Duck And Willow Downend

The Duck and Willow is a great moden pub situated on a main road leading into the nice village of Downend. It has one large trading area for both dining and drinking and a large external beer garden and patio and large marquee.

The Duck and Willow is a great moden pub situated on a main road leading into the nice village of Downend. It has one large trading area for both dining and drinking and a large external beer garden and patio and large marquee. It has traded as a great food venue but also a place for drinks and snacks. You wil feel at home having a drink, dining or frequenting for a secial occasion, it caters for all. There is a large kitchen and three bed flat on first floor. The property is in good condition throughout. There is a balcony area which overlooks the patio garden at the rear, accessed via French doors. It has seating for 30+ with room for a number of picnic benches in addition to the enclosed Marquee area that can be used for functions, a major advantage to this business.  There is further seating at the front with four benches and a car park for six vehicles. Key Features • dining covers of circa 70 • Well-equipped catering kitchen • Spacious three-bedroom living accommodation • Beautiful balcony overlooking the enclosed beer garden Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £10,545 • Full deposit: £9,750 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £750 • Guide rent (annual): £39,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £646,058 • Forecast turnover (annual): £646,057 Ideal Operator We are looking for an operator who has a passion for a good mid market pub with great food. Although experience is not essential the Duck and Willow is a very detailed pub that needs a great operator who will fit into the pub from day to day. Enthusiasm, a great plan and a want and desire to make it work are requisite, Brilliant social skills are paramount and a positive attitude is essential.  Private Accommodation The accommodation is all in good order and ready to move in. There are three spacious bedrooms, lounge, domestic kitchen and bathroom. Regional Manager's Thoughts Pubs like these do not come on the market very often so don't hang around. Experience would be great but transferable skills are acceptable. Come with a great plan to make this fantastic local community the best pub for miles around. Surrounding Area Downend is a suburb located northeast of Bristol, bordered by Fishponds and Staple Hill. It is ideally located for Bristol city centre and all of the associated attractions including the M4, M32 & M5 motorway links. Downend is close to the Avon Ring Road Cycle Path and the Bristol and Bath Railway Path. The pub is opposite the cricket club from where the legendary W.G. Grace played.