Oddfellows Arms, Keswick - Keswick

Oddfellows Arms, Keswick - Keswick

RUN THE ODDFELLOWS ARMS, KESWICK

Community Food Partner Opportunity

Overview: The Oddfellows Arms is a well-loved community pub in the heart of Keswick, set against the stunning backdrop of the Lake District and available on a new and improved agreement. Popular with tourists and loyal locals, it currently averages £12,000 per week, with strong wet-led trade and clear potential to grow food sales further.

The business: Set in one of the Lake District’s busiest tourist destinations, The Oddfellows Arms benefits from strong year-round footfall from walkers, holidaymakers, local residents and visitors exploring Keswick’s lakes, mountains and walking routes. The pub is known for its lively weekend entertainment, spacious beer garden, welcoming atmosphere and carefully selected Marston’s-branded food offer. Sales currently average £12,000 per week, with 80% from wet trade and 20% from food, giving the pub a solid trading base and a loyal, diverse customer mix.

The opportunity: There is a significant opportunity to grow The Oddfellows Arms by developing the food offer, improving consistency and making the most of Keswick’s busy seasonal and tourist trade. With food currently accounting for 20% of total sales, the right operator can use creativity, local marketing, strong standards and community engagement to turn food into a bigger revenue driver while building on the pub’s already strong wet-led performance.

Who we’re looking for: We’re looking for an experienced pub partner with a background in high-street, community or seasonal trading environments. The right person will be confident recruiting, training and leading a team through peak periods, while maintaining high standards throughout the year. Adaptability, community focus and the ability to manage the demands of a busy Lake District pub will be key to building on the pub’s success.

What’s in it for you? You’ll receive a 26% share of weekly sales, excluding VAT, plus a guaranteed annual retained sum of £35,000 released weekly. Low ingoing costs start with a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost, with deposits varying by business. Private accommodation is included, with most bills covered apart from council tax and TV Licence.

Ready to take the next step? Run The Oddfellows Arms and build a new life in the Lakes at the heart of Keswick. This is a standout pub partner opportunity for an ambitious operator to grow sales, develop the food offer and make their mark in one of the UK’s most beautiful tourist locations. If this specific opportunity isn’t quite right but you’re still dreaming of a life in the Lakes, we’d still love to connect and have a chat.