Fox & Hounds Newmillerdam

The Fox & Hounds pub in Newmillerdam – a charming, traditional stone‑built venue with cozy interiors, a lovely outdoor beer garden, and a welcoming pub façade.

Often described as the oldest pub in the Newmillerdam and Sandal area, The Fox & Hounds blends traditional pub features with a recent, tasteful renovation  Inviting interiors: Inside, you’ll find a central bar flanked by dining area and a comfortable lounge.  Outdoor appeal: The large beer garden is a standout—situated in a dell-like space with picnic benches, outdoor heaters, and umbrellas, it’s particularly popular during warmer The pub is  family-friendly, dog-friendly and fully accessible—with baby-changing, accessible toilets, and parking available. The food spans traditional British pub fare, vegetarian options, and noteworthy specials like Sunday roasts and Thai or pie nights, frequently themed with weekly events Key Features • Directly opposite car park for Newmillerdam • Large beer garden • Lounge and dining area • Car park • Excellent reputation  • Excellent catering kitchen Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £13,295 • Full deposit: £12,500 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £962 • Guide rent (annual): £50,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £1,108,202 • Forecast turnover (annual): £1,108,201 Ideal Operator The Fox & Hounds is one of the best pubs in the area and would be perfect for a forward thinking, service driven operator with experience of both dry and wet operations. The ideal candidate should have excellent marketing experience and the drive and desire to deliver a consistently excellent service to customers, for both the local and destination custom. Private Accommodation A well decorated 3 bedroom flat above the tradig area is included, with kitchen, bathroom & living spaces Regional Manager's Thoughts This is a rare opportunity for an established operator within the extremely desirable area of Newmillerdam. With an extremely high level of furnishing throughout, a car park & excellent external drinking & dining space, the pub has everything to enable the publican to take the pub to the next level. The Fox & Hounds in Newmillerdam is a gem of a countryside pub with character, warmth, and a focus on quality—be it food, drink, or atmosphere. Surrounding Area Newmillerdam strikes a wonderful balance between nature, history, and convenience. Whether you're after tranquil lakeside walks, wildlife spotting, or a laid-back snack in a café, it’s a remarkably well-rounded locale. Newmillerdam is a picturesque village located just south of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, known for its natural beauty, historic charm, and easy access to outdoor recreation. It offers a tranquil, semi-rural escape just a few miles from urban areas.  Newmillerdam is centered around a large lake and surrounding woodland, forming the Newmillerdam Country Park—the village’s most distinctive and beloved feature. The area is steeped in history and closely tied to the old Pilkington family estate, which once dominated much of the land. Newmillerdam is a hidden gem of West Yorkshire—a leafy, peaceful village wrapped around a lake and woodlands. Whether you're there for a quiet pint, a lakeside walk, or to simply breathe fresh air, it offers countryside charm within reach of the city.