The Silent Woman is a character property situated amid Wareham Forest, an area popular with locals, diners and holidaymakers. It is prominently positioned with strong kerbside appeal and benefits from an attractive patio to the front and great garden areas which can be exploited further. The pub is well presented but dated so we are looking to work with an operator to invest into the business to maximise trade and open up new income streams.
The unusual pub name of 'The Silent Woman' originates from a local legend that the pub was used as a smugglers haunt with the narrative of a talkative landlady who gave away the smugglers' secrets in Wareham marketplace. Fearful of capture by the ever-present Excise Men, the smugglers silenced her by cutting out her tongue hence the unusual name, "The Silent Woman". During its history the pub has also been called The Angel and features in the Quiet Lady from Thomas Hardy's novel, The Return of the Native. The pub has a prominent A road location with an attractive patio and landscaped area with multiple areas and seating styles.
On entering the pub you'll notice that the business is in great condition but is undoubtedly traditional in style. The bar area features an attractive copper bar top and provides an area which is comfortable and suitable for mixed drinking/dining. To the left of the entrance the dining areas are extensive and can be partitioned for functions and weddings or can be equally at home for more regular dining. The toilets, kitchen and cellar are all conveniently located on the ground floor making the pub straight forward for volume trade sessions. To the side of the building provides the route to the gardens with an enclosed area for families but also extensive grounds which can be utilised for camping and large events.