Oddfellows Arms

The Oddfellows Arms is a traditional back‑street pub in Astwood Bank, known for its warm character, real‑ale reputation and three inviting trading spaces: a snug, a main bar and a rear room suited to sports or dining.

A large hidden garden adds a standout feature, giving the pub room to host outdoor occasions and build a lively calendar of community‑focused events. The next operator has the rare chance to relaunch with a fresh identity while keeping the familiar strengths that locals value. The pub has historically traded as a wet‑led local with quality pub food in support, offering a simple base for someone looking to grow the offer without changing its soul. The opportunity lies in reinstating its position as the neighbourhood hub, keeping the beer range strong, refining a modest food offer and bringing the rooms and garden to life through thoughtful, well‑run events. Competition from the nearby Bell Inn leans toward food‑led business, giving the Oddfellows space to stand out as the area’s most welcoming community venue. This pub suits an experienced individual or couple who enjoy being at the heart of suburban life, know how to bring people together and are confident running events and simple, dependable food. Success will look like a busy, friendly local with steady trade across the week, regular fixtures that residents look forward to, well‑kept cask ales, and a garden that becomes a signature draw from spring through autumn. Key facts • Annual rent: £20,000 • Upfront cost: £16,000 • Forecasted operator turnover: £282,356 • Forecasted operator profit (inc machine): £21,326 • Forecasted operator machine profit: £1,750 • Type of tie: Full tie: Access to Discounted Wines, Spirits & Minerals Price List • Machine product agreement: Restricted (50/50 share) Entry costs Entry cost is approximately £16000 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 Oddfellows Arms sits within a quiet back‑street setting in Astwood Bank, a suburb of Redditch that blends residential stability with steady local footfall. The pub occupies a traditional brick building with real character and offers three well‑defined trading spaces: a snug bar for intimate, classic pub atmosphere, a main bar that forms the social heart of the business, and a rear room suited to sports, dining or community gatherings. The large hidden garden provides a standout asset, giving the pub the ability to host outdoor events and broaden its appeal across the seasons. The surrounding community includes a wide demographic of locals and passing trade, supported by only limited direct competition, with the nearby Bell Inn leaning more toward food‑led business. The result is a flexible and inviting trade area that naturally positions the Oddfellows Arms as a true neighbourhood hub with space to grow its events, food and social offer. Private accommodation The living accommodation comprises four bedrooms, kitchen, lounge, toilet and bathroom.