Flintlock, Hinckley

With huge screens, top-tier entertainment, great food & drink, and an unbeatable atmosphere, our Grandstand pubs are built for people who live and breathe live sport. We don’t just show sport - we live it. From matchdays to live music and big sporting moments, Grandstand pubs are where local communities and fans come together, and where your next partnership could start.

The Flintlock is about to become something special. Following a major investment, this already well‑supported community pub will be transformed into a Marston’s Grandstand site — a bold, energetic, sport‑led venue designed to deliver atmosphere, great food, and big trading potential.

Estimated On Target Earnings: £40,000 - £46,000 per annum

The refurbishment, planned for October 2026, will completely reinvent the pub: full internal redecoration, wall‑to‑wall TVs for every sporting moment, a state‑of‑the‑art sound and entertainment system, and refreshed outdoor drinking areas. The current split between sports bar and lounge/restaurant will evolve into a cohesive, high‑impact sports destination with a food offer built to match.

With weekly sales of £17,600 (80/20 wet‑led) and significant growth expected post‑capex, this is a high‑volume business in a large Leicestershire town, right at the heart of a loyal residential community.

We’re looking for an operator with experience running a sizeable venue with food — ideally someone who knows how to deliver a buzzing sports environment and who’s confident managing a major investment project. Above all, we want passion, drive, and the hunger to make this flagship site thrive.

Please note: The Flintlock is not suitable for a first‑time operator due to the scale and complexity of the business.

We’re looking for an experienced, sports-driven Pub Partner who thrives in high-energy, wet-led environments and knows how to create standout guest experiences week in, week out. Previous food experience is essential, with experience operating branded food offers a strong advantage. You’ll be commercially focused, confident leading large teams, and passionate about using sport, atmosphere and great hospitality to drive results and make your pub the place everyone wants to be.

We have included photos of the pub in its current form, as well as photos of our recently converted Grandstand pubs for reference.

What’s in it for you?

• 22% share of weekly sales (excluding VAT) plus a guaranteed annual retained sum of £25K (released weekly)
  
• Low ingoing costs, deposits starting from £5,000 and £360 legal cost. (*deposits can vary dependant on business – ask us for more details*)
  
• Accommodation included with most bills covered, except the council tax & TV License (*a fee may be payable for some services such as garden maintenance)

**This estimate is provided as a guide to the potential operator profit expected for this pub and is based on projected trading assumptions. It is not guaranteed, and actual profit may vary depending on business performance, additional operating costs and the final business plan. Full financial information will be shared as part of the business plan application process, in line with the Pubs Code, so applicants can make an informed decision before entering into any agreement.

As part of our application process, we may use Lily, an AI-powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know – all hiring decisions are still made by our people.

Please note: Photos featured in our Grandstand advertisements may include images of previous Grandstand investments across the estate to illustrate the look and feel of a typical Grandstand conversion. Images used may not reflect the current setup of the specific site being advertised.
All proposed investment is subject to final approval and formal sign‑off in accordance with company governance and capital expenditure approval processes.