Leisure property specialist Sidney Phillips has brought to market the Cricketers, a thriving wet-only pub in Rye.
Located in the citadel town of Rye, the Cricketers is situated in one of the most desirable towns in the region. This historic Cinque Ports town lies approximately two miles from the sea and is well-known for its stunning country setting, as well as its wealth of historical attractions including Rye Castle, Mermaid Street, Rye Harbour, Camber Castle and Winchelsea. The area is popular all year round with tourists, day trippers, walkers and motorcycle enthusiasts.
The Cricketers is on Fishmarket Road, a busy arterial road into Rye. The business sits to the rear of the local cricket ground, close to a public car park and park facilities. The property has recently been stripped back to brick and renovated to a high standard, including new wiring, lighting, plumbing, central heating, double glazing, insulation and CCTV.
It benefits from a manageable single bar operation, modern two-bedroom accommodation and attractive paved garden overlooking cricket pitch.
Although the business operates on wet-sales only, there is potential for a new owner to introduce a food offering, as the property houses a trade kitchen fitted to shell condition.
Regional Valuations Manager Robert Cockayne, who is handling the sale, commented: “Since Sidney Phillips sold what was the Bedford Arms to the current owner in December 2023, the business has been transformed from a closed and run-down public house into one of the town’s best watering holes, which is well utilised by the local community as those visiting the town for events such as cricket matches and fireworks night.”
The freehold interest of the Cricketers is available to purchase off an asking price of £495,000.
For further information about this pub 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.
July 2025