FREEHOLD PUB FOR SALE – The Hand & Shears, Church Rd, Church Hanborough, Witney, OX29 8AB

The Hand & Shears is a traditional Cotswold Stone country pub situated in the picturesque village of Church Hanborough. It offers an excellent opportunity to purchase a destination country pub within the catchment of the city of Oxford.

The property is only 2 miles from Blenheim Palace, 6 miles from Witney and 8 miles from Oxford. A nearby bus stop provides connections to local communities. The property is located 1.8 miles from Hanborough railway station, with direct routes to London Paddington 65mins/Oxford 10mins, and is 2 miles north of the busy A40 Oxford to Cheltenham trunk road.

The ground floor layout features a single L-shape bar area with a central servery. The bar area is slightly elevated, accessible via steps from the adjacent dining area. The 70-cover split-level dining area features impressive exposed timber beams below high-pitched ceilings and a central wood burner. The trade kitchen has direct access from the dining area and adjoins a wash-up area, walk-in fridge and beer cellar on lower-ground floor. Customer toilets are accessed directly from the dining room.

The first floor provides owner’s living accommodation, comprising three bedrooms, kitchen, and bathroom.

The property is not listed but is situated within the Church Hanborough conservation area. The Hand & Shears is a designated Asset of Community Value.

Vacant possession to be provided upon completion.