James Wyatt Alvaston

The James Wyatt is a welcoming and traditional community pub at the heart of the Alvaston suburb of Derby. Surrounded by residential housing, a local shopping parade, and a children’s park, it’s perfectly placed to be a true hub of the community.

The James Wyatt is a welcoming and traditional community pub at the heart of the Alvaston suburb of Derby. Surrounded by residential housing, a local shopping parade, and a children’s park, it’s perfectly placed to be a true hub of the community. With on-site parking for around 20 cars, a partially covered patio with seating for 40 and a layout designed for both everyday trade and events, this pub already has strong foundations to build on. Inside, guests are welcomed by a traditional bar, popular with local darts and pool teams, as well as weekend entertainment that draws in regulars. A key opportunity here lies in developing live sport - while the pub currently doesn’t offer sports viewing, an installation would significantly boost footfall and mid-week trade, particularly given the proximity to Derby County FC. To the rear, a separate function room with its own enclosed patio provides a flexible space for private hire, community gatherings, charity events, and celebrations—an additional income stream ready to be maximised. The James Wyatt has everything a thriving community pub needs: loyal locals, strong entertainment roots, untapped sporting potential and spaces that can work harder to drive growth. With the right operator, it has all the facilities to become the go-to pub for Alvaston. Key Features • Pool & darts teams with potential to grow into leagues • Separate function room with private patio for events and hire • Opportunity to develop sports viewing and mid-week trade • Outdoor seating for 40, partly covered for year-round use • On-site parking for around 20 cars. Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £5,295 • Full deposit: £4,500 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £346 • Guide rent (annual): £18,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £382,282 • Forecast turnover (annual): £382,282 Ideal Operator The ideal operator will be a confident communicator and natural host, able to bring together the local community through charity nights, live entertainment, and sporting events. They should have the vision to grow the existing pool and darts offering while investing in sports viewing to unlock new revenue. Creativity and energy in promoting the function room as a versatile event space will be key to maximising the site’s potential. Private Accommodation The accommodation above the pub provides a comfortable living space, with 3 bedrooms (including one smaller room), a sitting room, kitchen, and bathroom - perfect for a publican looking to immerse themselves in the community. Regional Manager's Thoughts The James Wyatt is a classic community pub with huge potential for growth. It already has the advantage of being in the heart of a residential area, with existing teams and entertainment in place. By introducing live sport, strengthening its position as a social hub, and maximising the use of the function room, the right operator can transform this pub into the beating heart of Alvaston life. Surrounding Area Alvaston is a lively suburb just 15 minutes from Derby city centre and Pride Park, home of Derby County FC. The pub sits at the heart of a residential estate with excellent local footfall, while nearby public transport and road links (A50, M1) make it easily accessible. Alvaston Park and countryside walks are only a short drive away, adding appeal for families and weekend visitors. This is a community with everything on its doorstep, where a well-run local pub can truly thrive.