Freehold Pub Hotel & Restaurant - Gtr Manchester [OL15 0LD]

- About
The Moorcock Inn has been trading here in the beautiful silhouette of Blackstone Edge since 1691 and our clients took ownership in 2021. The business exemplifies the enduring allure of British heritage, effortlessly combining the warmth of a traditional pub with the refinement of modern dining and accommodation. The venue is also popular for event hosting - this includes special birthdays, corporate events and other celebrations. The Moorcock Inn is very well known in this area with an unrivalled trading history and has a strong base of regular customers in place. The business also benefits from additional trade generated by word of mouth recommendations, website traffic and this superb trading position. Our clients have ensured the business has an excellent reputation and superb reviews are noted on Google, Trip Advisor, Facebook and Booking.com. The Moorcock Inn has a comprehensive website in place with online booking system.

The business is ideally suited to a hands-on owner-operator but due to our client's relocation plans, the business is offered for sale. This presents an excellent opportunity for a new owner-operator or team to take the business to the next level.


- Premises Details
The Moorcock Inn operates from an impressive detached property with car park to the front and idyllic gardens to the rear. The business has branding and signage on display to the front and side of the property. Inside, the bar and pub area offers seating for 38, with well stocked bar area and comfortable, traditional surroundings. To the rear of the ground floor is the main restaurant area - this area offers seating for up to 100. There is also a fully equipped professional kitchen fitted with a range of high end catering equipment and a walk in freezer. The ground floor also has toilet facilities and access to the spacious cellar which is currently used for storage. To the rear of the property is a well maintained garden area with outdoor bar - this offers seating for up to 160 in addition to a large marquee used for private functions and event hosting.

The first floor comprises of seven ensuite letting rooms - two doubles, one family, one single and three twins. All rooms have been finished to a high standard.

The owner's accommodation is also positioned within the first floor. This beautiful, self contained apartment has two double bedrooms, a large open plan kitchen diner with lounge area, family bathroom, office, laundry room, utility and outdoor balcony with breathtaking views of the Pennine Way and beyond.

All areas are beautifully presented as well as being covered by CCTV, fitted with gas central heating and fully alarmed.

Purchasers should enquire with relevant local authorities to confirm the rates payable.


- Summary
This long established business occupies an enviable trading position in a sought after and beautiful rural area close to the M62. Our clients and the historical owners of this incredible business have secured a strong customer base and exceptional reputation. There is plenty of scope to develop the business further with the introduction of wedding hosting and the development of a strong marketing campaign. This proposition would ideally suit an owner operating team who could push the business forward and build upon the solid and impressive trading foundations. Early viewings are very strongly advised