Bierkeller & Zinc Maidstone

This well-known and much-loved central Maidstone venue — famous for its high-energy nights and unforgettable atmosphere — is now available on a 5-year Tenancy Agreement.

This well-known and much-loved central Maidstone venue — famous for its high-energy nights and unforgettable atmosphere — is now available on a 5-year Tenancy Agreement. With a late licence until 5am, a total capacity exceeding 1,000 guests, and a flexible two-floor layout, this is a rare opportunity to take on one of the city’s true nightlife landmarks. The expansive ground floor, formerly home to The Bierkeller, offers a vast open-plan space with long refectory tables and benches seating over 180 guests. Renowned for its live Oompah Band, DJs, and lively party atmosphere, it was the go-to destination for celebrations, hen and stag nights, and after-work get-togethers. To the rear sits a patio garden with an outdoor bar opportunity, a retractable canopy, six covered booths for 50+ covers, picnic tables, and space for an additional 80+ guests — perfect for extending trading outdoors during warmer months. Upstairs, the venue transforms into a dual-room nightclub previously operated as Zinc and Popworld — two of Maidstone’s most popular late-night destinations. This area provides exceptional scope for live music, club events, and private functions, offering flexibility for an ambitious operator with vision. Key Features • Prime High Street location – popular with locals and visitors wanting a Big Weekend Day/Night Out • High-capacity venue – two distinct trading areas across two floors and an external garden with a licence capacity for over 1000 guests, ideal for large-scale events, weekend nightlife, and private functions. • 5am late licence 7days a week • Flexible trading potential – operated successfully as a late-night venue, opportunity throughout the day for lunch and after-work drinks and then transitioning into a vibrant late-night destination. • Entertainment-ready – DJ booths set up in place, with potential to expand into live music, themed nights, or private hire events. • Scope for innovation – perfect for an experienced operator to introduce their own brand concept, events calendar, and marketing strategy in a busy town centre hub. Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £9,545 • Full deposit: £8,750 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £673 • Guide rent (annual): £35,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £17,407 • Forecast turnover (annual): £905,152 Ideal Operator This business will appeal to many people; however, we are seeking an experienced independent entrepreneurial single/multiple operator who has the vision to see beyond the current branded operation and turn this venue into a fantastic multi-faceted business. Experience in high-volume late-night venues and liaising with local authorities to build and maintain a strong reputation as a fun, vibrant and safe place to spend an evening would be ideal. This bar has the late licence and great space and facilities, which combined with your experience, ideas, and enthusiasm, will create a fantastic winning offer. Private Accommodation There is no accommodation at this site.  Regional Manager's Thoughts This is the first time The Bierkeller has been available to the Tenancy Market and a unique opportunity to take on a prominent late-night venue of this size in the heart of Maidstone. It really is a fantastic opportunity for an entrepreneurial operator to make their mark and take an already great site and develop it into an even more fantastic one. Surrounding Area Maidstone is the thriving county town of Kent, perfectly positioned just 32 miles south-east of London and set along the scenic River Medway, which winds through the centre of town and connects to Rochester, Medway, and the Thames Estuary. With two mainline railway stations and easy access to the M20 motorway via junctions 6 and 7, Maidstone offers excellent transport connectivity for both locals and visitors. The venue enjoys a prime central location in the heart of Maidstone, surrounded by bustling high-street shops, cafés, bars, and leisure attractions. It sits right at the centre of the town’s vibrant weekend pub and nightlife circuit, ensuring consistent footfall and year-round energy. Its proximity to the Medway Riverfront and popular entertainment venues makes it a natural hotspot for both day and late-night trade.