Railway Inn Brixham

This smart and bustling Grade II listed pub offers an exceptional opportunity for an operator looking to run a high-performing hospitality business in a prime South Devon location.

This smart and bustling Grade II listed pub offers an exceptional opportunity for an operator looking to run a high-performing hospitality business in a prime South Devon location. Blending historic charm with modern trading potential, the venue boasts a strong and established food and drink offer, complemented by the valuable addition of six letting bedrooms and a manager’s flat — ideal for generating year-round income from both locals and tourists. Beautifully presented throughout, the pub features spacious bar and dining areas with seating for around 80 guests internally, plus generous external trading space that thrives in the warmer months. The commercial kitchen and extensive back-of-house facilities — including prep rooms, a walk-in chiller and multiple storage areas — support a reliable, high-volume food operation, making this an excellent site for an operator interested in developing a destination dining experience. The location is one of its greatest strengths. Positioned adjacent to Churston Station and sitting prominently on the A3022, the pub benefits from superb visibility and easy access for customers travelling between Paignton, Brixham and Dartmouth. The surrounding area is a magnet for visitors, with the beaches of Goodrington and Broadsands, plus the picturesque coves of Elberry and Fishcombe, all close by. This steady influx of holidaymakers, walkers, and coastal explorers ensures strong seasonal footfall, while the local community provides solid, dependable trade throughout the year. With its combination of heritage appeal, multiple revenue streams, coastal proximity and strong commercial foundations, this is a standout chance for an ambitious publican to take on a thriving food-led pub with accommodation in South Devon. The business is perfectly positioned for growth — ready for an operator who can elevate its reputation even further as a go-to destination for dining, stays and great hospitality. Key Features • Public bar accessed via customer lobby from main car park (includes gents’ toilets). • Four separate trading areas are arranged around a central wooden bar servery. • Mix of lounge bar seating, informal and formal dining spaces. • Raised dining section included within the layout. • Total internal capacity: 88 covers. • Overall internal trade footprint: 174 sqm (1,873 sq ft). • Extensive commercial kitchen facilities, including: Main kitchen: 5.9m x 3.5m, with full extraction. Preparation room: 5.2m x 5m, with direct delivery access. Washroom: 3.5m x 1.4m. Still room and rear lobby with access to the service yard. Locker room for staff. Store room with a walk-in chiller. Additional stores and office space. Garage/store: 5.1m x 3.7m. • Main kitchen: 5.9m x 3.5m, with full extraction. • Preparation room: 5.2m x 5m, with direct delivery access. • Washroom: 3.5m x 1.4m. • Still room and rear lobby with access to the service yard. • Locker room for staff. • Store room with a walk-in chiller. • Additional stores and office space. • Garage/store: 5.1m x 3.7m. • Beer cellar: 4.2m x 3.2m, ground level, externally accessed via car park. • First-floor landing and hallway with storage cupboards and a separate fire escape. • Six letting rooms, all in good decorative order. • Each room includes a bath en-suite with mixer tap showers. • Rooms 5 and 6 are configured as family rooms. • Room 6 includes a fitted kitchenette, enhancing extended-stay appeal. • Main customer car park with space for 48 vehicles. • Patio beer garden with capacity for 8 x 6-seater benches. • Additional gravelled area suitable for 2 further benches. • Extensive garden to the side with space for approximately 120 covers — ideal for outdoor dining, events and peak-season trade. Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £15,795 • Full deposit: £15,000 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £1,154 • Guide rent (annual): £60,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £635,603 • Forecast turnover (annual): £635,602 Ideal Operator A great opportunity for an operator not necessarily from the Pub trade but ideally from a hospitality business who understands how to drive a quality Food offer coupled with the experience to understand the importance of Letting Rooms and how to maximise the offer.  Someone who has an eye for detail, the passion to offer excellent Customer Service, but also has the personality to bond links with the local community. Private Accommodation Spacious first-floor private living quarters, ideal for an on-site operator or family. Three well-sized bedrooms, offering comfortable and flexible living space. A private lounge providing a relaxed area separate from the trade areas. Fully equipped kitchen suitable for everyday family use. Accessed via an internal staircase, with an additional fire escape for safety and convenience. Positioned above the trading areas, offering privacy while remaining close enough for efficient pub management. Regional Manager's Thoughts This is a fantastic business opportunity in a sought-after area close to the sea.  Filled with loads of facilities from a large Car Park to a lovely Beer garden and well-positioned Letting Rooms which also have large family rooms.  The surrounding area has lots of history, a beautiful landscape, coupled with the attraction of the Seaside.  Ideal for enjoying the facilities a great seasonal location can bring - fun for all, including families. Surrounding Area Churston Ferrers, together with the neighbouring village of Galmpton, sits at the heart of a thriving South Devon community with a combined population of around 6,500 residents. This growing area forms an important link between Brixham, Paignton and Kingswear/Dartmouth, with excellent transport connectivity that naturally boosts visibility and accessibility for passing trade. The pub’s prominent position on the A3022 ensures it benefits from high daily traffic from locals, holidaymakers and visitors travelling across the Torbay region. Local development continues to expand the residential population, increasing demand for quality food, drink and accommodation in the area. This gives the venue a strong year-round customer base, particularly from families, commuters and repeat local diners. Beyond local trade, Churston Ferrers is also a gateway to one of Devon’s most vibrant tourism hotspots, drawing significant footfall throughout the year — and even more so during peak season. The pub sits close to several major attractions that consistently generate strong customer flow. Nearby holiday parks, caravan sites and coastal resorts bring thousands of visitors into the area, while the celebrated Paignton to Kingswear Steam Railway runs right through Churston Station beside the pub, creating a steady stream of tourists, day-trippers and heritage enthusiasts. The renowned Greenway House, once the holiday home of Agatha Christie, is another major draw for visitors exploring the region. In addition, the pub is close to a range of popular coastal destinations including Goodrington Sands, Broadsands Beach, Elberry Cove, and Fishcombe Cove — all well-loved by walkers, beachgoers and families looking for food and refreshment nearby. Attractions such as Quaywest Waterpark, local marinas, and the Dartmouth ferry routes further enhance footfall and help generate strong lunchtime, early evening and weekend trade. With its blend of strong local community, expanding residential developments, heavy tourist traffic and proximity to iconic Devon attractions, Churston Ferrers offers exceptional trading conditions. This makes the pub perfectly positioned to operate as a leading food-and-drink destination with accommodation in the English Riviera region.