Moonraker Crawley

The Moonraker is a detached two-storey pub situated in the pleasant town of Crawley, West Sussex. The pub lies on the busy high street with plenty of passing trade and with fantastic transport links to both London and Brighton, with Crawley train station just one mile away.

The Moonraker is a detached two-storey pub situated in the pleasant town of Crawley, West Sussex. The pub lies on the busy high street with plenty of passing trade and with fantastic transport links to both London and Brighton, with Crawley train station just one mile away. This is predominantly a wet-led site which trades from a one centre bar servery which provides 20 covers and widescreen televisions. There is a relaxed and well-presented lounge area at the back of the pub which provides an additional 30 covers. The pub also benefits from a trade kitchen located behind the bar which is capable of producing a quality pub food menu. An adequately sized, self-contained beer garden to the rear of the property with bench seating for approximately 20 covers plus some benches in a paved area at the front.  Ever dreamt of being your own boss, running a thriving pub, and shaping a vibrant community hub? Partnering with Stonegate, the UK's largest pub company, makes that dream a reality. We offer the best of both worlds: self-employment with the unwavering support of a dedicated team, from regional managers to a network of experienced publicans in your region. From free BII membership to unlock industry insights, to a diverse portfolio offering the perfect pub for your vision, Stonegate empowers you to maximize endless profit opportunities. Plus, our flexible tenancy agreements ensure you have the control you need to succeed. Key Features • Popular wet-led pub with scope to provide a strong food offer • Central bar servery with TV screens • Trade kitchen to allow for a quality pub food menu • Four-bedroom private accommodation ideal for a family • Discounts of up to £140 per barrel, but has an average of £120 per barrel Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £7,045 • Full deposit: £6,250 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £481 • Guide rent (annual): £25,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £376,408 • Forecast turnover (annual): £376,407 Ideal Operator Stonegate Pub Partners are now seeking a new starter to the trade or an experienced publican looking for their next opportunity. An applicant who can produce good quality pub food and strong drinks would be advantageous. Private Accommodation The private accommodation comprises four bedrooms, a lounge, a kitchen, office and bathroom.  Regional Manager's Thoughts The Moonraker is a brilliant wet-led business that is popular with locals and benefits from passing trade at the weekends. The trade kitchen gives the pub some catering potential, which should be further enhanced to drive trade, as well as an offering of Sky Sports and pub games. Whether new to the trade or an experienced publican, I am keen to hear from those who have the ability to produce good quality, traditional pub food whilst maintaining a strong drinks offer. Surrounding Area Crawley is a large town and borough in West Sussex, 28 miles south of London, and 18 miles north of Brighton and Hove. The Moonraker is conveniently located on a high street, surrounded by local housing and just a short distance from a pharmacy, convenience store and the Three Bridges railway station. Situated on the main London to Brighton road, the town has fantastic transport links to both London and Brighton, with Crawley mainline station just one mile away.