo accomodation on site.Ingoing Costs£5,000 bond; stock and other inventory items t.b.c. Rent t.b.a.More DetailsEmail John Clegg (T: 07711 227615) or apply online. | Images    |
White Hart
LocationExtremely popular community pub with a pool table and dartboard if you fancy a game. Occasional weekend entertainment and a relaxing beer garden to enjoy a pint outside. There's also TVs to watch live sports.Address91 Market StreetMottram Hyde SK14 6JQ Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThe pub draws its custom from the surrounding residential areas and has a loyal regular customer base. Currently a wet led business, there is scope to promote food sales more heavily. There is a second floor function room that is currently under utilized. This area of the business must become a priority for the next operator. With the appropriate strategy and marketing support this aspect of the business could deliver an extra income stream, adding to the bottom line profitability. A support package may be offered to promote this area dependant on the direction on which your proposal is based.Private Accommodation3 bedrooms, lounge and kitchenIngoing CostsBond £5k - Fixtures and fittings approx £12kMore DetailsEmail Phil Hughes (T: 07711 227604) or apply online. | Images    |
White Lion Hotel
LocationSituated just off the busy A5 in Corwen, Wales.AddressCerrig-y-DrudionCorwen Denbighshire Wales LL21 9SW Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesThe White Lion has en-suite rooms as standard and also has bunk rooms for larger groups enabling the hotel to accommodate up to 40 people making this a great loacation for fishing and walking trips. Boasting 12 bedrooms, including 7 on-suite, with catering for overnight stays. Personal license required. Bar, lounge, breakfast room, small function room and car park.Private Accommodation4 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, office & bathroom.Ingoing CostsF&F: £16k (awaiting valuation).Bond: £5k plus stock and training fees. More DetailsEmail Dave Lewtas (T: 07711 227609) or apply online. | Images  |
Woodman Inn
LocationThis pub is located in Hollinwood. Have a game of pool or darts, or relax with a drink in the beer garden.Address684 Manchester RoadHollinwood Oldham Lancashire OL9 7JT Apply online at jwlees.co.uk/recruitment Trading FacilitiesOccupying a roadside position, on the main arterial route between Manchester and Oldham the Woodman is poised to benefit from a major redevelopment project that is planned for the area. Historically it has been the focal point of Hollinwood attracting a loyal local following. There is enormous opportunity to develop a typical community outlet that is renowned for quality ales and encouraging team games. Live and recorded entertainment has always been popular at this site and a well thought through marketing plan would build on the existing trade levels. It currently operates as a large one bar operation with separate games room to one side. Critical to the business sustainability, the applicants should have sufficient knowledge to implement a focused marketing plan, drive midweek activity in the pub and have the necessary skills retain and attract existing and new teams.Private AccommodationThe domestic accommodation comprises of 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom.Ingoing CostsIngoing Costs £5,000 Bond Stock & Glasses £1,500 (estimated).More DetailsEmail Dave Moran (T: 07711 227624) or Apply Online. | Images |
Our commitment to you
FinanceWe keep the cost of taking a pub as low as we can. After all, we want personalities behind our bars not just people who have a few quid in the bank. A typical JW Lees tenant will need the following to take a pub
*Depending on the individual pub. If you are struggling to get the finances together then get in touch, and we can usually help you. RentsWe try to keep our rents at reasonable prices to allow you the opportunity to make a return Also, we don’t skimp on keeping our pubs in good order, so we base the level of rent on a fair level of maintainable trade for a competent licensee. When calculating the rent we look at all the income streams, and work out a rent based on a percentage of turnover, having regard for the profitability of the house.Full DisclosureA good relationship between the brewery and our tenants is based on honesty and openness. We will provide all prospective tenants with as much information as we can with regard to historic trading information, normally this will be the pub’s five-year trading history.InsuranceJW Lees insure the property but the tenant is responsible for insuring the following:
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Repairs and ImprovementsJW Lees have one of the most pro-active maintenance programmes in the industry, you’ve just got to look at our pubs compared to many of our competitors to see that this is true.If there is an opportunity to carry out a development and improve the business we sit down and talk. If we agree the scheme, we confirm the funding and get on with it. No messing about. TrainingAt JW Lees we have experience of dealing with experienced licensees and also with people who are new to the trade and need more help and support. We have a full range of training programmes and the brewery is a BII accredited training centre. Some of the courses that are regularly available include:
In addition we offer bespoke courses in: Merchandising, Employment Law, Accountancy and Health & Safety. SupportBeing a JW Lees licensee affords you a great opportunity to cash in on your entrepreneurial flair through your ideas, initiative and personality, but sometimes you need someone to bounce those great ideas off. Your JW Lees Area Manager is there to work with you through a formal monthly business review meeting and drop-in visits, as well as ways of building business for you and your pub.JW Lees probably have the best Area Manager to Pub ratios in the industry, which means they are there for you and have the time to help. In addition to your Area Manager we offer other support services including:
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