Swan Hotel Whalley

The Swan Hotel in Whalley is a historic coaching inn at the heart of the Ribble Valley, renowned for its great food, quality drinks and warm atmosphere.

The Swan Hotel in Whalley is a historic coaching inn at the heart of the Ribble Valley, renowned for its great food, quality drinks and warm atmosphere. This thriving pub features a characterful bar serving cask ales, lagers, wines and spirits, alongside a popular restaurant offering pub classics and Sunday roasts. With six en-suite letting rooms, the Swan also benefits from steady trade from overnight guests. A lively calendar of events, quizzes and live sports ensures the pub remains a focal point for the local community. With the freedom to run your own business and the backing of the UK’s largest pub company, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced operator to build on the Swan’s strong reputation. Key Features • Grade II listed 18th-century coaching inn full of historic charm • Six en-suite letting rooms providing quality guest accommodation • Characterful bar and dining area, serving cask ales, wines and pub classics • Sunday roasts, seasonal dishes and specials are popular with locals and visitors • Live sports on Sky Sports & BT Sport, plus weekly quiz nights and community events • Prime village location on Whalley’s main street, close to Whalley Abbey and Viaduct Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £13,295 • Full deposit: £12,500 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £962 • Guide rent (annual): £50,000 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £683,577 • Forecast turnover (annual): £683,576 Ideal Operator We’re looking for an experienced, business-minded publican with the passion and drive to take The Swan Hotel to the next level. The ideal operator will: Bring proven hospitality or pub management experience Show real enthusiasm for great food, quality drinks and outstanding customer service Understand the importance of community engagement and building loyal customer relationships Be able to motivate and lead a team effectively Deliver a welcoming, memorable pub experience for both locals and visitors This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious operator to run a thriving pub with rooms in the Ribble Valley, backed by the support of the UK’s largest pub company. Private Accommodation TBC Regional Manager's Thoughts The Swan Hotel is already a very successful business, and we need a publican who can demonstrate experience of running a similar style of business. Further to this, it would be adventagous of you having a great understanding of the local area, the know how to futher devlelop this business and above all esles, you are passionate about pubs! Why Take On The Swan Hotel? ✔ Fantastic location in a thriving village ✔ Strong local following with regular customers ✔ A unique business opportunity with room for growth ✔ Operational support available to help you succeed Surrounding Area The Swan Hotel sits in the heart of Whalley, a picturesque village in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, perfectly placed on King Street (A671) — the main thoroughfare through the village. Its central location makes the pub highly visible and easily accessible for both locals and visitors. Nearby attractions include the historic Whalley Abbey ruins and gardens, and the striking Whalley Viaduct, the longest brick-built railway viaduct in Lancashire, with breathtaking views. King Street itself is lined with independent shops, artisan cafés, and boutique stores, drawing steady footfall to the area. Excellent public transport links via Whalley train station and frequent bus services connect the village to Clitheroe, Blackburn and Manchester. Surrounded by the rolling hills of the Ribble Valley, Whalley is also a favourite base for walkers and cyclists exploring the scenic countryside. This vibrant mix of heritage, community, and tourism makes Whalley an outstanding location for a successful pub business with rooms.