Property Description
The Alexandra is a traditional community pub nestled in the heart of Darwen, a market town located in Lancashire, England. Surrounded by residential housing and local shops, the pub serves as a central gathering place for the town’s residents. Darwen itself has a rich industrial history, having been a key site for textile production during the Industrial Revolution. The town is also situated near the West Pennine Moors and is bisected by the River Darwen, which flows into the River Ribble, one of the longest rivers in North West England. One of Darwen’s most iconic landmarks, Darwen Tower (also known as Jubilee Tower), stands on the moors to the west, offering panoramic views of the town. The tower was erected to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897. Darwen is well-connected by transport, with easy access via the A666 Road, which links the town to Blackburn to the north and Bolton to the south. The town also has a direct train connection to Clitheroe, Blackburn, Bolton and Manchester Victoria, as well as bus services to nearby towns. This makes it an accessible and vibrant community at the crossroads of history and modern convenience.
Pub Layout
The pub offers a unique and versatile space, with a central servery bar that serves both the main bar area and the lounge room, ensuring seamless service across all areas. The lounge room features a comfortable mixture of fixed benches and low-level seating, with a combination of carpeted and tiled floors and soft furnishings that create a relaxed atmosphere. A small raised area with an open fire adds to the warmth and cosiness of the space, making it a welcoming spot for locals to dine and relax. The room is equipped with a pool table, multiple TVs showing live sports, and a small DJ area with facilities for live music, karaoke, and quizzes, making it ideal for a variety of entertainment options. The bar area is adults-only, with hardwood floors, high bar stools, and bench seating around the windows, complemented by darts boards and a second pool table. TVs displaying live sports add to the vibrant and lively games room atmosphere. There is a well-equipped catering kitchen on site, perfect for preparing meals for the main bar and snacks for the bar area. Outside, a small decking area offers a pleasant view of the expansive garden, which includes covered huts and a large grassed area, ideal for hosting events during the warmer months. The pub also benefits from a car park both at the rear and front of the building providing convenient parking for guests.
Trading Style
The Alexandra is primarily a wet-led pub, with a strong emphasis on offering excellent drinks, including a variety of cask ales. While the pub is predominantly focused on its drinks, it also provides a midweek food offer and traditional Sunday roasts, with the pub’s wet sales outpacing the dry by an 80/20 split. The drinks menu complements the food offerings, ensuring that guests can enjoy a well-rounded experience. In addition to being a popular spot for the locals, the Alexandra has the capacity to host private functions and events, with seating available for approximately 100 guests. This makes it an ideal location for gatherings, celebrations or corporate events. The pub also fosters a strong sense of community, supporting local sports teams, and offering entertainment through darts and pool and live music at the weekends. The current licensees of the pub are particularly community-focused, and their welcoming approach has been well-received by the locals, contributing to the pub’s role as a beloved hub in Darwen.
Agreement Type
Property Facilities
Open Fire
Private Accommodation
Cask Ale
Function Room
Live Music
Kitchen
Live Sports
Parking
Beer Garden
Property Financials
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