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Unicorn

Unicorn

Colmore Lane, Kingwood Common, Henley on Thames., Oxfordshire, RG9 5LX

Guide Rent: £34,000 Per annum payable weekly in advance by direct debit.

Food & Drink Food & Drink
Internal Covers 24 Internal Covers
Outside / Patio covers 65 Outside / Patio covers
Car Park Spaces 10 Car Park Spaces
Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Unicorn

The Unicorn is a charming country pub and restaurant set in the rural village of Kingwood, near Henley-on-Thames. Dating back to the 19th century, it blends traditional character with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, offering cosy interiors with open fires in winter and a spacious garden for warmer months.

Known for its friendly, community feel, it serves a mix of British pub dishes and seasonal favourites alongside a good selection of drinks. Popular with locals, walkers, and families (including dogs), it’s a laid-back spot to enjoy food, drinks, and social occasions in a picturesque countryside setting.

The Unicorn is a charming country pub in the picturesque village of Kingwood, just a short drive from Henley-on-Thames and Reading. With a strong existing food and drink trade, a welcoming bar and dining area, well-kept beer garden, and comfortable private accommodation, it offers an excellent opportunity for experienced operators to build on an already successful business. 

The Unicorn is a beautiful country pub, set in an affluent rural area, yet only a short distance from Henley on Thames and Reading. With a good existing trade for both food and drink, and a very well-kept interior, the Unicorn is an ideal opportunity for experienced and professional licensees looking to move to this idyllic area.

Kingwood is a pretty village area north of Reading, and close to Henley on Thames and Caversham. The nearby village of Sonning Common has various amenities, and Henley is a short drive away with an array of shops and services, as well as a choice of schools. There are good road links to surrounding towns.

Trade: Open bar area with adjacent dining room, trade kitchen, well attended trade garden & car park, plus en-suite letting flat. Cellar and WC’s. Inside covers 48, outside 65. Private: above the main building with 2 double bedrooms, sitting room, office & bathroom.

The business currently is a solid base, and the current tenant has maintained high standards throughout. Future licensees would wish to continue this standard to organically grow the business, cementing the local drinking trade, whilst growing the food sales.

We seek experienced operators with very high standards and a good understanding of delivering a food operation within a rural local pub format. Applicants must have or be able to apply for a personal license.

You will need to estimate the turnover you expect from the pub. The current barrelage is given to assist you with calculations, but you need to estimate the food sales.

Five year tenancy agreements with an additional service charge that covers property insurance, servicing of heating and cellar cooling equipment etc. There is a full wet tie unless agreed otherwise.

Five year tenancy agreements with an additional service charge that covers property insurance, servicing of heating and cellar cooling equipment etc. There is a full wet tie unless agreed otherwise.

Mon –Thurs: 11am-11.00pm

Fri & Sat: 11am-1.00am Sun: 11am -11.00pm

DOWNLOADABLE ASSETS

MEET YOUR BDM
Gerard Winder

Gerard Winder

I joined W H Brakspear & Sons in December 2011 and spent two years away from the business working for another family brewer prior to returning in 2019. For me, the best part of the job is working closely with the business owners to help them achieve their aims of being successful. Each operator brings a different skillset so understanding where those gaps are and helping them improve in those areas brings great personal satisfaction.

Financial Information

Guide Rent

Per annum payable weekly in advance by direct debit. Retail Price Indexation applies to rents.

34,000

Minimum capital required

Minimum amount of capital available upfront to cover the costs of starting and running the pub tenancy.

20,234

Estimated Ingoings

Includes a security deposit (3 months of base rent), rent , service charge and insurance advance, stock, glassware, loose goods, training contribution and working capital of £4,250.

15,984

Fixtures & fittings

Fixtures are the parts fixed within the building such as the bar or plumbing, while fittings are the moveable goods such as tables, chairs, and equipment that you’ll use during your tenancy.
(Note: F&F- Circa £15,000 plus VAT.)

15,000

Rateable value

Draft 2026 figure. Please contact the local authority to find out actual rates payable.

27,500
Trade Volumes
2022
2023
2024
2025
YTD: 2026
Draught Beer & Cider (36 gallon units)
116.21
112.21
107.97
113.14
123.88
Packaged (litres)
269.28
410.11
430.08
350.02
326.26
Minerals (10 litres)
192.72
150.40
142.05
98.35
139.09
Spirits (litres)
205.95
177.15
149.15
76.2
56.7
Wines (litres)
3189.25
3034.95
2990.9
2520.75
2251.13

THE LOCATION

Kingwood is a pretty village area north of Reading, and close to Henley on Thames and Caversham. The nearby village of Sonning Common has various amenities, and Henley is a short drive away with an array of shops and services, as well as a choice of schools. There are good road links to surrounding towns.

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Unicorn

Colmore Lane, Kingwood Common, Henley on Thames., Oxfordshire, RG9 5LX

The Unicorn is a charming country pub and restaurant set in the rural village of Kingwood, near Henley-on-Thames. Dating back to the 19th century, offering cosy interiors with open fires in winter and a spacious garden for warmer months.

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Internal Covers 24 Internal Covers
Outside / Patio covers 65 Outside / Patio covers
Car Park Spaces 10 Car Park Spaces
Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Rent: £34,000

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TALENT and MARKETING MANAGER

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