The Buck Inn

Description

The property is of traditional stone construction beneath a pitched roof and comprises a refurbished and highly attractive destination village inn. The business has benefitted from a substantial capital investment in recent years to the trade areas, beer garden and letting bedrooms, resulting in a efficiently arranged property.

Location

The Buck Inn is located in the village of Thornton Watlass, near Ripon in North Yorkshire. The inn benefits from a rural village setting attracting locals and visitors exploring the Yorkshire Dales and nearby market towns. The property benefits from good access to surrounding population centres, with Bedale located approximately 3 miles to the north-east, Ripon around 12 miles to the south‑east, and Masham c.4 miles to the south, all within easy reach. The A1 (M) is located a short drive away, providing strong regional connectivity for guests. The village is also served by local bus routes, with rail links available from Northallerton and Thirsk stations.

Internal Details

The main entrance leads into the bar and lounge area with a mix of fixed and loose seating arranged around a feature fireplace. A separate 30 cover dining area provides additional seating for restaurant trade. A large function room with a maximum capacity of around 80 people is located within the property and benefits from its own bar servery and raised stage area, making it well-suited for events, community groups and private hire. The function room can operate independently from the main trade areas if required. The catering kitchen is situated on the ground floor and has been recently extended and refurbished, now fully fitted with modern commercial equipment to support a full food-led operation. Customer WCs are also found on the ground floor.

Fixtures & Fittings

We are advised that the majority of fixtures and fittings are owned outright and will be included in the sale, subject to an inventory.

Letting Accommodation

The first floor offers four ensuite letting rooms, each presented to a high standard. The ground floor room can be set up as a Family Room. There is also a lounge which is for the use of all Guest Rooms.

External Details

The property benefits from a large beer garden, featuring a children's play area, quoits pitch and central weeping willow tree, creating a popular outdoor trading space during warmer months. There is customer parking to the rear of the property. The pub also benefits from being opposite the village cricket pitch during the summer season.

Owners Accommodation

Two bedroom owners flat with lounge area and storage.

The Opportunity

Having been under the same ownership for 12 years, The Buck Inn offers a new owner the chance to acquire a multi income stream village inn offering food, drink, accommodation and functions. There remains scope for an operator to further develop the existing trade across these areas. The business is well positioned for an owner-operator seeking a village inn in a desirable North Yorkshire location.

Staff

A full staff inventory can be provided to interested parties.

Trading Information

Annual Turnover YE24/25: £351,913 Annual Turnover YE23/24: £288,702

Trading Hours

The business currently trades Monday to Saturday from 12:00 to 23:00 and Sundays from 12:00 to 22:30.

Business Rates

The Rateable Value is £15,000 with effect from 1 April 2026. Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the Local Authority.

Regulatory

24 Hour Premises License