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Black Horse

Church Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UD

Ingoing Cost:: £2,000
Annual Rent:: N/A

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The Black Horse, Brighton — a ready-made local gem for a bold operator

Tucked on Church Street in the beating heart of Brighton’s theatre-and-music quarter, The Black Horse is the kind of compact, characterful pub that entrepreneurs dream about: visible, sociable, and already loved by locals and visitors. If you’re looking for a venue with built-in footfall, a warming interior and room to make your mark, this could be the one.

Proven community appeal & rising reviews
Recent guest feedback notes a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and improvements since its reopening — exactly the kind of social buzz that an energetic operator can amplify into loyal repeat custom.

Existing identity you can lean on (and evolve)
The Black Horse already trades as a cosy sports and community pub with multiple TVs, an intimate main bar, a quieter back bar and a pocket courtyard — versatile spaces you can programme for quiz nights, match days, private hires, pop-ups and seasonal events. Those physical assets make it easier to add revenue streams quickly.

Backing and day-to-day support
The site is part of the The Pub Company group, which means there’s an established supplier/marketing network and operational framework to plug into — helpful when you want to scale promotions or trial new offers fast.

Prime, walkable location with steady footfall
The pub sits opposite the Corn Exchange and just minutes from the Brighton Pavilion, Dome and Theatre Royal — perfect for pre/post-show trade, tourist groups and evening crowds. That means reliable weekday and weekend traffic without relying solely on late-night clubbers.

Private Accommodation

Two bedroom accomodation with private living room, kitchen and bathroom

Facilities

Music Venue
Sports Led
Pub Games
Cask Ales

Reference Number	030226
Agreement Type	Operator Agreement
Min Ingoing Cost	£2,000
Annual Rent	N/A

The stated ingoing figures are correct at point of advertising. Please be aware there may be additional costs. Please note that the Energy Performance Certificate is available from the landlord.

All financial information shown, including projected turnover, costs and potential earnings, is provided for illustrative purposes only and was correct at the time of advertising. These figures are not guaranteed and actual results may vary based on trading performance, operator decisions and market conditions.

Agreement Type	The Pub Company Tenancy Agreement (CTA)
Forecast Turnover per year	£520,000
Estimated Earnings per year	£104,000
Forecast / Potential Turnover	£520,000
Estimated Earnings	£104,000
Deposit / Ingoing Cost	£2,000
Full Deposit	£2,000

Calling all pub professionals (pub managers, general managers, bar managers, all of you!). Have you ever wanted to run your own pub, but you’re worried about going solo? They hear you. Here’s your chance to run your own pub, with a built-in support crew to cheer you on.

Build a Rewarding Career:

Boosted Operator Earnings of 20% of net revenue: £104,000 – and that's just the baseline!
Supercharge Your Income: Take home an additional 10% of profit above budget when you manage a high-volume pub! This bonus recognises the extra effort required to run a thriving pub.
Important Note: They do not ask you to invest your own money into the pub. You simply pay a £2,000 bond.

But Wait, There's More!

Become a The Pub Company Star: Increase your income by becoming a centre of excellence.
Free BII Membership
Be the Best: Win an all-expenses-paid trip to their yearly operator awards!
Join a Growing Family: Be part of The Pub Company's rapidly expanding estate, partnering with the UK's biggest pub company.

They Empower You to Focus on What Matters:

Rent-free Accommodation (where applicable)
Full Utilities Paid: Gas, Electric & Water (for the entire building, including the accommodation)
Cost of Sky & TNT Sports Included (pay-per-view events agreed upon with your Regional Manager)
Security & Entertainment Packages Available (as agreed with your Regional Manager)
Business Rates Covered
Dedicated Support of a Regional Manager: Get ongoing guidance and support to develop your pub's proposition and build strong community engagement, leading to boosted sales opportunities.

With their unwavering support, your success is guaranteed! Your dedication sets the limit on your earnings – the sky's the limit!

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