Mason’s Arms Highlights:

  • Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Net Turnover: £600k per annum net
  • Rent 10.0% of net turnover
  • Exceptional, fully equipped commercial kitchen
  • Beautifully refurbished pub in a village location
  • 6 high quality en-suite letting rooms
  • Stunning bespoke Shepherd’s Hut and 15 pitch campsite
  • Picturesque garden with a covered al-fresco dining area
  • Significant housing expansion in the area
  • Two bedroomed flat private accommodation

Private Accommodation:

There is a two bedroom flat above the pub

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Top Line Figures

  • Rent: 10% of net turnover, with a minimum base rent of £51,000
  • Minimum Initial Investment: £32,800 inc, VAT
  • Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £600,000 per annum net
  • Annual rent illustration based on FMT: £60,000

E&OE

Full Investment Breakdown**

  • Fixtures & Fittings: Estimated £45k, subject to valuation (Inventory is an estimate net of VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings).
Illustration of Year 1 Ingoings (excludes rent)     Net      VAT    Inc VAT
Deposit £  7,500      N/A £  7,500
Training Fee £  1,000 £   200 £  1,200
Change of DPS £     254 £     46 £     300
Digital Asset Fee £     250 £     50 £     300
Working Capital*** £10,000      N/A £10,000
F&F (Outright Purchase Option A) £45,000 £9,000 £45,900
F&F (Purchase Agreement Option B) £4,500 £9,000 £13,500
Total Option A £64,004 £ 9,296 £73,300
Total Option B £23,504 £ 9,296 £32,800

 

Additional Information

  • Estimated Wet/Dry/Accommodation Split: 31%/46%/23%
  • Business Rates**** Payable: £9,072 pa
  • Closing Date for Applications: 31/10/2025
  • Available From: Immediately
  • Last 3 year Volume
  • Beer & Cider - Barrels
  • Wines - Litres
  • Spirits - Litres
  • Soft Drinks - Litres
  • Last 12 Months
  • 141
  • 1340
  • 83
  • 968
  • Previous - 2024
  • 142
  • 1520
  • 99
  • 1134
  • Previous - 2023
  • 160
  • 1473
  • 102
  • 1553
  • Previous - 2022
  • 132
  • 1181
  • 117
  • 1434

Trade
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The Mason’s Arms enjoys steady trade throughout the year, although there is a clear uplift during the school holidays and key seasonal events.

The busiest trading days are over the weekend, but mid-week lunches are also very popular with senior and local guests. The pub benefits from many guests visiting the nearby National Trust attractions.

Accommodation guests are a mixture of professionals and visitors to the area. The campsite attracts business all year round, particularly families, and can be open throughout the year for camper vans and motor homes due to the large hard standing area and electrical hook ups

 

 

 


“We are looking for an experienced, entrepreneurial operator who can take advantage of The Masons Arms’ unique mix of facilities”

The right partner will:

  • Have a proven track record in food-led hospitality, delivering quality and consistency in a welcoming village pub setting.
  • Be skilled in managing accommodation and tourism trade, maximising the letting rooms, campsite, and Shepherd’s Hut
  • Understand how to balance the pub’s role as a community hub with its positioning as a destination venue for visitors’
  • Bring strong marketing and event skills to capitalise on the area’s tourism, local festivals, and outdoor attractions
  • Demonstrate strong leadership and operational expertise to manage a multi-income business effectively

“This is an exciting opportunity to run one of South Somerset’s most distinctive pubs. With its blend of traditional charm, modern facilities, and multiple trading streams, The Masons Arms has the potential to be both a thriving business and a true centrepiece of the local community.”

Izzy Hersom,

Business Development Partner

 

British Institute of Innkeeping:  https://www.bii.org/

British Beer and Pub Association:  https://beerandpub.com/

Pre-Entry Awareness Training (PEAT):  https://www.bii.org/BII/Industry-Advice/PEAT.aspx

Personal Licence:  https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/personal-licence-application–2

More Pubs to Rent: https://www.hall-woodhousepartnerships.co.uk/pubs-for-rent

Misrepresentation

*Fair Maintainable Trade (FMT):

FMT is the level of turnover and profit that we believe that the business is capable of delivering if being operated competently. The FMT is usually calculated by the Business Development Partner for the pub to rent, who will produce a shadow profit and loss account for the business which supports the rent. A copy of the shadow profit and loss account will be provided during the recruitment process.

Code of Practice:

Please see our Code of Practice for more information on FMT and rent. The Fair Maintainable Trade is not a guarantee of levels of trade or profit that will be made from the business – we strongly recommend you seek appropriate independent legal and business advice as part of your Business Plan.

**The Full Investment Breakdown:

The Full Investment Breakdown for each public house is higher than the minimum investment we will accept. This is because potential Business Partners with the minimum investment available can still be accepted as we are able to offer them financial support for the rest of the monies.

***Working Capital:

The working capital incorporates the purchase of stock, glassware, loose catering effects and valuer fees – please note the number quoted on this website are based on estimates. The exact costs will be determined on the day you take on the public house by independent valuers and stock takers. Please see our Code of Practice for more information about investment.

****Business Rates Payable:

This figure reflects the current multipliers for 2025/2026 and the 40% hospitality relief, effective until 31/03/2026.

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