The Merchant Brentwood

Superbly located in the heart of Brentwood Town Centre this iconic venue is well known as the place to watch live sports, socialise and party! A rare opportunity has arisen to acquire the site on a new 5-year Tenancy Agreement.

Internally you will find a multi-zoned ground floor open plan trade area which is perfect for creating both a high energy night-time entertainment vibe yet also a lower key daytime environment great for getting a drink and bite to eat with friends and socialising throughout the day. A large, long bar runs down the right-hand side of the venue and the open plan layout comfortably accommodates circa 120 seated covers across its mix of fixed booths, sofas, high stools, and bar tables with room for dancing and socialising, total capacity is circa 320 depending on layout adopted. The premises enjoy the opportunity of an 8am till midnight licence across the week which extends to 1am on Thursday and to 2am on Friday and Saturday. Current weekly activity is focused on Sports TV events, Pool Teams on Monday & Wednesday, Darts Team on Tuesday with entertainment focused on a weekend DJ along with occasional themed events and promotional evenings. A fully fitted trade kitchen not only serves the on-site bar dining trade but also successfully hosts a “Dark Kitchen” operation, our agreement allows the successful operator the same flexibility should they wish. Key Features • the place to socialise and watch Sports TV events in Brentwood • a prime location that is popular with Town Centre users, daytime visitors, post work socialisers and those on a Big Night Out • rare venue with late license which doesn’t come to the market often • fully fitted trade kitchen with potential to develop food offer and "dark kitchen" options • although ready to go this could be a blank canvas and a great opportunity to change the offering Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £30,795 • Full deposit: £30,000 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £2,308 • Guide rent (annual): £120,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £1,262,791 • Forecast turnover (annual): £1,262,791 Ideal Operator This business will appeal to many people however we are seeking an experienced entrepreneurial operator who has the vision to see beyond the current branded operation and turn this venue into a fantastic multi-facetted business. You will already be a successful proven operator with a history in developing and delivering town centre operations, food, drink, and entertainment that meet the local market opportunity. This bar although already to go is a blank canvas, it has great space and facilities which combined with your experience, ideas and enthusiasm will create a fantastic winning offer that appeals even more to the local business and residential markets. Private Accommodation None, this is a lock up site. Regional Manager's Thoughts This is the first time The Merchant has been available to the Tenancy Market and a fantastic opportunity for an entrepreneurial operator to make their mark and take on an already great site and develop it into an even more fantastic one, such an opportunity very very rarely comes up! This truly is an opportunity not to be missed and due to the high level of interest expected I strongly recommend that you contact us promptly to avoid any disappointment. Surrounding Area Brentwood Town Centre is a vibrant, bustling, busy area across the week and especially at weekends with locals of all ages visiting to shop, eat, drink, and socialise. The Merchant is located in the heart of the Town Centre and although it has no parking there are plenty of town centre parking options available nearby.