Run the Bonny Boat with Marston's in Hull

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Bonny Boat
Hull
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Overview

If you are interested in running your own pub business, the Bonny Boat in Hull is available now.

The Bonny Boat is a well-known city centre pub situated in the Old Town of Hull. It's main period of trade over the week is on a Friday and Saturday night when it is a very popular venue playing music from behind the bar from the great 60's through to late 80's music. The trading area is compact but this adds to the charm and character of this historic Hull pub and is a real "go-to" venue for locals and music lovers. The size means it is very much a vertical drinking outlet which requires doormen to be in operation on a Friday and Saturday evening.

- The Bonny Boat averages £5,000 in wet only sales and could do much more
- It's a popular venue for locals, tourists and music fans
- Opportunity to get more reasons to visit at the quieter times to maximise sales 
 
Who are we looking for?
 
The next partner at the Boat needs to be an experienced operator who is in tune with what the pub is currently trading as and to then retain that strength and add to other trading times during the weekdays/nights.
 
If this is not the pub for you do you know someone who is? If so, let us know using our Refer a Friend scheme and if successful in being placed in the pub we will give you a £1,000! (Terms & conditions apply) 

The Opportunity

What’s in it for you?

  • 20% share of weekly wet sales, excluding VAT.
  • Low ingoing costs, starting with just a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost. See ‘Things to consider’ for more information.
  • Accommodation included with most bills covered, except the council tax & TV License.
  • All of your wet stock, and all associated consumables are supplied by Marston’s, although you will be responsible for managing it once it has been delivered.
  • Comprehensive induction training and ongoing support and training.
  • A dedicated Area Manager supporting you to help you grow the business.
  • Access to our 450 strong-support teams whenever you need them – including Marketing, Recruitment best practice and Food and Drink specialists.
  • All our Pub Partners get access to our FREE Learning, Development and Training platform Campus (a package worth over £300!).

What’s expected from you:

Our pubs are the heart of the community, bringing communities together by serving great drinks and fantastic events. It’s a proven business-model, perfect for either someone looking to take on a pub for their first time or more experienced operators to drive sales, standards and guest experience.

In addition to the £5k security deposit required for this agreement, you will need to cover legal costs (£360), and your own insurance (except building insurance, which we’ll cover). Also, you’ll want to start thinking about your team; taking care of paying them and all other employment matters.

Before we all sign the agreement and see you heading into a whole new life, you’ll just need to show us proof that you’ve had independent financial advice from an accountant and solicitor and have completed a sustainable business plan, in accordance with the Pubs Code. And, of course, obtain your personal licence (which we can help with) and complete your induction training.

It’s a five-year commitment, so you have loads of time to build the business 
and get it performing brilliantly!