File Ref: E-916902b Ship Inn Brandon Creek, Littleport, , PE38 0PP

Tenure  Striking location on Leasehold  Main bar and separate restaurant area (90)  Spacious 2/3 bedroom accommodation Price  In excess of 150m mooring space £25,000  Car park with overflow for 50 vehicles

Gareth Hatton Associate

01223 402600

[email protected] Ship

Brandon Creek, Littleport, Downham Market, Cambridgeshire PE38 0PP

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Location

The Ship Inn is located in the hamlet of Brandon Creek on the Cambridgeshire / border. The property sits in a striking location on a promontory where the River Great Ouse is met by the Little Ouse. The pub is easily accessible from the passing A10 which runs north to Downham Market and King's Lynn, and south to Littleport and Ely, as well as by boat.

Description

The property is a prominent two storey 17th Century building with rendered elevations under pitched slate roof. Single storey extension to the rear to accommodate the trade kitchen, cellar and other ancillary store areas. There is a large main car park to the front of the building that is also facilitated by an overflow car park and both areas can comfortably hold approximately 50 vehicles. The riverbank was substantially rebuilt by the Environment Agency contractors recently and now has 150 metres of available mooring space along the bank, for which our clients currently do not charge mooring fees.

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Trade Due to the size and stunning location of the property there is plenty of opportunities for an ingoing tenant to look to Our clients have been running the business for the last 6 extend on the existing menu, and reassess the current wet years and during this time have established themselves as a offering benefiting from this 'Free of Tie' opportunity. An reputable destination venue by passing road users and also owner operator would also benefit from the 2/3 bedroom by pleasure craft passing via river. The business is a popular accommodation on the first floor with stunning views across spot in the summer and it can become busy, especially with the river. boat owners. The patio overlooking the river has become a firm favourite with those visiting the area. During the cooler The size of the existing car park, along with the overflow months the business still receives a stable trade from the offers potential for annual events to be held on the site such surrounding towns and villages such as Downham Market, as beer festival, or local fairs attracting more business to the Littleport and the City of Ely. Lunchtimes are particularly existing trade. popular offering a standard English menu and the business also benefits from good evening wet led trade from Trading accounts can be made available following a formal neighbouring villages. viewing of the property. The business is currently open and trading and any interested parties are more than welcome to visit the premises as a customer however discretion is requested as staff are unaware of a sale at this stage.

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Brandon Creek, Littleport, Downham Market, Cambridgeshire PE38 0PP

Private accommodation First floor owner’s accommodation consisting of two double bedrooms, office which could be converted into a third bedroom, lounge, and a dining room, kitchen and bathroom.

External Patio seating area to the front of the property with picnic style bench seating for approximately 30 customers which adjoins to a gravel seating area to the side of the property overlooking the river with further seating for approximately 25 customers.

There are currently 30 moorings in the area encircling the property for which our clients do not charge mooring fees.

Large patron’s car park and overflow provides space for approximately 50 vehicles.

Accommodation Tenure Ground floor Leasehold. 20 year (from March 2014) 'Free of Tie' lease on Front entrance into main bar and dining area for full repairing and insuring renewable terms. Current rent approximately 40 covers. Large brick bar servery with passing £33,321 per annum with next rent review April wooden top and elaborate back bar display. Open plan area 2020. benefits from traditional features including exposed brick

and wooden beams. There is also a large feature brick Should an offer be accepted the landlord will request the fireplace and open fire. The area is carpeted throughout. completion of an Application Form and Business Plan. Both

forms can be made available by contacting the Fleurets' East Offset to the main bar is the 'well' or 'snug' area with large office on 01223 402 600. display fireplace and upholstered wall seating. The area can hold approximately 15 covers and offers views across the river.

Restaurant / function room

Adjacent to the main bar via separate entrance the restaurant and function room area has wooden flooring throughout and a feature fireplace. It is currently furnished with a number of tables and chairs for approximately 32 covers and provides stunning views across the main river and junction. This area has proved particularly popular for Sunday lunches as well as available to hire for private functions.

Ladies and gentlemen's WC's.

Cellar with all necessary beer raising and cooling equipment with delivery access from the side of the property, off the main car park.

There is a fully equipped trade kitchen with extractor unit and separate prep and wash up area. Ancillary storage areas include walk-in fridge, freezer and chest freezer units.

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Brandon Creek, Littleport, Downham Market, Cambridgeshire PE38 0PP

Licence

A premises licence prevails, the main licensable activities being:-

Sale by retail of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises:

Monday to Sunday, 11:00am - 01:00am

Business Rates & Council Tax

The property is in an area administered by District Council. The 2017 Rateable Value has been assessed at £27,500.

The domestic accommodation is within Band C for council tax purposes.

Services

We are advised the property benefits from mains services, LPG for cooking and heating and connected to a septic tank.

EPC

The property has an Energy Performance Asset rating of E- 111 issued on 1st March 2012.

VAT

All prices quoted and offers made shall be deemed to be exclusive of VAT and VAT will be added where applicable. In most cases VAT is reclaimable. Prospective purchasers should consult their accountant for professional advice in this respect.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment only through Fleurets' East office on 01223 402 600.

Finance & Insurance

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Brandon Creek, Littleport, Downham Market, Cambridgeshire PE38 0PP Ship

Brandon Creek, Littleport, Downham Market, Cambridgeshire PE38 0PP

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