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Doctors Orders Sheffield
Doctors Orders Sheffield
412, Glossop Road, Sheffield, S10 2JD Pub Code: 0020342101
Pub Code: 0020342101
Investment TenancyEst. Annual Turnover: £390,000
Annual Rent: £20,000
Pub Overview
A £200,000 refurbishment is planned to transform Doctors Orders into a vibrant, welcoming community pub with a strong cask ale focus. Please note that details of this opportunity are indicative at this stage and may be subject to change. What would you do with this pub to make it a success?
About the area
Located in a busy Sheffield suburb, Doctors Orders sits in a highly prominent position close to a university, hospital, and a well-used transit route - creating consistent footfall throughout the day. With 57,170 adults living within a 20-minute walk, the pub benefits from a large and diverse local audience including students, healthcare professionals, teachers, and local residents.
The area already supports a number of pubs, but this refurbishment presents a clear opportunity to reposition Doctors Orders as a standout, more modern and homely venue. Currently very worn with limited trade, the investment will breathe life back into the site, allowing it to appeal to a broader mix of customers including younger professionals, After-Work Socialisers, and those attending local events.
The offer
Doctors Orders is available on our investment tenancy agreement. Click here for more information on this agreement. Please refer to the 'Refurbishment Details' section for details of the investment being made.
Who we're looking for
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 Doctors Orders will have extensive experience in wet-led, community-focused pubs. They will have a clear vision for delivering a high-quality cask ale offer, creating engaging entertainment and events, and building a strong local following across students, professionals, and regulars, 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 pub’s next chapter…
Trading Area & Facilities
The refurbishment will cover both the interior and exterior of the pub. A full list of works can be found in the Downloads section. The pub's trading area and facilities post refurbishment will be:
- Main trading area with bar
- Snug area
- Separate games/sports zone
- Around 90 internal covers
- Around 30 external covers
- Small patio garden
- HEINEKEN SmartDispense system
- Private accommodation with 2 bedrooms, kitchen and living room (included in refurbishment)
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, 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).
Private Accommodation
Private accommodation consists of two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen and bathroom.
With our 5 Star Promise, the rent at the start of your agreement is fixed until the end of its initial term.
Indicative entry costs range from**:
£16,000 - £41,000
Annual
Estimated Annual Turnover
£390,000
Annual Rent
£20,000
Entry Costs
Deposit
£5,000
Estimated Fixtures & Fittings Value
**Rented fixtures & fittings deal available
**Rented fixtures & fittings deal available
£25,000**
Stock Valuation
£7,500
Working Capital Required
£3,500
The above figures are provided as a guide only and will be finalised as part of the commercial agreement. All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT.
Estimated Working Capital is an estimate of key start-up costs such as professional fees, training fee, premises license fee, F&F valuation fee & till floats. There will be additional ongoing charges payable during the term of the agreement such as property maintenance, repairs fund, SmartDispense. These costs will be outlined prior to completing a business plan and finalised at Heads of Terms.
The calculation of the Estimated Minimum Ingoing Costs assumes a minimum deposit of 1 month's rent and that fixtures and fittings (F&F) are rented. The subsequent deposit build up and F&F rental costs should be included in your financial assumptions in your business plan. Note that on FRI and Investment Tenancy Agreements deposits will always be 3 month's rent in advance and fixtures and fittings (F&F) must always be purchased. A deposit of 6 month's rent will be required for operators trading under a Limited Company with no Guarantors. In order to ensure a successful start-up, all applicants must have a minimum £10,000 un-borrowed funds.
Estimated Working Capital is an estimate of key start-up costs such as professional fees, training fee, premises license fee, F&F valuation fee & till floats. There will be additional ongoing charges payable during the term of the agreement such as property maintenance, repairs fund, SmartDispense. These costs will be outlined prior to completing a business plan and finalised at Heads of Terms.
The calculation of the Estimated Minimum Ingoing Costs assumes a minimum deposit of 1 month's rent and that fixtures and fittings (F&F) are rented. The subsequent deposit build up and F&F rental costs should be included in your financial assumptions in your business plan. Note that on FRI and Investment Tenancy Agreements deposits will always be 3 month's rent in advance and fixtures and fittings (F&F) must always be purchased. A deposit of 6 month's rent will be required for operators trading under a Limited Company with no Guarantors. In order to ensure a successful start-up, all applicants must have a minimum £10,000 un-borrowed funds.
What we're planning & why
Refurbishment details
A full internal and external refurbishment, with an investment of around £200,000, will completely transform Doctors Orders from a tired and worn site into a fresh, inviting, and modern community pub. The works will enhance both the trading areas and the outdoor space, creating a much stronger overall customer experience.
Unlike standard terms for Investment Tenancies, we're offering the option to rent the Fixtures & Fittings for this pub. Ask us for more information!
What's happening?
This is a complete transformation designed to bring the pub back to life. Internally, the décor will be refreshed to create a more comfortable and homely environment, while better use of space will support a more engaging and flexible trading layout. A dedicated games and entertainment zone will help drive dwell time and repeat visits.
Externally, the pub garden will be revamped to improve its appeal and maximise seasonal trade, alongside new signage to strengthen kerb appeal and visibility.
The improved environment will support a strong wet-led offer, with a particular focus on a high-quality cask ale range - tapping into Sheffield’s well-established cask ale scene. There is also clear opportunity to build a regular rhythm of events and entertainment to attract both local residents and the nearby student population.
Why invest?
This investment will reposition Doctors Orders as a competitive, modern pub capable of attracting a broader and more engaged customer base. By significantly improving the look, feel, and functionality of the site, the refurbishment is expected to increase turnover significantly, unlocking its full potential in a high-footfall location.
To explore some of our recent successful pub investment projects, please see our Investment Showcase page.
Personal Recommendation
"Doctors Orders has the potential to become a standout community pub again - great location, strong local demand, and a real opportunity to connect with students, professionals, and cask ale enthusiasts. We need the right operator to bring it back to life and make it a true local favourite."
— Leonard Jackson, Investment Manager
Location:
412, Glossop Road, Sheffield, S10 2JD
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