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Gladstone Arms

Gladstone Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 3BW

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  • Gladstone Arms
  • Bar area, Gladstone Arms
  • Seating, Gladstone Arms
  • Seating and tables, Gladstone Arms
  • Beer garden, Gladstone Arms
  • Ingoing Cost:£5,000
  • Annual Rent:£44,000
  • Agreement: TAW / Tenancy

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Dining Facilities
  • Cask Ale
  • External Drinking Area
  • Catering Kitchen
  • Beer Garden
  • Function Room
Property Details

The Gladstone Arms is situated in the heart of the bustling market town of Chippenham and occupies a prominent position close to the town centre. Chippenham benefits from strong local footfall, a growing residential population, and good transport links, making this an attractive opportunity for an experienced operator.

The pub is a well-presented, detached public house offering a flexible trading layout. Internally, the pub comprises a dedicated bar area with approximately 30 covers and a separate restaurant area with seating for around 50 covers. Both areas were refurbished in 2025 and are presented to a high standard. The restaurant space is well-suited to functions, celebrations, wakes, and private hire. The restaurant benefits from direct access to the large, enclosed beer garden, a real asset during the summer months and capable of comfortably accommodating over 100 customers. The fully equipped catering kitchen supports a strong food-led offer and provides scope for further development, including functions and private events.

Key Features

  • Detached public house
  • Parking for 5 cars to the front
  • Large enclosed beer garden (100+ covers)
  • Separate bar and restaurant areas
  • Fully equipped catering kitchen
  • Function/events capability
  • Cask ale operation
  • Recently refurbished (2025)
  • Part-tied tenancy (free of tie wines, spirits and non-postmix minerals)

The beer garden is a proven draw in good weather and offers significant potential for events, promotions, and seasonal trading.

The private accommodation consists of two bedrooms, a lounge/diner, a kitchen and a bathroom.

The Gladstone Arms currently operates with a quality food-led offer, with wet sales driven primarily by dining customers. There is clear scope to further develop the bar trade by creating a more drinker-focused offer alongside the existing food business.

A structured “Rhythm of the Week” and extended opening hours would help drive weekday trade and maximise revenue. Experience of cask ale is desirable, and a Personal Licence is essential.

This opportunity would ideally suit an experienced, hands-on couple looking to build on an established food business while growing wet sales. Applicants should demonstrate:

  • Strong operational experience
  • Proven customer service skills
  • Confidence in marketing and social media to enhance the pub’s online presence
  • Creativity and drive to broaden the trading mix

The stated ingoing figures are correct at point of advertising. Please be aware there may be additional costs.

Please note that the Energy Performance Certificate is available from the landlord.

  • Tenure: TMA leading to a 5-year substantive agreement
  • Agreement Type: Part-Tied Tenancy (free of tie wines, spirits, and non-postmix minerals)
  • Rent: £44,200 per annum
  • Ingoing Costs: £5,000 deposit plus working capital
  • Inventory: To be purchased on flexible terms upon signing the substantive agreement

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