Could you run this Dorchester pub?
Hardys is calling for a dynamic new operator to take the reins and elevate it to the next level. With a strong reputation for live sport, buzzing entertainment, and unbeatable value, Hardys is the perfect platform for someone with vision, energy, and a passion for hospitality.
Hardy’s will undergo a full refurbishment to include external upgrade and new signage, full internal redecoration and fantastic AV to help with providing the very best sports coverage and music-led events.
The pub will have a great drinks range that will be priced below our local competitors and run a daily program of pub-activity including live music, karaoke, quiz and bingo.
Pub and location
Hardys is a well-known pub on Trinity Street in the lively town centre of Dorchester. It’s filled with tradition and community spirit, making it a favourite spot for locals and visitors. With a prime location and a rich history, this is a fantastic chance for an experienced publican to breathe new life into this iconic venue.
Dorchester, with over 21,000 residents, sees plenty of foot traffic, ensuring a steady flow of customers. The pub is only a 10-minute walk from both Dorchester South and Dorchester West railway stations, making it accessible for everyone.
The pub has a spacious, open layout that welcomes just about anyone. You can create a welcoming environment to attract a loyal community crowd. You will harness the potential for hosting live music, sports events, and other entertainment to draw in diverse clientele.
The flexibility of the space means you can quickly adapt to various events, whether it’s live music, sports, or community activities. Plus, there’s a cosy courtyard at the back, ideal for guests to enjoy the outdoors.
Ideal Operator
This opportunity is perfect for an experienced operator who thrives in a community-focused environment. You’ll be passionate about creating a welcoming space for locals, delivering a high-quality sports experience, and maintaining the pub’s much-loved offer of live entertainment and traditional games. Building strong relationships with regulars, charities, local businesses and sports teams is essential. You’ll also be confident using social media and digital platforms to promote pub activities, events, and offer helping to drive footfall and build engagement with the wider community online.
Our Unity Social Area Managers will support you in building on the current daytime trade and boosting evening volumes through a strong line-up of pub activities and investment into live music and sports events. Hardy’s will benefit from a competitive drinks pricing strategy and a focus on being the beating heart of the community.
Private accommodation
This opportunity also includes three private bedrooms, a kitchen and a lounge.
About the Agreement – The Punch Unity Social Managed Partnership
Ready to run your own business, manage your own team, and define your own wage structure? Love working closely with the Unity Social Operations Manager to build an incredible pub legacy with uncompromising standards and standout guest experiences? Then the Unity Social Managed Partnership is the perfect option for you. The MP model covers all costs (pub and accommodation), and you directly employ and pay your team.
Alongside day-to-day support and a brilliant framework to grow your business, you get an uncapped cut of top-line turnover to pay yourself and your team it’s your structure to own. Unity Social Partnerships are for pub-obsessed entrepreneurs who want to create lasting legacies and become the hub of their community. Your Area Manager will work closely with you to amplify the unique identity of Hardy’s as it’s a true partnership.
Why choose a Unity Social Partnerships Agreement?
It’s a fantastic way to kick-start your business, providing you with all the tools to succeed and an Operations Manager always available in the passenger seat as you drive your business to success. All you need to bring is your flair, personality, care, passion, and local knowledge.
We look after our Partners with:
- A five-year agreement, rent-free.
- Newly invested pub
- Partner earnings of 20% of net sales to pay yourself and your team.
- Performance bonus.
- Paid for living accommodation, including bills and maintenance.
- Drinks range and marketing materials included.
- Best-in-class Business Support Advisors and Operations Managers to support you.
- An award-winning and free induction course with ongoing training and marketing support.
- A £500 deposit.
- Cost of business rates covered.
- Cost of Sky and TNT sport included.
- New infinite system in every pub.
- Entertainment allowance.
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