Run a pub with Marston's in Barry

Pub:
Master Mariner
Barry
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Overview

If you are interested in running your own pub business, the Master Mariner in Barry is available now.

The Master Mariner is situated in Gibbonsdown in Barry and is at the heart of the local community.

The Master Mariner is taking on average £6.5k per week in wet sales and now has the opportunity to run your own food menu taking 100% of the sales. The Master Mariner is a two-room operation for dining, drinking and team sports. It has a skittle alley that can be captalized on moving forward and the enclosed balcony at the pub offers some of the best views in Barry, overlooking the channel. The Master Mariner attracts a variety of customers from locals, special occasions, families, weekend revellers and sports teams alike.


This pub is perfect for an operator who is looking for their next big adventure, ideally the candidate will have experience of running a very busy community lead business and continue to keep the Master Mariner at the heart of the community through charity events and local events for everyone to join.

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.
  • Keep 100% of the food sales.
  • Low ingoing costs, starting with just a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost. (*deposits can vary dependant on business – ask us for more details*)
  • 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!

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