Rats Castle St Albans (Renamed The Old Toll House)
246 Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4UNAgreement Type:
Just Add Talent
Gaddesden Row, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 6HH Pub Code: 2303004101
Pub Code: 2303004101
Investment TenancyEst Min Ingoing Costs: £194,078
Annual Rent: £66,310
Nestled in the peaceful countryside just outside Hemel Hempstead, this pub offers a rare opportunity to attract a wide range of customers - from local families and countryside walkers to office workers and couples seeking a relaxing spot. The area combines the charm of rural life with easy access to a nearby town, and with over 230,000 adults within a 20- minute drive, there's significant potential to build a loyal following without facing immediate competition.
We’re making a substantial investment to transform both the inside and outside of the pub, bringing in a fresh design, new signage, and a warm, inviting ambiance. The revamped food and drink offerings will feature a full pub menu, a complete drinks range with alcohol-free options, and a dedicated coffee selection. With the added appeal of quiz nights, tastings, and special food events, this pub is primed to become a year-round destination for locals and visitors alike
The offer
Drinks
The pub will offer a wide range of drinks, including lagers, cask ale, ciders, spirits, wines, some cocktails along with a great range of soft drinks and low & no options. This variety ensures the pub appeals to a broad range of consumers.
Food:
A straightforward pub menu with plenty of crowd-pleasing pub classics.
Coffee:
A straight-forward coffee offer will help widen the appeal of the pub towards those looking for something other than a cold drink.
Events:
The pub will offer a range of events such as gin and wine tasting. These events will create a vibrant atmosphere and will drive a healthy rhythm of the week
The Old Chequers is available on our Investment agreement. Click here for more information on this agreement.
We’re always open to new ideas, what would you do to drive trade?
If you’ve benefited from running or owning a pub business, we’d love to hear what experience you can bring.
The right operator for the Old Chequers will have extensive experience in community led hospitality businesses. They will have a clear vision for their food & drinks menu, marketing strategy and entertainment offer and can create a memorable experience for their customers.
If this sounds like the incredible pub opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply today and tell us what you can bring to this pubs next chapter…
The Old Chequers will be undergoing a refurbishment which will cover the interior and the exterior of the pub.
A full list of works and pub floor plan can be found in the ‘refurbishment details’ in the downloads.
The pubs trading area and facilities post refurbishment will be:
Applicants should be aware that all refurbishments are subject to final board approval which will be determined as part of the leasing process.
Where a significant investment is made in a pub by Star Pubs & Bars, an "Investment Exemption" will be required. The exemption means that the option of a Market Rent Option lease won't be available at rent review for a period of up to seven years for this site, as per The Pub Code (2016).
Estimated Total Ingoing Costs
£194,078
Estimated Minimum Ingoing Costs
£194,078
Gaddesden Row, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 6HH
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Agreement Type:
Just Add Talent
Agreement Type:
Foundation Tenancy
Agreement Type:
Foundation Tenancy
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08085 94 95 96
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