Could you run this pub in Oakenshaw, Bradford?

The Woodlands Hotel sits at the heart of Oakenshaw in Bradford. It has a welcoming feel with a quirky twist, attracting locals and visitors to the area with its five letting rooms.

The Woodlands was previously well-loved for its delicious smokehouse food, which is an option for you to reinstate with its quality drinks, regular sports and live entertainment. We’re looking for a creative publican with a vision for the pub. You’ll have the personality, drive and attention to detail to ensure this is the best pub in the area.

The Woodlands Hotel comprises a lounge and bar area, perfect for a relaxed drinking experience. Additionally, there is a dedicated restaurant that is ideal for both group bookings and intimate dining. The pub has five beautiful letting rooms with a warm and homely feel and boasts a beer garden full of picnic benches and parasols, making it an idyllic place to enjoy a pint in the sun. The pub also benefits from a generous car park with spaces for up to 28 cars.

Local area

Oakenshaw is a picturesque village in Bradford, West Yorkshire. It’s full of beautiful, traditional stone buildings and stunning rolling hills, making it a popular spot for avid walkers and cyclists.

The village has an authentic sense of community and is home to a cricket ground and club. Oakenshaw has plenty of local housing and is close to the M62, enabling the pub to attract visitors. Many of the pub’s regular customers live within walking distance, but its popular offer and accommodating car park ensure it attracts the wider community and visitors to the area.

Ideal publican

We’re looking for an outgoing and warm, people person. You’ll have an acute eye for detail and ensure that you provide the optimum service meaning you attract raving reviews. You’ll have your vision for the pub and use social media to drive footfall and sales.

 Private accommodation

It’s an incredible pub opportunity with one-bedroom domestic accommodation and a private kitchen and lounge for you to retire and immerse yourself in the local community.

About the Agreement

We love working with experienced entrepreneurs and we’re happy to be flexible with our agreements and products to match your business and vision. 

Our Flexible Tenancy agreement offers a piece of mind approach to running your own pub business for a total term of up to 5-years with a flexible notice period. We also offer flexible deposit options, with build ups from as little as £1,000 as well as flexible price bands and release fees which are available. 

Whatever the agreement, with Punch you always get:  

• A progressive pub company – winners of the Publican Awards 2022!  
• Industry leading investment with a whole world of possibilities  
• Industry leading training, with our Academy and Kitchen  
• Industry leading e-commerce platform – Punch Buying Club  
• Expert coaching and advice every step of the way

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