Cock Inn

Church Lane, Church End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3 6HH

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We are delighted to present the Cock Inn, a beautiful countryside pub with a traditional interior and a fantastic garden situated in the picturesque village of Sarratt.

Meet the Pub's Business Development Partner.....

“This pub requires applicants who have a strong background in catering, and who will be able to build on the established reputation of the business and drive growth. It will require some continuity and a good sense of community to maintain the feel of the pub and its position in the village.

Ideally we’re looking for a Business Partner who will grow turnover and keep a tight control of costs in order to convert top line figures into bottom line growth.

The Cock Inn is ideally suited to a couple, one of whom has experience of running a busy kitchen.”

Peter Hurdle

Business Development Partner

Location - Sarratt

The Cock Inn is located in the picturesque village of Sarratt. Sarratt is in the Three Rivers District of Hertfordshire and has been used as a location for a number of television and film productions, including Four Weddings and a Funeral at the church opposite and Midsomer Murders. It is 4 miles north of its nearest town, Rickmansworth, and approximately 2 miles from J18 of the M25 on the Chorleywood Road.

This historic village sits in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by rolling fields and the enchanting Chess Valley riverbed. Sarratt is loved by its residents and visitors due to its beautiful landscapes and idyllic walking, cycling and horse riding routes across some 30 miles of footpaths. Besides the Cock Inn, Sarratt benefits from excellent transport routes and a community shop, Post Office, primary school, church and doctors surgery.

 

 

About The Pub to Rent

The Cock Inn is a beautiful countryside pub, with a traditional interior and a fantastic garden, situated in the picturesque village of Sarratt.

This pub boasts an open fire in the bar area, and exposed brick and traditional beams in the ‘old barn’ dining area. The Cock Inn’s large, well appointed garden has ample room for 80+ covers and is a real asset in the summer months. The hard standing car park has approximately 45 spaces, with additional overflow parking in a large field behind the pub.

 

Private Accommodation

The private accommodation consists of three bedrooms; two doubles and one single. There is a private kitchen and two bathrooms.

Bedrooms – 3

Private kitchen – 1

Bathrooms – 2

Key Pub Features

  • Fair Maintainable Trade (FMT) turnover – £507k per annum
  • Rent 5% of Net Turnover
  • Beautiful village location, surrounded by stunning countryside
  • Great reputation for high quality, home-cooked food
  • Large, well-maintained garden

Top Line Figures

  • Rent: 5% of Net Turnover
  • Initial Investment: minimum £30,000
  • Fair Maintainable Turnover: £507,039 per annum

Full Investment Breakdown †

  • Deposit: £7,500
  • Training Fee: £1,200 incl. VAT
  • Change of DPS Fee: £300 incl. VAT
  • Digital Assets Fee: £200 incl. VAT
  • Working Capital: £5 – 7,000
  • Fixtures & Fittings: Estimated £30k, subject to valuation (Inventory is an estimate net of VAT. Loan facilities are available for the purchase of fixtures and fittings).

Additional Information

  • Estimated Wet/Dry Split: 50%/50%
  • Business Rates: £14,720
  • Available From: October 2025 but earlier appointment possible
  • Closing Date for Applications: 30/06/2025

Trade

Last 3 year Volume Beer & Cider - Barrels Wines - Litres Spirits - Litres Soft Drinks - Litres
Current Year 2023-24 88 1570 70 2360
Last Year 2022-23 92 1490 100 2300
2 Years Previous 2021-22 102 1800 90 2420

The Cock Inn is a popular village pub with a focus on good quality, home-cooked food. With a strong lunchtime trade, it currently caters well for a varied guest base.

The pub also has strong links with the Parish Church which is located directly opposite the pub.

 

Useful Links

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

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.