Leisure and hospitality specialist Sidney Phillips has been instructed to market for sale a charming micro-pub and eatery in Sandwich, Kent.
The Mermaid's Locker is superbly positioned in the heart of the highly desirable Cinque Ports town of Sandwich, a historic market town which boasts a population in the region of 5,000 residents and is awash with original medieval buildings, including old town walls, churches, almshouses and a notable Guild Hall. Sandwich's historic centre has been superbly preserved and draws in visitors throughout the year seeking to admire its wonderful range of architecture as well as exploring the nearby coastline and nature reserves. The area is well known for being the home of Royal St George's and Prince's golf courses.
The Mermaid's Locker is a charming Grade II listed property understood to date from the early 17th century. This timber framed and retains much of its original features throughout including exposed brickwork, timbers and flagstone flooring. The property is superbly positioned on Cattle Market, the central point of Sandwich, a stone's throw from the Guild Hall and associated town parking.
It benefits from three quaint trade areas, a trade kitchen and two-bedroom accommodation, as well as a sun-trap courtyard patio.
The Mermaid's Locker operates as a warm and welcoming micropub and eatery which for the past 9 years has generated a loyal following. The business is centred around its ever-changing range of cask ales and European craft lagers, supported by a British food offering which changes regularly depending on the availability of local fresh produce. The business is popular with the 40+ age group and has become well-known for its monthly music nights.
As The Mermaid's Locker is currently operated to suit the owners' lifestyle, there is vast potential for a new operator to drive turnover and profitability with an increase in marketing, online presence and additional music nights. There is also ample opportunity to open the business at lunchtimes in order to capture a share of the town's bustling daytime economy.
For further information about this business for sale, please contact Sidney Phillips on 01892 725900 or email southeast@sidneyphillips.co.uk. You can also view the property on our website by clicking here or search other pubs for sale.
March 2025