St Peter’s Finger

52 Dorchester Road, Lytchett Minster, Poole, BH16 6JE

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St Peter's Finger is a large-scale, food-led pub that serves as a vibrant village hub while also attracting visitors from surrounding areas and holidaymakers. Moreover, the pub boasts a beautifully finished interior and exterior, featuring top-quality fixtures and fittings, much of which were replaced in 2024.
Previously, Hall & Woodhouse managed the pub for several years and built a strong reputation for high standards. Now, the site offers an entrepreneurial operator the chance to flex the operating model and fully realize the potential of its plentiful local and tourist trade.
In terms of location, the pub occupies a prime spot in the village of Lytchett Minster, close to Poole. Guests enter through a large paved courtyard that leads directly to the heart of the trading area. To the right, the main bar provides 24 dining covers in a light and airy setting. Furthermore, the bar area combines high tables with a relaxed lounge featuring a wood-burning stove. Meanwhile, the main dining area offers 96 covers with a functional mix of benches, fixed seating, and tables, all creating a vibrant atmosphere. Additionally, traditional touches—including a second wood-burning stove and a mix of wooden and stone flooring—add character to the surroundings.
Adjacent to the bar, high-quality guest toilets ensure convenience, while a well-fitted, high-capacity kitchen guarantees smooth peak service. Outside, three separate drinking and eating spaces further enhance the experience, bringing total covers to nearly 300.

Key Pub Features

St Peter’s Finger Highlights:

  • Fair Maintainable Trade (FMT) turnover – £1.15M  per annum net
  • Rent 9.0% of net turnover
  • Beautifully decorated internally with over 120 covers
  • 3 fabulous separate external eating/drinking spaces
  • Quality F&F throughout
  • Long established reputation for quality
  • Excellent kitchen facilities and layout capable of high volume/quality food
  • Heart of the village location
  • Large scale business with high profit potential

Private Accommodation:

The accommodation is entered from within the pub. It consists of two double bedrooms, a lounge, bathroom/wc and kitchenette. The lounge can be converted to a further bedroom if required.

 

Location - St Peter's Finger - Lytchett Minster

The St Peter’s Finger sits in the center of Lytchett Minster, a busy village on the edge of Poole Bay. To begin with, the village offers plenty of amenities, including an active sports ground, a rugby club, and several holiday parks that significantly boost the local population. In addition, visitors can explore Lychett Fields, a major RSPB wetland reserve, enjoy events at Upton Park, and spend time at Farmer Palmers Farm Park. Furthermore, the village hosts the Harbour View Crematorium, which regularly accommodates associated wakes. Finally, the pub provides easy access via the A35 and by rail, with Hamworthy station nearby.

 

 

Top Line Figures

  • Rent: 9.0% of net turnover, with a minimum base of £88,000
  • Initial Investment: minimum £50,260
  • Fair Maintainable Trade* (FMT) Turnover: £1.15M per annum net
  • Annual rent illustration based on FMT: £103,500
  • Estimated Operating Profit £100K (8.7%) pa based on FMT*

*Estimated figures for illustration only cannot be guaranteed

E&OE

Full Investment Breakdown**

  • Fixtures & Fittings: To be confirmed subject to valuation (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)  £68,800  £13,760 £82,560
F&F (Purchase Agreement Option B)  £17,200  £13.760 £30,096
Total Option A  £87,804 £14,056 £101,860
Total Option B  £36,204 £14,056  £50,260

 

Additional Information

  • Estimated Wet/Dry Split: 45%/55%
  • Business Rates**** Payable: £28,392 pa
  • Available From: Feb 2026
  • Closing Date for Applications: 31/03/2026

E&OE

Trade

Last 3 year Volume Beer & Cider - HL Wines - Litres Spirits - Litres Soft Drinks - Litres
Current Year 303 (HL) 4535 281 3910
Last Year 326 (HL) 5192 290 4385
2 Years Previous 296 (HL) 4665 235 4150

The St Peter’s Finger is trading under Hall & Woodhouse’s Managed House division. Average sales are circa £21k per week. Consistent local wet & dry trade is boosted by strong tourist and visitor numbers all year round. The pub benefits from being in first class condition having undergone a major refurbishment in 2024.

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

“The ideal applicant will have great hospitality experience in high volume businesses where managing and motivating a team is crucial. The business has strong bar and food trade so the ability to create repeat business is key alongside the development of effective campaigns to attract those visiting the area”

Ian Pearson

Business Development Partner

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.

****Business Rates Payable:

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