Now is the ideal time to take over and run the Black Lion, as we have plans for a £400k transformation  external investment in Autumn 2026, ensuring a modern, inviting space that meets the highest standards.

The pub and location

The Black Lion is situated in the middle of Surbiton high street which is a 5 minute walk to Surbiton station and and 20 minutes by train into Waterloo.

Our vision for the Black Lion is to be the best local pub offering the best pint and great value pub food where friends & families gather, new friendships are made and experiences shared. A true community pub at the centre of all that goes on in the area. You will show SKY & TNT Sports throughout the week, run quizzes and entertainment with teams for both pool and darts. You will, in effect, have something for all ages and tastes with a focus on community and charity events.

The Black Lion is a single bar operation which services three separate areas. The main area is a spacious area off which there is a raised section most suited to dining and from the other side a lounge bar. To the rear there is a small garden with a covered section and a number of screens. It also has a small catering kitchen

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience managing a busy food pub or hospitality venue.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• A passion for great food, drink, and customer service.
• Commercially astute with experience in stock control, budgeting, and driving sales.
• Community-minded with a hands-on, can-do attitude.
• Personal Licence Holder

Private Accommodation

The living accommodation consists of  bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and bathroom

The Partnership

The Punch Management Partnership offers a unique opportunity to run your own pub business, with affordable in-goings and the freedom to lead your own team, manage your business within a framework and support from Punch in a proven partnership model.

You’ll receive an uncapped share of top‑line turnover, giving you the flexibility to pay yourself and your team in a way that works for your business. Your own Ltd Company will provide the day‑to‑day management of the pub, retain full ownership of team and operational decisions, whilst managing associated costs such as wages and minor repairs. Alongside this, you’ll benefit from extensive operational support, including marketing and recruitment within a framework designed to help your business thrive.

At Punch, we partner with passionate, pub‑obsessed entrepreneurs who want to create something special. Working closely with a dedicated Operations Manager, you’ll develop a clear vision for your pub, deliver exceptional standards and create a pub legacy that stands the test of time.

Whether you’ve been a general manager or run your own business there are many great reasons to run a pub with Punch.

Chat to a recruitment advisor now about this pub business opportunity.