Run an Admiral Pub, Coach & Horses, Norwich

The Coach and Horses is a beloved, community-focused pub nestled within a residential estate just outside Norwich’s vibrant town centre. Serving a diverse and loyal local crowd—including residents from nearby high-rise flats and social housing—the pub is known for its warm, down-to-earth atmosphere and commitment to offering quality experiences at accessible prices.

Pub Layout: Upon entering, guests are greeted by a spacious, single long bar—soon to be enhanced with a sleek new back bar and modern bottle fridges, elevating both style and service. To the left, a lively pool area provides a fun and energetic vibe, while to the right, a dedicated darts area leads into additional comfortable seating, ensuring there’s a perfect spot for everyone. No matter where you are, sports fans can enjoy prime views of the action on strategically placed screens throughout the pub. Outside, the front of the venue features welcoming customer seating alongside convenient parking, making it easy for guests to enjoy their visit. To the right, a charming, enclosed leafy courtyard will soon be partially laid with astro turf, creating a relaxed, inviting space to unwind with friends. There’s also a small, currently unused trade kitchen with fantastic potential. With the right investment in modern equipment, this space could easily be transformed to offer a simple food menu, further enhancing the pub’s appeal and offering an additional revenue stream.

Trading Style: This vibrant, community-focused pub currently operates as a wet-led venue, but presents a clear and exciting opportunity for growth through the introduction of a simple, high-impact food offering—such as pies, pizzas, and loaded fries. With Sky and TNT Sports already drawing in crowds, live sports remain a central attraction. The pub is well positioned to thrive on competitive everyday drinks pricing, supported by smart, targeted promotions designed to boost footfall and attract both new and returning customers. There’s also significant scope to strengthen community engagement by developing multiple darts and pool teams, building on an already solid foundation of gaming income.

Accommodation: The private accommodation is substantially sized with four double bedrooms, kitchen, lounge and bathroom. It has been recently re-carpeted and decorated so is in great condition for the new licensee(s) to move in.

Financial: Annual Rent: £24,000; Security Deposit: £6,000; Working Capital: £2,500; Stock: £5,000; Fixtures and Fittings: To be confirmed upon valuation – funding options may be available for the right licensee. Business Rates: £Nil.

BDM Vision: With the right licensee, we plan to fully refurbish both the interior and exterior of the Coach and Horses, re-launching it with a fresh new look and feel that resonates with the local community. This charming pub has fantastic potential for a community focused operator ideally someone with experience running a similar, welcoming venue. The low operating costs, thanks to a very low rateable value, make this a commercially attractive opportunity. Excellent deals on Sky and TNT further enhance its appeal, helping to support a strong and profitable business model.

Additional Information: Annual Rent – This is our lowest rent figure associated with a Full Tie. Security Deposit – This sum of money will be held on your account and will be returned to you on exiting of the pub based on your final account balance and the condition of the property. Working Capital – This is a recommend amount required which will be used in the day-to-day running of the business. Stock – This will be valued by an independent valuer on the day you take over the pub. Fixtures & Fittings – This includes any item that is bolted to the floor or walls, and a fitting to be any item that is free standing or hung by a nail or hook. Training – £350.00 – Before signing a long term agreement, you will be required to attend our 7 Steps to Sales Success training programme. Service Charge Cost – £63.33 per week – The Admiral Taverns Premium Maintenance Package will help take care of your compliance and statutory obligations with one simple fee.