Have you ever had a dream of owning a Cornish pub? Well, now is your chance as plenty across the Duchy up for sale currently.
SBC Property has eight pubs up for sale in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly offering an opportunity for those looking to turn their dream into a reality.
From small village locals to busy town pubs here are eight pubs currently on the market in Cornwall:
Bolingey Inn, Penwartha Road, Perranporth
According to SBC Property, this “idyllic” free-house restaurant located in the heart of the village has a quality bar and restaurant areas with 30 covers. It also has outside parking and a “delightful” owner three-bedroom accommodation.
Bolingey Inn is for sale on application, with a rental fee of £26,000 per annum.
Red Lion Inn, St. Kew Highway, Bodmin, Cornwall
This Cornish inn is described as a “historic landmark” by SBC. It is located on the main A39 Atlantic Highway close to Wadebridge.
It boasts a "unique traditional style" dining area suitable for 60 plus covers, as well as outside trading for 30 plus covers. As well as this, there is parking for around 30 vehicles and a five-bedroom accommodation for the owner.
The Red Lion Inn is up for sale for £450,000 for the freehold.
Slades House Country Inn, Sladesbridge, Wadebridge
This Grade II-listed free house restaurant was constructed in the 17th Century and was once owned by the Pencarrow Estate. SBC describe the pub as one of “Cornwall’s leading destination pubs.” This is the first time in more than 80 years that this pub has gone up for sale.
The inside of the pub welcomes a traditional style bar/restaurant area, with log burners, bean ceilings and a carvery set up for more than 100 covers.
There is also an abundance of accommodation which includes five rooms – a potential for renting out.
Outside includes a private garden area, equipped with picnic bench table seats, and an extensive parking area for 75-plus cars.
The Slades House is up for sale for £1,450,000
Radjel Inn, Boscaswell Terrace, Pendeen, Penzance
With a central village location and two bar areas, the Radjel Inn is an opportunity for someone starting out in the hospitality industry.
The Radjel also welcomes outside trading areas and accommodation with five bedrooms. There is also car parking.
The Radjel Inn is up for sale for £250,000.
The Turks Head, The Quay, St Agnes, Isles of Scilly
Not technically on the mainland, but still part of the Duchy of Cornwall, the Turks Head is described as “outstanding” by SBC and is another pub in an idyllic location.
Based on the water, the Turks Head boasts "picturesque" views towards Tresco, St Martins, St Marys and the Island of Gugh.
It has recently been refurbished and offers a traditional style bar and restaurant areas for around 60 covers.
Outside, there are panoramic views that can accommodate extra covers.
The staff accommodation has five bedrooms, with the owners having two bedrooms. There is also a private slipway and moorings.
The Turks Head is on the market for £795,000 for the business, with the rent at £18,500 per annum.
The Old Inn, Churchtown, St Breward, Bodmin
This iconic and award-winning pub and restaurant with a rich history dating back to the 11th century is situated in the heart of a Cornish Village on Bodmin Moor.
The Old Inn is up for sale for the first time in 25 years and is described as an “extremely well-established pub” by SBC.
The classic bar and restaurant are designed in a traditional style, with open fires, beamed ceilings, and a carvery set-up that can accommodate around 350 diners.
Both indoors and outdoors feature balcony seating and a sheltered beer garden. There is also a large car park suitable for up to 20 cars.
Having already built an exceptional reputation for private events and family occasions, SBC said there “are more opportunities to expand and attract more business.”
The Old Inn is up for sale for £995,000 freehold.
Tuckingmill Hotel, 109 Pendarves Street, Tuckingmill, Camborne
Located on the outskirts of Camborne, and close to the town of Pool is the Tuckingmill Hotel.
Close to residential and commercial areas of Camborne, the pub compromises a detached, two-storey, granite and stone construction under a pitched roof with later additions. There is also a car park and an outside trading area.
The Tuckingmill Hotel is up for sale for £300,000 freehold.
The Kings Arms Bar, 3 Broad Street, Penryn
This freehouse and restaurant is located just off the town centre.
The pub features a Bar, a function room, a rear enclosed trading area, seven living bedrooms and one bedroom accommodation for the owner.
The Kings Arms Bar is up for sale for £575,000 freehold.
All properties are on the market with SBC Property.
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