Kingfisher

The Kingfisher in Newport Pagnell presents an exciting Hive pub franchise opportunity within a beautifully refurbished site that benefited from a major investment in 2025.

Set in the historic market town, the pub now combines traditional charm with a fresh, modern feel, offering strong kerb appeal and a warm, high‑quality interior that makes an immediate impression. Its updated layout includes a welcoming bar, a comfortable dining room, a pool and darts area, and flexible zones ideal for live entertainment and relaxed social occasions. Outside, the covered pergola, lighting, TVs and expanded seating areas create an inviting space that works throughout the year. The Kingfisher draws a broad mix of families, professionals and long‑standing locals, with strong alignment to the Hive model thanks to the pub’s established community presence. The pub’s improved offer creates the potential to attract new customers from nearby Milton Keynes for dining, weekend socials and sports occasions. This opportunity is perfect for a franchisee who genuinely values community connections and can create an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere. The ideal operator will be confident in building relationships, leading and motivating a team, and delivering consistently excellent service. They will also bring the drive to grow the pub through events, entertainment, local partnerships and effective social media marketing, ensuring the Kingfisher continues to thrive as both a neighbourhood hub and a destination venue. With its significant recent refurbishment, strong following and the support of the Hive franchise model, the Kingfisher offers a rare chance to take on a high‑quality pub that is already primed for success. Key facts • Upfront cost: £5,000 • Forecasted operator turnover: £618,332 Entry costs Entry cost of £5,000 is payable on change day. This includes legal fees and start up training costs. An extra £3,000 will be required as working capital, to ensure there is sufficient cash flow in the business before we make our first payment to you. You will be responsible for paying any staff wages including Employers National Insurance, liability insurances to protect the business and the public, TV licence and council tax for private accommodation. Trading space The Kingfisher offers a versatile and well‑designed trade space that supports a wide range of customer occasions. The main bar sits at the heart of the pub, surrounded by a comfortable transition area that provides relaxed seating and a natural flow through the venue. A dedicated pool and darts room adds a strong social‑sport element, appealing to league players and casual groups alike. The dining room offers a more settled environment for meals, giving families and diners a defined space away from the bar. The 2025 refurbishment significantly elevated the outdoor offer, introducing covered pergola areas with lighting, TVs, furniture and planting, creating an attractive and weather‑resilient extension of the pub’s trading capacity. Additional outdoor drinking spaces sit near the entrance and in the garden, complete with picnic benches and ample seating, making the pub a go‑to spot in warmer months. Together, these areas give the Kingfisher a flexible, high‑quality trade footprint that supports dining, drinking, sports, entertainment and community events all year round. Private accommodation The accommodation comprises 2 bedrooms, kitchen, lounge, dining room, bathroom, toilet and office.