Mermaid

The Mermaid is a prime pub‑to‑let opportunity in the heart of Burford, a busy Cotswold town with strong year‑round tourism and exceptional summer trade.

The pub currently operates with an even wet and dry split, giving the new operator freedom to develop either a standout wet‑led offer or a quality food‑focused concept. Guests enter through a welcoming snug bar that leads to a rear dining space and patio, all recently improved with upgraded heating to create a warm, inviting atmosphere. We’re looking for an operator with vision—someone experienced, creative and commercially minded, capable of building a clear identity and strong marketing plan that will put the Mermaid firmly back on the map. With landlord investment available for the right proposal, there is real scope to elevate the offer and grow the business in a town with both loyal locals and high visitor demand. For the right person or couple, this is a rare chance to shape a flexible, high‑potential pub in one of the Cotswolds’ most desirable locations. Key facts • Annual rent: £32,000 • Upfront cost: £21,000 • Forecasted operator turnover: £603,987 • Forecasted operator profit (inc machine): £29,479 • Type of tie: Full tie: Access to Discounted Wines, Spirits & Minerals Price List • Machine product agreement: Unrestricted (100% to licensee) Entry costs Entry cost is approximately £21000 which includes estimated stock, deposit and working capital. Fixtures and Fitting will be rented with weekly payments made. Any additional costs will be confirmed in your schedule 1 information. Trading space The Mermaid offers a warm and versatile trading environment beginning with a snug, welcoming bar that sets the tone for the pub’s character. This leads into a rear trading room that works well for dining and can accommodate around fifty covers, providing the flexibility to support either a strong wet‑led offer or a quality food concept. Recent heating improvements have made the whole interior comfortably usable year‑round, while the patio area adds valuable outdoor space during busy summer months. The overall layout is compact, atmospheric and highly workable, giving an incoming operator a strong base on which to build a distinctive offer. Private accommodation There is no accommodation on site.