Windsor Castle, Southampton

Property Description

The Windsor Castle is a large building situated on a corner plot and faces on to Shirley high street within a small precinct of shops and next to a large Sainsbury store attracting significant customers throughout trading hours. There is a wealth of small businesses, residential shops and facilities in the immediate vicinity that attract people to the area from much further afield. Shirley is one of the largest areas in Southampton with a dense residential population of around 14,000. The local market runs weekly on a Thursday, directly outside the Windsor Castle again offering another weekly event in the area attracting footfall from all over Southampton. The site also benefits from a street license to the front of the property which provides a great area for customers to enjoy the busy street ambiance.

Pub Layout

The pub is open plan with a horse shoe style bar surrounding a large bar area. There is a raised area on the right of the bar that is a great location for the live music and entertainment. On the left of the bar is a community area with a pool table and darts board. There is an enclosed courtyard to the rear of the pub that is easily accessible from the pub. There is a small kitchen located directly behind the bar servery that is capable of delivering a varied pub menu due to the proximity to the bar this could be managed by bar staff. 

Trading Style

The Windsor Castle has a strong community feel and is well supported by its loyal customer base as well as a high amount of passing trade and a large residential area surrounding the pub. The pub has historically done well with charity based and community events off their own accord and also participating in events within the town centre. Admiral are supporting the Windsor Castle with the ability to compete with the low Retail Selling Prices offered by some of the local competitors but the Windsor Castle is a much better positioned and with a greater range of services, events and brand offerings the Windsor Castle will be the number one destination in Shirley.

The pub is has a strong trading pattern throughout lunch, evenings and weekends. Customers frequent the pub from the local community even attracting custom from slightly further a field for the weekend entertainment. It is home to several pool and darts teams that play weekly and are well established in the local leagues.  The pub and licensee accommodation are well presented.

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