Great Escape Bridgwater

The Great Escape is an exceptional, high-potential venue nestled just off Bridgwater High Street, offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious operator to create something truly special.

The Great Escape is an exceptional, high-potential venue nestled just off Bridgwater High Street, offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious operator to create something truly special. With its prime location, spacious layout, and fantastic facilities, this is more than just a pub – it’s a canvas for your next great hospitality venture.  The Great Escape offers immense potential for the right operator to bring their vision to life. The open-plan layout and central location provide endless possibilities to build on the existing reputation and create a unique destination that stands out in Bridgwater. This venue is perfect for anyone looking to unlock new revenue streams and elevate their business. Whether you’re interested in running a fine dining experience, creating a casual dining haven, or offering live entertainment, the possibilities are vast. Key Features • Central location • Ample local parking (fees apply) • Large open-plan layout • Large, inviting courtyard garden • Well laid out commercial kitchen Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £7,170 • Full deposit: £6,375 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £490 • Guide rent (annual): £25,500 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £386,199 • Forecast turnover (annual): £386,198 Ideal Operator We're seeking an experienced hospitality professional with: Private Accommodation The private accommodation is a well presented and spacious 3 bedroomapartmentt. It benefits from its own kitchen and separate entrance. The meeting room situated on the 1st floor could also be used as private accommodation if required. Regional Manager's Thoughts The property's versatility is its greatest strength. While currently operating as a restaurant, its spacious, open-plan layout could support numerous hospitality concepts. The additional assets - a substantial bar area, charming courtyard garden, and upstairs function room - create multiple revenue stream possibilities that many standalone venues simply cannot offer. The included residential accommodation (3-bedroom flat) represents significant added value, allowing an owner-operator to eliminate personal housing costs during the critical early business development phase. While the location requires proactive marketing, this is balanced by several factors: In my assessment, this represents an ideal opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional looking to establish their own distinctive venue. Surrounding Area With ongoing investment in commercial enterprise with both Hinkley Point and Gravity Park, the town of Bridgwater is seeing continued investment and rejuvenation schemes. The Great Escape sits in the heart of this redevelopment. While the venue benefits from its proximity to Bridgwater High Street, its slightly tucked-away position means success will depend on effective marketing and creating a destination worth visiting. With significant investment currently transforming the area, now is the perfect time to establish a standout hospitality business in this evolving market.