The St, Roxwell

Chelmsford, CM1

Following the retirement of the previous operators after 24 years, a community buy-out and a six-month refurbishment programme, the Roxwell Chequers Community Benefit Society (RCCBS) is seeking the right tenant to re-establish The Chequers as the thriving pub at the heart of our community.

LOCATION
The Chequers is a traditional country pub located in the centre of Roxwell, four miles from Chelmsford City Centre. It is a Grade II listed building in a beautiful location a stone's throw from the village pond, church and school. It is the only traditional pub serving a wide catchment in an affluent part of the Essex countryside.

DESCRIPTION
The pub offers two main bar areas, each with their own fireplace, together with a range of other well-connected and characterful spaces and snugs extending off to the rear. It can accommodate approximately 50 seated covers alongside space dedicated to drinking and socialising. It will benefit from a newly installed commercial kitchen perfect for preparing high-quality, affordable, traditional pub food.

Outside trading areas include an attractive beer garden to the rear and a courtyard at the front overlooking the village conservation area. Full disabled access and toilet facilities are provided, alongside newly installed heating and electrical systems. The private accommodation consists of a refurbished two-bedroom flat with a spacious lounge at first floor level.

Practical completion of the refurbishment is estimated to be late October/early November 2024

ACCOMMODATION (Areas are approximate)
Ground Floor Pub - 1,465 SQ.FT
First Floor Flat - 703 SQ.FT
Total - 2,168 SQ.FT

TERMS
Available on a New Lease with terms to be agreed.

RCCBS is seeking a tenant with strong business acumen and a proven track record that can engage effectively with locals and harness the groundswell of support shown for the pub through the community buy-out. We expect the tenant to offer traditional country pub services, including real ales, good food and special events through the year that will drive interest and custom. The Chequers must be welcoming of all, including families and dogs, and resume its rightful place as the hub of our community

BUSINESS RATES
The Premises has a Rateable Value of £5000. It is our understanding that the 2 bedroom first floor flat has a separate council tax payable. Interested parties are advised to contact Chelmsford Council for further information.

LEGAL COSTS
Each party is to bear their own.

VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT
VIA SOLE LETTING AGENTS:

Northwood Chelmsford
Zaman Sheikh LLB (Hons) MSc AssocRICS VRS
zamansheikh@northwooduk.com
EPC rating: E. Council tax band: X,