The White Hart, 3 Market Place, Hingham, Norwich, NR9 4AF
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Pub for sale
Key features
- Pub with 5 boutique bedrooms
- Character Grade II Listed property
- T/O y/e Aug 2024 £1.32m. ANP £286,000
- 120 covers. Covered garden
- Development opportunity (STPP)
- Historic market town location. Energy rating: D
- Christie & Co Ref: 1456971
Description
The White Hart is a beautifully presented traditional public house, with elements of the building dating back to the 15th Century. Carefully restored and sympathetically modernised, the property offers both period charm and contemporary comfort.
The property is Grade II Listed and located within a designated conservation area.
The ground floor features a spacious bar and restaurant area, a separate gallery dining room, and a welcoming residents lounge.
Upstairs, the first floor provides additional restaurant seating, including a generously sized private dining room adjoining the main space— both ideal for functions or exclusive events.
The five ensuite bedrooms are also located on the first floor.
To the rear, a large covered garden offers a versatile and inviting space for outdoor dining throughout the year.
Two substantial barns, currently used for storage, present exciting potential for conversion into guest accommodation or additional facilities, subject to the necessary planning permissions.
Also located at the rear of the property is a self-contained unit currently used for staff accommodation, providing valuable on-site housing.
The White Hart benefits from free on-street parking directly in front of the property, ensuring easy and convenient access for guests and visitors alike.
Hingham is a historic market town located in Mid Norfolk, approximately 14 miles west of Norwich. Known for its architecture and traditional market square, the town offers a range of local amenities including independent shops, pubs, a post office, and a primary school. The surrounding area is predominantly rural, providing a peaceful setting with good transport links to nearby towns and the city. Hingham features a variety of property types, from period cottages and Georgian townhouses to modern family homes, making it a popular choice for both residential buyers and investors.
Hingham is well-connected despite its rural charm. It is situated approximately 16 miles southwest of Norwich, providing convenient access to the city’s amenities and transport links. The town lies within easy reach of two major A-roads:
A11: Around 7 miles away, offering direct routes to Norwich, Thetford, and Cambridge.
A47: Approximately 10 miles away, connecting to Dereham, Great Yarmouth, and Peterborough.
Nearby towns include Attleborough (5.5 miles), Watton (7 miles), and Dereham (8.8 miles), all of which offer additional services, schools, and rail connections. The closest mainline railway stations are in Wymondham and Attleborough, providing links to Norwich, Cambridge, and London.
Ground Floor: Gallery. Bar. Restaurant. Residents lounge and customer toilets. Commercial kitchen. Fully fitted. Access to garden and barns to rear.
Other FloorsFirst floor: Additional restaurant seating. Private room. Letting rooms.
Fixtures & FittingsWe are advised that all trade fixtures and fittings are owned outright and will be included (inventory provided once deal is agreed).
Letting AccommodationPositioned on the first floor, each of the five individually designed double bedrooms have been appointed to an exemplary standard and benefit from private ensuite bathrooms in each.
External DetailsAll weather covered garden with 60 seat capacity to the rear of the property.
The OpportunityThe White Hart presents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully refurbished Grade II Listed pub and restaurant, complete with five luxury boutique bedrooms. Operated by the current owners since 2015, the property has been transformed into a high-quality, professionally run business. A large rear barn offers potential for further development (subject to planning permission), allowing for increased accommodation and revenue. Ideal for seasoned operators or hospitality groups seeking to expand their portfolio with a turnkey, character-rich establishment.
The business benefits from a complement of staff who are subject to TUPE and will transfer with the business.
Trading InformationAdjusted net profit c. £286,000 YE Aug 2024. Accounts available once a formal viewing has taken place.
Trading HoursThe White Hart operates a full food and beverage service daily, open seven days a week.
TenureFreehold to be sold as a trading going concern.
Business RatesThe current rateable value effective from 1 April 2023 is £47,000.
RegulatoryThe property has a valid premises licence.
Brochures
The White Hart, 3 Market Place, Hingham, Norwich, NR9 4AF
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Attleborough Station4.8 miles
- Spooner Row Station5.3 miles
Notes
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