The Tavern
High Street, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7BB
- Ingoing Cost:
- ÂŁ15,000
- Annual Rent:
- ÂŁ39,500
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Beer Garden
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External Drinking Area
This one‑bar Horley pub has long been a familiar local landmark. Originally named The Gatwick after the old Gatwick Racecourse, it was rebranded as the Airfield Tavern in 2014. The building sits in a convenient town centre position close to Gatwick Airport, drawing both neighbourhood regulars and steady passing trade.
Inside, the single bar features wooden floors throughout, a raised seating area at the front, and a lively, open layout that naturally creates a bustling atmosphere—especially during busy evenings and with the energy of the room. The bar is equipped with a pool table, darts board, and juke box, giving the space a classic, sociable pub feel. There are also excellent kitchen facilities which support the pub's traditional style of operation.
Externally, there is a paved rear patio/garden that offers a well‑lit, outdoor area.
The private accommodation consists of a first-floor flat with three bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom, all with separate access from the rear.
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Live Entertainment
The Tavern is a lively, characterful pub with a strong rhythm of weekly entertainment and a loyal local following. Customers enjoy a relaxed, unpretentious interior, a spacious patio/garden, and a broad drinks range anchored by well‑kept ales, popular lagers, and a familiar spirits selection. The pub thrives on activity. Most nights feature something to draw in regulars and newcomers alike: free pool on Mondays, Open Mic on Tuesdays, a well‑attended quiz on Thursdays, karaoke on Fridays, and live music across both Saturday and Sunday. This programme of events gives the pub a vibrant, community‑driven atmosphere and ensures a steady flow of customers throughout the week.
The mix of locals, shoppers, workers, and airport visitors creates a diverse and energetic crowd, making The Airfield Tavern a go‑to spot for sociable evenings, casual games, and weekend entertainment.
There is clear potential to refine the drinks offer, strengthen the pub’s identity, and make even greater use of the garden/patio and the kitchen by developing the food offer. The ideal applicant will be confident, community‑minded, and be able to balance the pub’s traditional charm with a modern, well‑run approach—shaping The Airfield Tavern into a characterful local that continues to buzz throughout the week.
This pub would suit a friendly, hands‑on operator who enjoys running a lively, entertainment‑led venue. Someone comfortable front‑of‑house, who thrives in a busy environment, and can build strong relationships with regulars, will do well here. A natural host with good organisational instincts will be able to maintain the weekly events calendar, keep standards high, and ensure the pub’s energetic atmosphere remains welcoming.
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