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Is a leasehold pub a good option?

A leasehold agreement or lease is usually a longer-term contractual arrangement, anything between 10-25 years. You commit to paying the landlord rent for this whole period and normally the amount of rent you pay will also be reviewed every 3-5 years.

Pub Managers to Business Owners

Pub Managers to Business Owners

Are you a pub manager looking to own your own pub business? Read Chris and Jade's story and hear how their love of pubs has created a successful community pub they are super proud of!

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What qualifications do you need?

Running a pub is often a complete career change and many people ask what qualifications are needed to embrace the dream of running their own pub and being their own boss.

beer garden at the Unicorns Head

What's a deal with Everards look like?

Everards has been working with business owners using tenancy agreements for over 170 years and is confident tenancies work well for them and their business owners.

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What's a tenancy?

A tenancy is a great way to get into the industry and is widely recognised as a cost-effective entry point into the pub world compared to alternatives such as purchasing a freehold.

Pint of Everards Beer

What's a 'tied' agreement?

This is another question we get asked a lot! We see comments on our social posts from people who don’t seem to understand what it means to be ‘tied’ and also don't understand that this is not a negative thing - it actually has many positive attributes for the business owner.

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Why a tenancy offers security

A tenancy is a great way to get into the industry and is widely recognised as a cost-effective entry into the pub world compared to alternatives such as purchasing a freehold.

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What does a pub manager do?

Pub Management roles are employed positions, where you will be employed by the pub company/brewery you are working for. Pubs with a manager are often referred to as managed houses.

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Can I run a pub on my own?

Read Alison's story, taking on the Recruiting Sergeant back in 2006, she was excited to begin a new chapter of her life.

Pint of Tiger

Do I have to take Everards beers?

In a nutshell, yes! However, we also work with local brewing friends such as Titanic, Lincoln Green and Brunswick Brewery to offer you a great range of beers!

From pub manager to business owner at The Brown Cow

From pub manager to business owner at The Brown Cow

The Brown Cow has long been a part of the lives of Jonathan, Matthew and Damann - so when the trio had the opportunity to become business owners of the pub, they leapt at the chance.

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Are dogs allowed in pubs UK?

If you’ve ever walked into a pub after a long countryside stroll, pint on your mind and dog at your heel, you’ve probably wondered — are dogs actually allowed in pubs?