Sidney Phillips has been instructed to market for sale the leasehold interest of the Red Lion in Badlesmere, a popular food-led business with a unique offering.
The Red Lion is situated in the Kentish village of Badlesmere, approximately 5 miles south of Faversham on the busy arterial Ashford Road. This picturesque area of Kent is well known for its central position along the North Downs, which boasts a large number of walking and cycling routes.
The Red Lion occupies a notable roadside public house originally constructed in 1546 as farm dwellings, later converted into a pub in 1728. This Grade II listed property has been wisely invested in and as a result is presented to a high standard throughout with little need for initial investment.
It is presented in a traditional manner with bar and dining areas for 46 covers, a spacious and well-appointed three bedroom accommodation, 200 cover trade garden and patio, as well as an additional paddock area which is often used for camping and holding events such as weddings and outdoor cinemas.
Regional Valuations Manager Robert Cockayne, who is handling the sale commented: “Our clients have taken a run of the mill wet led pub and converted it into a popular and profitable food led business, known for its Ceoliac food offering, the only independent operator in the UK to do so. It prides itself on its locally sourced produce and ales and as a result enjoys strong Google reviews and TripAdvisor reviews being the second top rated venue in Faversham.”
“The Red Lion would suit an enthusiastic hands on operator who could continue on the hard work and sturdy business created by the current owners, whilst capitalising on the vast potential of the paddock to hold further events and increase the number of campers utilising the land.”
The leasehold interest of the Red Lion is available off an asking price of £120,000.
For further information about this pub for sale, other pubs for sale or to let or how to buy a business please call Sidney Phillips on 01892 725900, or email southeast@sidneyphillips.co.uk.
(May 2022)