Tavern, Great Harwood - Blackburn
Tavern, Great Harwood - Blackburn
RUN THE TAVERN, GREAT HARWOOD
Your Local Partner Opportunity
Overview:
The Tavern is a well-established community pub located on busy Church Street in the heart of Great Harwood. Benefiting from excellent town centre visibility, strong local support and regular passing trade, this traditional wet-led pub is a popular destination for residents and visitors alike. With average weekly sales of around £6,000, The Tavern offers an exciting pub partner opportunity with solid foundations and excellent potential for future growth.
The business:
Situated in a prime town centre location, The Tavern enjoys consistent footfall from shoppers, local residents and weekend circuit drinkers. The pub features a spacious open-plan layout with a central bar serving four distinct trading areas, creating a flexible and easy-to-manage operation. A rear beer garden provides additional trading space during warmer months, helping to maximise seasonal sales. Currently operating as a 100% wet-led business, the pub has built a strong reputation for its drinks offer, welcoming atmosphere and loyal customer base.
The opportunity:
There is significant scope to grow The Tavern by enhancing its position as a leading community pub in Great Harwood. Expanding the entertainment programme with live music, quiz nights, themed events and sports-focused activities could drive additional footfall and increase customer loyalty. The onsite kitchen also provides an opportunity to introduce a simple food menu that complements the existing drinks-led offer. With strong local marketing, community engagement and a consistent customer experience, there is real potential to further increase sales and strengthen the pub's role at the heart of the town.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re seeking an experienced and community-minded pub operator who understands what makes a successful local pub. The ideal partner will be hands-on, visible within the business and passionate about creating a welcoming environment for customers old and new. Experience driving sports trade, entertainment and customer engagement would be beneficial, along with the energy and commitment needed to build on The Tavern’s existing success and reputation within Great Harwood.
What’s in it for you?
You’ll receive a 20% share of weekly wet sales, excluding VAT, and keep 100% of food sales. Low ingoing costs start with a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost, with deposits varying by business. Accommodation is included, with most bills covered apart from Council Tax and TV Licence.
Ready to take the next step?
Run The Tavern and take on a thriving community pub in the centre of Great Harwood. With a strong wet-led business, loyal customer base, town centre location and opportunities to grow sales through sport, entertainment and food, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious operator to build a successful local business. If you're ready to bring fresh ideas, energy and community spirit to a well-known local pub, we'd love to hear from you.