Stirrup Cup Bisley

A rare opportunity to lease a charming and well-established village pub in the heart of the picturesque village of Bisley, Gloucestershire.

A rare opportunity to lease a charming and well-established village pub in the heart of the picturesque village of Bisley, Gloucestershire. The Stirrup Cup offers immense character, a loyal local clientele, and significant potential for growth in food and drink sales, accommodation, or events. The Stirrup Cup is a traditional Cotswold stone pub located in the centre of Bisley, a sought-after village renowned for its scenic beauty and strong sense of community. The property retains many original features, including exposed beams, open fires, flagstone floors, and sash windows. The pub has a welcoming bar area, dining space for approximately 40 covers, a commercial kitchen, and a beer garden with additional seating. Upstairs, there is well-presented accommodation suitable for the tenant or potential letting rooms (subject to planning). This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced operator or entrepreneurial newcomer to build on a strong foundation and create a thriving village hub. Key Features • - Superb village location • - Characterful trading area • - Function room • - Fully fitted catering kitchen • - Car parking Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £9,045 • Full deposit: £8,250 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £635 • Guide rent (annual): £33,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £513,388 • Forecast turnover (annual): £513,387 Ideal Operator The ideal operator would be a real foodie that can put together a menu that would appeal to the local community as well as visitors to the area. It requires a publican who will thrive in a village environment and immerse themselves in that village life. The location and accommodation is suitable for couples or families and woudl really suit a family run operation. Private Accommodation 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bathrrom ideal family accommodation.  Regional Manager's Thoughts The Stirrup Cup has not been on the market for over 10 years, so it is a rare opportunity to take on this village gem. This would suit a real foodie with the vision and confidence to create a menu that would appeal to a wide area and encourage people to visit. The perfect applicant would throw themselves into becoming a "villager" and becoming that focal point for the residents to come together and enjoy great food and a welcoming environment. Surrounding Area Bisley is a quintessential English village located within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), sitting approximately 4 miles from Stroud it is ideally located. Renowned for its unspoiled character, honey-coloured limestone houses, and scenic hillside setting, Bisley is one of the most attractive and desirable rural locations in Gloucestershire. The village has a strong sense of community, supported by amenities such as a village store, primary school, post office, village hall and parish church. Local life revolves around regular village events, open gardens, seasonal festivals, and a traditional May Day celebration. There are around 1,200 residents in Bisley itself Situated near walking and cycling routes including the Cotswold Way and Wysis Way and also popular with tourists exploring the Five Valleys, Painswick, and Slad Valley In the wider area, Bisley is close to the centres of Stroud (4 miles), Cheltenham (14 miles) and Gloucester (15 miles) it is 10 miles from M5 Junction 13 (connecting to Bristol, Birmingham, and beyond), 15 minutes to Stroud Station (direct trains to London Paddington in approx. 90 mins) and also bus links to Stroud, Cirencester, and surrounding villages This thriving and picturesque location makes the Stirrup Cup a rare and compelling proposition for a a Publican looking to build a distinctive offering in one of the Cotswolds' most engaging settings and to become a real pillar and centre of the community..