Pub/bar to let in The Golden Lion, 10 Cornhill, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1

Situation
The property is situated in the heart of the town centre on the Cornhill, and immediately adjacent to the Town Hall and Corn Exchange Theatre. Nearby occupiers include Barclays, NatWest and Lloyds Banks.

Description
The property comprises a substantial Grade II Listed building which was originally built as a hotel providing accommodation on basement, ground and first floor levels. Externally there is a beer terrace area that runs alongside the side of the Town Hall. The ground floor is served by a central horseshoe bar that covers multiple seating areas for circa 124 covers. Customer WCs are strategically located at the back, but within a reasonable proximity to the bar. The catering kitchen is a reasonable walk from the main seating area, and provides separate access and loading, and is separate and insulated from all customer areas. There is a cellar and storerooms in the basement. There is a first floor area that was formerly occupied by the pub manager. The property is in poor decorative condition and requires some degree of refurbishment.

Accommodation (all areas are approximate)
gf Ancillary: 412.19 sq m / 4,437 sq ft
Basement Ancillary: 50.63 sq m / 545 sq ft
Total Area: 462.82 sq m / 4,982 sq ft

Planning
The property currently has consent for Class E use. All interested parties should contact Ipswich Borough Council.

Terms & Tenure
The premises are available on a new full repairing and insuring lease, for a term of years to be agreed, rent upon application.

Business Rates
Rateable Value £86,500. We understand that eligible businesses may receive a discount on their business rates. All interested parties should contact Ipswich Borough Council.

EPC

Rating G163, Certificate, valid until July 2026. A new EPC will be required.

Services & Service Charge
We understand that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Nb: None of the services have been tested and it is the responsibility of the proposed tenant to satisfy themselves as to their operation / condition including it and telecommunications links. Service charge to be confirmed.