Fleece Inn Bradford

The Fleece Inn is a well-presented, multi-room community pub in the heart of Allerton, known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong local following.

The Fleece Inn is a well-presented, multi-room community pub in the heart of Allerton, known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong local following. This is a true locals’ pub, offering an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operator who enjoys community engagement and sport-led hospitality. Inside, the pub is arranged across three distinct trading areas, including a spacious lounge, a dedicated pool room, and a cosy snug used for meetings and small gatherings. Back-to-back bar serveries allow for efficient service across the main trading spaces, while the décor throughout is well maintained and comfortable, supporting busy trading periods. Sport is central to the Fleece Inn’s identity, with pub teams, darts, pool, and live televised sport driving regular footfall and creating a lively social atmosphere. Entertainment adds further appeal, with karaoke nights and DJ events proving popular. With no commercial kitchen, the business operates successfully as a wet-led pub, focusing on drinks, sport, and entertainment. Externally, the pub benefits from a fenced front patio area for outdoor drinking and a rear customer car park with space for approximately six to eight vehicles. Overall, the Fleece Inn offers a strong foundation for an operator looking to run a vibrant, sport-focused, and community-driven pub in Allerton. Key Features • Community pub with an established local trade • Prominent position on the main high street • Three-bedroom private accommodation • Potential for pub teams, both Darts and Pool • Small Car Park to the rear • External drinking area with potential to develop Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £4,795 • Full deposit: £4,000 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £308 • Guide rent (annual): £16,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £257,733 • Forecast turnover (annual): £257,732 Ideal Operator I am looking for a passionate publican who can integrate into the local community and drive the Fleece Inn forward, and bring it back to being the best pub in the local area. Experience in running this style of traditional, community-focused pub is highly desired, and you will need to possess the ability to constantly evolve the offer to meet the changing needs of the community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and a creative approach to events and promotions. This is a great business opportunity for the right operator, offering significant potential for growth and success in a close-knit community. Private Accommodation There is a very large living area above the pub comprising 3 large bedrooms, a large bathroom and kitchen, and a small office. Regional Manager's Thoughts The Fleece Inn offers an outstanding opportunity for a new publican to oversee a traditional community pub within a large local community, while also benefiting from significant passing trade due to its strategic location. There is plenty of scope to develop the current offer, and I believe that with a fully engaged and proactive tenant, the Fleece Inn will become the central hub of the community and will foster long-term growth and success. Surrounding Area Allerton is a well-established suburban village located to the north west of Bradford, offering an appealing blend of traditional village charm, strong community spirit, and easy access to the city. While once a rural settlement, Allerton has evolved into a popular residential area, retaining a semi-rural feel thanks to surrounding green spaces, open views, and nearby walking routes that attract regular footfall from locals and leisure walkers. The village is characterised by a mix of traditional stone-built properties and modern housing developments, creating a diverse and well-populated residential catchment. This supports consistent, year-round footfall, particularly during evenings and weekends, from families, long-term residents, and those seeking a relaxed local pub environment. Despite its growth, Allerton maintains a close-knit, community-focused atmosphere where local venues play a central role in everyday social life. Allerton benefits from a strong range of local amenities, including convenience stores, takeaways, schools, churches, and community facilities, all of which help to drive daily activity through the village. Pubs in the area, including The Fleece Inn, are natural social hubs, supporting local sports teams, community groups, and regular social gatherings, which helps generate repeat trade and long-term customer loyalty. The area is well connected, with regular bus services into Bradford city centre and convenient road links to neighbouring villages and towns across West Yorkshire. This accessibility supports additional evening and weekend trade from the wider Bradford area while still appealing to those who value a quieter, village-style setting. Overall, Allerton offers a reliable mix of residential footfall, strong community engagement, and accessibility, making it a well-suited location for a community-led, wet-led pub business with long-term appeal.