The Three Jolly Sailors is a stunning Grade II listed pub with serious character, prominently positioned on the main Scarborough–Whitby road in the charming village of Burniston. Originally an early 19th-century sandstone farmhouse, the pub blends historical charm with commercial opportunity, boasting a strong reputation, loyal local following, and seasonal tourist appeal. This is a rare chance to take the reins of a well-loved pub with untapped potential for further growth in both food and wet trade.

Inside, the layout is cleverly divided into three distinct trading areas—a cozy traditional main bar with exposed beams and a real fire, a dedicated dining space perfect for more intimate meals, and a bright conservatory that accommodates larger groups or private functions. The food offer is simple, hearty and very well received: think steak pie, scampi, Sunday roasts, and generous daily specials. The pub also pulls a cracking pint, with cask favourites like Black Sheep Best Bitter and Timothy Taylor Landlord, plus guest ales for variety.

The business benefits from a ground-level cellar with excellent access and ample storage, a large, well-equipped kitchen servicing all trade areas, and a warm, welcoming ambiance that draws in both locals and visitors. In the colder months, the focus shifts to community—darts teams, quiz nights, and a strong wet offer—while in the summer, the beer garden and conservatory come into their own.

There’s strong scope here to grow the food business further, particularly by appealing to the many walkers, cyclists and tourists who pass by on their way to the coast. Whether you’re serving up steak and ale pie to walkers fresh from the Cleveland Way or welcoming locals in for a pint by the fire, this pub has the bones of a truly thriving business.