White Hart Newhaven

The White Hart in Newhaven is a well-established entertainment-led pub, ideally positioned on the bustling High Street with strong footfall and a loyal local following.

The White Hart in Newhaven is a well-established entertainment-led pub, ideally positioned on the bustling High Street with strong footfall and a loyal local following. With a single-room layout, central bar, and wrap-around seating for over 40 guests, this venue delivers atmosphere, visibility, and community spirit in one package. Known for its live entertainment and dedicated sports crowd, the White Hart boasts a raised stage area ideal for bands or karaoke nights, and offers two darts oches and a league-standard pool table. Both sports teams and music nights are already embedded into the pub's weekly calendar, offering a solid foundation for any incoming operator. The pub also benefits from a practical and appealing layout, with a smoking solution to the rear to keep the front entrance welcoming and clutter-free. The site operates under the Beacon model, giving you enhanced marketing support and highly competitive pricing on key lines. With strong backing from Stonegate and the ability to drive footfall through events, sports and seasonal activity, the White Hart is ready-made for an operator who wants to hit the ground running. Key Features • Prime High Street location with excellent frontage • Established live entertainment and sports offer • Two darts oches and a league pool table • Raised stage for performances • Single-room layout with good visibility and wrap-around seating • Beacon partnership model with pricing and marketing support • Smoking area to rear of property Business & Financial Information • Estimated ingoings (upfront): £5,920 • Full deposit: £5,125 • Agreement fee: £795 • Guide rent (weekly): £394 • Guide rent (annual): £20,500 • Forecast turnover (weekly): £313,446 • Forecast turnover (annual): £313,446 Ideal Operator We're looking for an experienced wet-led operator with a proven track record of running entertainment venues or sports-led pubs. You’ll need confidence in putting together a consistent events calendar, from live music to sport screenings, and the drive to market these both online and in person. Strong local engagement, staff training, and energy around busy nights will be key to continued success. Private Accommodation Upstairs, you’ll find well-maintained and spacious private accommodation, featuring three good-sized bedrooms, a separate lounge, fully equipped kitchen, and bathroom – ideal for a family or live-in operator. Regional Manager's Thoughts The White Hart is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in an energetic, community-driven venue. With Beacon pricing and marketing support behind you, there’s plenty of room to push the already strong entertainment and sports offer even further. The pub has built a brilliant local reputation – now it needs the right person to carry that forward and make the most of its location, layout, and loyal customer base. Surrounding Area Newhaven is a lively seaside town and working port located between Brighton and Seaford along the A27 coast road. It enjoys daily ferry crossings to Dieppe, bringing consistent seasonal tourism into the town. Local attractions such as Newhaven Fort, Paradise Park, and nearby Drusillas Zoo keep families and day-trippers returning, especially in the warmer months. With its central High Street position, the White Hart is perfectly placed to capture this passing trade year-round.