Royal Oak Whitehill (Dovecote Inn)

Refurbishment & Name Change Planned

The Dovecote Inn (previously known as the Royal Oak) will receive a full internal and external redecoration, creating a great pub with great food. The bar area will undergo an overhaul, with new a spectacular new backfitting. The timber floors will be cleaned and waxed, and stone floors will receive a deep clean. There will be new lighting and fittings to complement the bric-a-brac. The toilets be refurbished and upgraded. The kitchen will also receive a refurbishment and new kitchen equipment (subject to surveys). The cellar will undergo decorations throughout and allow for new Smart Dispense.

In addition, a fantastic external redecoration will enhance the pub’s kerb appeal with new signage and lighting.

Beautiful location

The Dovecote Inn is located in Whitehill Bordon, near the South Downs. Bordon is a town in the East Hampshire district of Hampshire, England. It lies in the interior of the royal Woolmer Forest, about 5.4 miles southeast of Alton. There are c. 2,000 adults within a 20minute walk of the pub, and the pub over indexes in high affluence. The Dovecote Inn is the only pub within a 10min walk time with only one other competitor within a 20min walk time. There is an upcoming housing development in the local area which the pub will also benefit from.

Fantastic potential

The Dovecote Inn will become a staple for local families for a mid-week treat as well as a destination venue on weekends, due to its well-renowned food offer and welcoming environment.   The pub will have the ability to appeal to the local demographic, with a welcoming modernised pub, that retains the traditional country feel. There is also a big opportunity to drive good quality food with investment in trade kitchen.

Target customers:

When refurbished, the Dovecote Inn will appeal to a very broad spectrum of customers, including:

A broad range of customers, from families with children to couples enjoying a mid-week treat

Singles coming for a drink and meal after work

Offer:

When refurbished, the Dovecote Inn will offer:

Premium drinks range, from Amstel to craft beer offering such as Beavertown and Brixton

Traditional pub food at a high standard

Coffee and Wi-Fi

Potential for tasting events & wine pairings as well as traditional pub quiz

Operator: 

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 Dovecote will have extensive experience in hospitality businesses. They will have a clear vision for their menu, calendar of events, and marketing strategy. They will be passionate about creating 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…

• Catering Kitchen

• Refurbishment Planned

• Car Park

• Outdoor Trade

• Private Accommodation

Trading Area & Facilities

Private Accommodation