The Shepherds Rest, a destination food-led pub situated in the village of Lumbutts, Todmorden, has been let by leisure and hospitality property specialist Sidney Phillips.
The charming two-storey, country inn located on an old pack horse route that traverses the southern side of the Upper Calder Valley, dates to the 1850’s and features a main bar, private function rooms and restaurant. The property also boasts stunning 360-degree views of the valley and sees much trade from walker visiting the nearby Stoody Pike and Gadding’s Dam, a reservoir set at 1150ft and often dubbed as Britain’s highest beach.
The property further benefits from spacious four-bedroom owners’ accommodation, large car park and children’s play area.
Dean McVay, Regional Valuations Manager for the North West handled the sale and comments, “The Shepherds Rest represented a wonderful opportunity to lease a successful and well-established business in an a stunning location. We wish the new lessee all the best in their new venture.”
Sidney Phillips let The Shepherds Rest on a new free-of-tie lease, off an asking price of £60,000.
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(February 2025)