Being behind the bar of your very own pub is a dream that many people share - and with its friendly folk, Merseyside is surely one of the best places to own one.
Now the country is beginning to move out of the pandemic and the Covid-19 restrictions that shut down the pub industry, it could be a perfect time to become a landlord or lady of your own bar.
There are a number of well-known pubs on Merseyside and beyond that are now available for budding publicans according to findmypub.com - so those with the cash and the dedication could find themselves pulling their very own pints.
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12 pubs are currently listed as available on the site - in areas across Liverpool, Southport, St Helens and Wirral.
The vast majority of the pubs are looking for someone to take on a tenancy agreement, meaning you'd pay the rent, bills and staff costs yourself.
Storrsdale
Storrsdale Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L18 7JH
Ingoing Cost: £7,912
Annual Rent: £15,692
The Storrsdale is a local, community pub nestled amidst the rows of semi-detached suburban homes in Allerton, five miles from Liverpool city centre.
The pub is a two-bar operation with the main bar and large lounge, both with their own serving area and classic furnishings at the tables.
There is a small outside trading area and smoking area.
There is no private accommodation available at this site.
Halton Castle
Mill Lane, West Derby, Liverpool, Merseyside, L12 7JD
Ingoing Cost: £32,125
Annual Rent: £29,000
Halton Castle is a potential local for West Derby close to local shops and large residential areas.
The interior of the pub has a single bar that serves two trading rooms - while to the rear you can find a beer garden and a car park.
The pub's success is built on the community, with potential to offer events including quiz nights and societal meet-ups with live sport on TV.
The private accommodation is in good condition and consists of three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and bathroom.
Springfield Hotel
Liverpool, Merseyside, L4 4BE
Purchase Price - £150,000
The Springfield Hotel is a semi-detached building situated on the well-known Walton Road in Walton.
The pub is within a ten-minute drive on Liverpool City Centre and walking distance to Everton and Liverpool's football grounds.
The pub is a traditional local pub and consists of a single bar servery on the ground floor with a separate lounge with potential to be used for functions.
To the rear of the pub, there is a small external area.
The domestic accommodation consists of three bedrooms, lounge, bathroom, separate toilet and kitchen.
Stanley's
Seaview Road, Wallasey, Wirral, Merseyside, CH45 4LE
Ingoing Cost: £9,869
Annual Rent: £12,960
Stanley's is in a highly visible roadside location situated near a densely populated residential area.
The pub has a warm, welcoming atmosphere because of it's rustic decoration and exposed red-brick walls.
A one-room bar operation allows for ease of service, while a catering kitchen on-site with the potential for 60 covers allows an excellent opportunity for future growth.
Externally the pub features a patio area to the front which will maximise the trade in the summer months.
Private accommodation consists of three bedrooms, a sitting room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. In line with the landlords ready to trade promise, they will ensure the private accommodation is in good condition so that you can focus on your business.
Farmers Arms
Wallasey Village, Wallasey, Merseyside, CH45 3LG
Ingoing Cost: £49,575
Annual Rent: £30,500
Located in Wallasey, the Farmers Arms has two rooms serviced by a single bar, with a trade kitchen which could be used for a basic food offering.
Externally there's a small courtyard area, providing a smoking space for customers.
The private accommodation is in reasonable condition and comprises two bedrooms, kitchen, lounge, bathroom and toilet
Argyll and Sutherland
Plymyard Avenue, Eastham, Wirral, Merseyside, CH62 8EF
Ingoing Cost: £74,095
Annual Rent: £55,992
Find my Pub said this investment has the potential to transform this 'tired, outdated community pub into the best family-friendly go-to pub in the area.'
The new layout will cater for an impressive 135 covers, with sections for drinking, dining and with a sports area including widescreen televisions, pool table, and darts board.
There is also potential for a beer garden to the rear of the pub.
Private accommodation is offered in a separate building next to the pub - consisting of a living room, dining room, bathroom, kitchen, three bedrooms and a garage.
Marine Bar & Kitchen
South Road, Waterloo, Liverpool, Merseyside, L22 5PE
Ingoing Cost: £3,000
The Marine Bar and Kitchen is in a prominent spot on the High Street a stone’s throw away from Crosby Coastal Park.
The pub is spacious inside and breaks down into three main areas all serviced by one bar while a large open kitchen is found to the rear providing food seven days a week.
Sports are important at the Marine and the large TVs ensure that the guests have the best view on match days but creating that atmosphere before kick-off is key.
The private accommodation details are to be confirmed.
Wheatsheaf
36 Westfield Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1QF
Ingoing Cost: £5,000
Annual Rent: £32,000
The Wheatsheaf is a free of tie property located in St Helens town centre on the main late-night circuit just off the pedestrianised area of Ormskirk St and the popular Church Square Shopping Centre. St Helens College is also nearby as is the Cineworld Multi-screen cinema and the Chalon Way Retail Park.
The Wheatsheaf is an end of terrace property and comprises one trading area with a servery to the right upon entering from the front with a rear external smoking/seating area to the rear.
The private accommodation consists of two bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen.
The Millhouse
Mill Lane, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4HE
Ingoing Cost: £4,000
The Millhouse is situated in a suburban area of St Helens surrounded by traditional terraces and modern housing developments, while just 2km down the road is St Helens Rugby Football Club.
Recently refurbished by the landlords, the Millhouse has the potential to be the destination for family outings, sports lovers and catch-ups with friends.
There is capacity for over 140 people between the restaurant area and the sports bar, while externally there is potential for another 75 covers with the large beer garden.
There is also a children's play area, car park for 40 cars, and private accommodation with two bedrooms.
Windle Hotel
Hard Lane, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 6NY
Ingoing Cost: £1,750
Annual Rent: £25,504
Located opposite the old Pilkington Glass Works in St Helens, recent developments has turned the surrounding area into a residential area.
The Windle is a spacious pub with a smart, welcoming look and feel throughout. It offers open plan trading, with public and lounge bar areas and a designated sports space with a pool table, darts and TV screens showing live sports.
It also has a well-equipped catering kitchen to serve up to 60 covers.
The private accommodation consists of three bedrooms, a kitchen and a lounge. The landlords will ensure that this accommodation is in good order.
Millstone
Mill Lane, Newton Le Willows, Merseyside, WA12 8BG
Ingoing Cost: £77,318
Annual Rent: £62,318
Located near the busy Newton Le Willows train station with direct links to Liverpool and Manchester, The Millstone's location gives it the potential to become an after-work pub for local commuters.
Post-refurbishment, the venue will offer customers a premium pub experience with great locally sourced food, exciting drinks, fantastic coffee, and weekly pub quizzes and light entertainment to bring the local community together.
The external areas will also be revamped including a large beer garden.
The private accommodation consists of four bedrooms, a lounge, a kitchen, and two bathrooms.
Cheshire Lines
Kings Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1LQ
Ingoing Cost: £15,111
Annual Rent: £26,028
A classic community local situated five minutes from Southport high street, The Cheshire Lines' target market is both locals and tourists.
The pub has around 45 covers across three trading zones - the main bar, snug, and dining area.
The Cheshire Lines also has a hidden beer garden to the rear and a patio to the front.
The private accommodation consists of three bedrooms, living room, kitchen, office and bathroom.
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