Business Opportunities

The Ship Inn is a well-established destination pub and a valued hub for the local community, attracting regular daily trade for both food and drink. Positioned on the edge of the canal, the property benefits from a particularly attractive and spacious beer garden, offering a unique and appealing setting. The pub successfully operates as both a community local and a recognised dining destination. There is significant scope to further develop the existing food offering, alongside a well-supported programme of live entertainment, quizzes, and regular weekly events. During the summer months, the business experiences a notable uplift, driven by the canal-side beer garden and fully operational outdoor bar, drawing visitors and tourists from further afield.

This represents an excellent opportunity for an operator to build upon an already strong trading foundation while introducing their own vision and style to a thriving business.
The Ship Inn is presented to a good standard and enjoys consistent support from the surrounding residential area, as well as a strong reputation as a destination venue for dining.
The internal trading areas include a large main bar, a snug drinking area, and a spacious dining section, which can also accommodate private functions. Externally, the extensive beer garden features a fully equipped outdoor bar and a pergola, making it particularly well-suited for summer events and entertainment.

Trading Facilities

The Ship Inn is of a good standard and is well supported from locals in the surrounding area as well as destination location for dining. The trading area consists of a large bar, snug drinking area, large dining area with area large enough to facilitate functions. There is an outside fully functional bar within the extensive beer garden, pergola ideal for summer outside entertainment. Large car park to the front of the pub can accommodate 40 cars

Private Living Accommodation

Comfortable and well-presented private accommodation is located on-site, comprising a kitchen, bathroom, living room, office, and three bedrooms — ideal for an operator or family looking to live and work on the premises.