Railway Tavern
Carshalton
47 North St, SM5 2HG
Carshalton
Surrey
SM5 2HG
Key Selling Points
- A much‑loved wet‑led community pub with a strong reputation for great beer quality
- High‑visibility, high‑footfall location next to Carshalton Station and established local housing
- A well‑established community and charitable identity
- Successful entertainment calendar with strong potential for expansion
- Significant growth opportunity through daytime trade and a simple food offering
Overview
Carshalton is a suburban town within the London Borough of Sutton, known for its village feel, strong sense of community, and family‑friendly environment. The area has a younger‑than‑average population, with higher proportions of families, children, and adults aged 30–39. This provides a stable and engaged customer base with a strong appetite for quality local venues. These demographic factors create a clear scope to broaden the pub’s daytime offer, deepen community connections, and attract new customer groups.
Carshalton is centred around the picturesque Carshalton Ponds and historic buildings, including the Grade II‑listed Honeywood Museum. Local green spaces such as Grove Park and Carshalton Park host annual community events, including the EcoFair and arts initiatives. The town also boasts a vibrant hospitality scene, including a well‑known pub circuit of ten pubs, attracting both locals and visitors.
The Railway is exceptionally well connected, and just a 3-minute walk from Carshalton Station, served by Southern and Thameslink, plus additional nearby stations: Hackbridge (0.8 miles) and Carshalton Beeches (1 mile). Local bus routes link Carshalton to Sutton, Wallington, Morden, and other parts of South London. This accessibility ensures consistent footfall from commuters, visitors, and residents.
The Railway is a traditional Victorian one‑bar pub, dominated by a wrap‑around bar with a main single trading room and an adjoining snug. It can comfortably accommodate around 60 internal covers.
Externally, the pub benefits from a small courtyard garden, featuring potted plants and greenery, providing seating for an additional 40 covers.
Private accommodation is located above the pub and includes:
- Two bedrooms
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Living room
This makes the role well‑suited to a live‑in operator who wants to become a central and active part of the community.
Financial Headlines
Rent: £770.81 p/w
Forecasted Wet Turnover: £448,026
Forecasted Food Turnover: £7,800
Total Turnover: £455,826
Ingoing Costs
Estimated Fixture & Fittings: TBC Rental available at 25%
Deposit: £10,020.50
Stock: £TBC
Training Fee: £500
Agreement Type
Five Year Tenancy Agreement
Landlord and Tenant opted out
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