Crown Sutton

The Crown is a well-known local gem right in the heart of Sutton, a popular town with a thriving social scene. This is a traditional pub with a welcoming feel, offering plenty of opportunity to put your own stamp on things.

The Crown is a well-known local gem right in the heart of Sutton, a popular town with a thriving social scene. This is a traditional pub with a welcoming feel, offering plenty of opportunity to put your own stamp on things. It’s open plan space that works well for sports, light entertainment and community events, with a large, decked back garden area – the kind of pub where locals know each other by name and visitors are made to feel like regulars. With the right operator at the helm, The Crown can become the beating heart of the neighbourhood, offering great beer, great conversation and a warm, sociable atmosphere. Key Features • Boosted Operator Earnings of 20% of net revenue: £83,200, – and that's just the baseline! • Supercharge Your Income: Take home an additional 10% of profit above budget when you manage a high-volume pub! This bonus recognises the extra effort required to run a thriving pub. • Important Note: We do not ask you to invest your own money into the pub. You simply pay a £2,000 bond. • Become a Craft Union Star: Increase your income by becoming a centre of excellence. • Free BII Membership • Be the Best: Win an all-expenses-paid trip to our yearly operator awards! • Join a Growing Family: Be part of Craft Union's rapidly expanding estate, partnering with the UK's biggest pub company. • Rent-free Accommodation (where applicable) • Full Utilities Paid: Gas, Electric & Water (for the entire building including the accommodation) • Cost of Sky & TNT Sports Included (pay-per-view events agreed upon with your Regional Manager) • Security & Entertainment Packages Available (as agreed with your Regional Manager) • Business Rates Covered • Dedicated Support of a Regional Manager: Get ongoing guidance and support to develop your pub's proposition and build strong community engagement, leading to boosted sales opportunities. Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £2,000 • Full deposit: £2,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £416,000 • Forecast turnover (annual): £416,000 Ideal Operator The ideal operator here will be a real community champion – someone who loves hosting, is brimming with ideas and thrives on bringing people together. Creativity will be key, from curating a calendar of events that keep the pub buzzing to making the most of the outdoor space with seasonal activities. Experience in organising community events, live entertainment, and social media promotion would be a huge advantage. If you enjoy building relationships, collaborating with local groups and creating a warm, inclusive space, The Crown could be perfect for you. Private Accommodation The Crown comes with its own private accommodation, making it easy to balance work and home life. The living space includes a private kitchen, lounge and 3 bedrooms, giving you room to relax and unwind after a busy shift. It’s a practical and comfortable base right above the pub, so you’re always close to the action but still have a space to call your own. Regional Manager's Thoughts The Crown has all the ingredients of a fantastic pub business – a great location, a steady stream of potential customers and a layout that works well for both everyday trade and evening community events. I see huge potential here for an operator who loves being at the heart of the community, enjoys hosting great nights and isn’t afraid to get involved. This is the kind of pub where your personality will shine, and your hard work will quickly turn into loyal trade and a reputation as the go-to venue in Sutton. Surrounding Area Sutton is a busy and well-connected town, with excellent transport links and a high footfall thanks to nearby shops, offices and residential areas. The pub sits within walking distance of the town centre and benefits from strong passing trade, especially during weekends and evenings. Sutton also has a lively night-time economy and a strong sporting community, so there’s lots of potential to tap into live sports screenings and music nights. The steady mix of locals and visitors gives you a broad customer base to work with.