We’re seeking a seasoned Publican with the flair and vision to make this pub shine within the local community even brighter.

About the Pub

This is one of those rare, time‑capsule city pubs that still carries the soul of its community in every beam and barstool. Step inside and you’re greeted by walls lined with Derby’s stories, and a warm, lived‑in character shaped by decades of regulars, musicians, and memorable nights. It’s a pub that hasn’t chased trends because it never needed to due to its charm is its authenticity.

The space is cleverly laid out: two intimate rooms wrapped around a central island bar, creating a natural flow that keeps the atmosphere buzzing without ever feeling crowded. Karaoke three days a week fills the place with personality, while Saturday live music nights draw in locals and visitors looking for a proper night out. It’s the kind of venue where people come to sing, laugh, reconnect, and stay longer than they planned. There’s even a small patch of outdoor seating at the front: a suntrap in the warmer months and a perfect spot for people‑watching.

The location couldn’t be more strategic. Right in the heart of Derby, directly opposite the bus station, the pub sits at the crossroads of the city’s footfall. The River Derwent, QUAD arts centre, Derby Council House, and the Derbion shopping complex are all just a short stroll away, feeding a steady stream of potential customers throughout the day and night.

For the right Publican, this is an opportunity to take the reins of a beloved, character‑rich pub and elevate it with fresh ideas while preserving everything that makes it special. It’s a chance to become the next chapter in a venue that already has plenty of stories, and is ready for many more

Ideal Publican

A successful Publican here will be someone with genuine hospitality instincts, strong operational know‑how, and the creative spark to nurture a lively, music‑driven atmosphere.

You’ll need the confidence to honour the pub’s heritage while introducing thoughtful ideas that keep it thriving, along with the people skills to engage a loyal mature crowd and attract new faces.

An eye for atmosphere, experience running busy entertainment‑led venues, and the ability to maintain a warm, well‑run, story‑filled space will be essential to carrying this much‑loved pub into its next chapter.

Private accommodation

This excellent business opportunity provides three bedrooms, a private kitchen, and a private lounge.

About the Agreement

At Punch, we support talented, ambitious entrepreneurs who want to run brilliant pubs at the heart of their communities. That’s why our agreements are designed to be flexible, supportive and built around your vision.

Our Flexible Tenancy gives you the freedom to run your own pub with confidence. A tied agreement of up to five years, where you’ll benefit from the drink products available to Punch which also offers flexible notice periods. We offer flexible deposits, tie‑release options, and pricing structures to help you shape your business in a way that works for you.

Why Choose Punch?

When you partner with Punch, you’ll have an entire support system behind you, including:

• A forward thinking pub company, recognised nationally with multiple industry awards including winners of the Publican Awards 2022 & 2024!
• Potential investment to unlock your pub’s full potential
• Industry leading training through our award winning Academy, complete with state of the art kitchens, bars and our immersive Progress with Punch training programme.
• Access to our powerful online platform, the Punch Buying Club, where you can order stock and find resources to help you run your pub successfully.
• Ongoing coaching from expert Operations Managers and specialist support teams.
• Innovative digital learning through THIRST, our gamified online training app, offering compliance training through to driving sales training.
• A commitment to “Doing Well, By Doing Good” by championing communities, wellbeing and sustainability at every step.

Curious about how this agreement could work for you? You will find our Partnering with Punch guide in the ‘Relevant Downloads’ section below.

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