We are seeking an experienced and passionate Partner to take on the Wig & Mitre, a truly iconic pub in the heart of historic Lincoln, benefiting from planned investment to further enhance its already impressive offer.
The Wig & Mitre is a beautiful, characterful pub with origins dating back to the 14th century, offering a rare chance to run a venue steeped in heritage and located in one of the city’s busiest tourist areas.
Positioned just moments from two of Lincoln’s most famous landmarks, the pub benefits from cathedral views from the first-floor windows and is only two streets away from Lincoln Castle. It also sits on Steep Hill – a renowned cobbled street that draws visitors year-round, connecting the bustling lower city to the historic Cathedral Quarter.
This exceptional location ensures strong footfall from both tourists and locals, making it a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven operator who can maximise both wet and food sales.
The Pub
The Wig & Mitre is packed with charming period features, delivering an authentic and atmospheric experience across multiple trading spaces:
- Ground Floor: Two distinct trading rooms plus a central bar, creating flexible spaces for drinkers and diners
- First Floor: A second bar with two additional dining areas, benefiting from stunning cathedral views
- Traditional layout with real character, ideal for a premium, quality-led offer
The layout lends itself perfectly to a balanced food and drink business, catering to casual visitors, tourists, and destination diners alike.
Ideal Management Partner:
We’re looking for a Partner who will:
- Have strong experience in running a high-quality, food-led pub
- Be passionate about history, heritage, and delivering an authentic pub experience
- Demonstrate the ability to drive trade across multiple spaces and occasions
- Deliver excellent customer service and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere
- Maximise the site’s tourist potential while building local loyalty
About the Agreement
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.
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