Ready to take the next step in your pub operating journey but want to speak to someone before you apply?

Join us for a Craft Union Open Day! Whether you're an experienced pub operator interested in learning more about our agreement (no start-up costs, rent-free accommodation, uncapped earning potential) or someone who has never run a pub before and wants to know what life is like as a pub operator, our Open Days are the perfect opportunity.

During the Open Day, you'll have the opportunity to speak directly to your local Regional Manager in a dedicated 30-minute slot.

Learn about our partnership model, connect with our team, and discover how we support our pub operators to succeed.

Brighton Open Day

Experience the Magnet Hotel Castleford first-hand! 

Join us for a Viewing Day and embark on a guided tour, exploring every corner from the bar area to the garden and truly immersing yourself in its unique character.

This is your opportunity to engage in a deep dive with a Regional Manager, discussing the pub business in detail. Learn about the various agreement options available, discover the valuable support and resources offered to our pub partners, and gain a thorough understanding of the financial aspects and investment opportunities.

Ask your questions and receive expert guidance from an experienced professional. Viewing Days are designed to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision and confidently take the next step towards running a thriving pub business with us.


Magnet Hotel Castleford Viewing Day

Whether you're a seasoned pub professional or just starting out, our Open Days are the perfect opportunity to connect with our experienced team.

Join us and experience a dedicated 30-minute consultation with your local Regional Manager. They'll provide personalised support and guidance, answer your questions, and help you navigate the steps towards running your own successful pub business. You'll also have the opportunity to explore our diverse range of agreement types, each designed to suit your individual needs and aspirations, and learn about current pub opportunities across our portfolio.

Our Open Days are not site-specific and welcome everyone, regardless of your current stage in your pub journey. Join us and take the first step towards realizing your pub dreams!

The Bridge Tap Salisbury Open Day

Experience the Chevin Hotel in Menston first-hand! 

Join us for a Viewing Day and embark on a guided tour, exploring every corner from the bar area to the garden and truly immersing yourself in its unique character.

This is your opportunity to engage in a deep dive with a Regional Manager, discussing the pub business in detail. Learn about the various agreement options available, discover the valuable support and resources offered to our pub partners, and gain a thorough understanding of the financial aspects and investment opportunities.

Ask your questions and receive expert guidance from an experienced professional. Viewing Days are designed to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision and confidently take the next step towards running a thriving pub business with us.


Chevin Hotel Menston Viewing Day

Slug & Lettuce Fareham Open Day

Experience the Shoulder of Mutton Brampton first-hand! 

Join us for a Viewing Day and embark on a guided tour, exploring every corner and truly immersing yourself in its unique character. The pub has been recently refurbished so a great opportunity to see the pub and envision relaunching your new pub business!

This is your opportunity to engage in a deep dive with a Regional Manager, discussing the pub business in detail. Learn about the various agreement options available, discover the valuable support and resources offered to our pub partners, and gain a thorough understanding of the financial aspects and investment opportunities.

Ask your questions and receive expert guidance from an experienced professional. Viewing Days are designed to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision and confidently take the next step towards running a thriving pub business with us.


Shoulder of Mutton Brampton Viewing Day

Explore pub opportunities across the wider region!

Our Regional Events are designed for both experienced pub operators who want to know more about our agreement (no start-up costs, rent-free accommodation, uncapped earning potential) and individuals new to the industry curious about what life is like as a pub operator.
Connect with multiple Regional Managers from across the region to discuss your interests and any questions you have about specific pub opportunities.

You can book in for a dedicated 30-minute slot with both a Regional Manager and the Recruitment Team to discuss the application process and have all your questions answered.

Gain valuable insights into the world of pub ownership with Craft Union and discover exciting opportunities in your area.


Bolton Regional Event

Kendal Regional Event

Discover Your Perfect Pub Partnership at our Joint Regional Event

At this event, you'll have the opportunity to connect with Regional Managers from both Craft Union and Stonegate Pub Partners to discuss your goals and explore the unique benefits of each partnership model. Learn how you can become self-employed with the financial support of Craft Union, taking a percentage of sales while we cover all the overheads. Discover the freedom and control that comes with running your own pub as a tenant with Stonegate Pub Partners, with the flexibility to put your own stamp on the business.

Connect with Recruitment Partners from both Craft Union and Stonegate Pub Partners to discuss the application process, ask any questions you may have, and gain valuable insights into joining our teams.

Network with industry professionals, including representatives from the BII (British Institute of Innkeeping), licensed accountants, and some of our largest suppliers.

Southampton & Hampshire Craft Union & Pub Partners Regional Event

Explore pub opportunities across the wider Midlands region!

Our Regional Events are designed for both experienced pub operators who want to know more about our agreement (no start-up costs, rent-free accommodation, uncapped earning potential) and individuals new to the industry curious about what life is like as a pub operator.

Connect with multiple Regional Managers from across the region to discuss your interests and any questions you have about specific pub opportunities.

You can book in for a dedicated 30-minute slot with both a Regional Manager and the Recruitment Team to discuss the application process and have all your questions answered.

Gain valuable insights into the world of pub ownership with Craft Union and discover exciting opportunities in your area.


Birmingham Recruitment Open Day

Hull Regional Event

Join us for a special Regional Event where you can connect with our experienced team.

This is your opportunity to book a 30-minute session with a Regional Manager to discuss multiple pub opportunities across the region and explore which ones best align with your goals. You can also meet with a member of our Recruitment Team to discuss the application process, ask any questions you may have, and gain valuable insights into joining our team.

Connect with multiple Regional Managers at one convenient location, expanding your network and gaining a broader understanding of our diverse pub portfolio. 

Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with our team, explore exciting pub opportunities, and take the next step towards your pub partnership

Somerset Craft Union & Pub Partners Regional Event

Swansea Craft Union & Pub Partners Regional Event

Ideal for an operator who can take full advantage of the food offer and being part of a large local pub, if you see yourself being involved as part of a great local community in a prime location premises the Magnet is a strong offer.&nbsp;

Magnet Hotel Castleford

​​​​​​Welcome to The Magnet Public House, Castleford

Are you looking for a vibrant and versatile property in the community heart of Castleford? Look no further than The Magnet, a community focussed establishment that offers a unique blend of traditional pub atmosphere and modern amenities.

Key Features:

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	<li>Trade Kitchen:&nbsp;Fully equipped to cater to all your session&nbsp;needs, perfect for serving delicious pub fare or hosting special events.</li>
	<li>Function Room:&nbsp;Ideal for private parties, meetings, and community gatherings, providing a spacious and adaptable environment.</li>
	<li>Bar with Pub Games:&nbsp;Enjoy a lively bar area complete with pub games, creating a welcoming space for customers&nbsp;to relax and build a sense of belonging.</li>
	<li>Beer Garden:&nbsp;A large&nbsp;outdoor area for guests to enjoy a drink in the fresh air, perfect for sunny days and warm evenings.</li>
	<li>Letting Rooms:&nbsp;Four comfortable rooms available for rent, currently aimed at contractors. While not en-suite, they offer a practical and affordable lodging option.</li>
</ul>

Prime Location:

Situated on a main road with high population density, The Magnet benefits from excellent foot traffic and a strong local community. Its prime location makes it easily accessible and a popular destination for both locals and visitors.

Opportunity:

This property presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to enter the hospitality industry or expand their offer. With its diverse range of facilities and prime location, The Magnet Public House is poised for success.

Feel free to reach out for more information or to arrange a viewing. Let&#39;s make The Magnet Public House your next successful venture! 🍻

The ideal Operator would be&nbsp;experienced and well funded with a good knowledge of the local trading scene.

The Bridge Tap Salisbury

Stunning city centre riverside location overlooking the Avon. The Bridge Tap is a contemporary high capacity bar with a mix of decor and bar areas. The&nbsp;bar servery&nbsp;runs down one side of the pub in the main bar area which features 2 bookable booth style seating areas with mini tvs for 12 people.&nbsp; The central area is filled with engineered tables and stools for 30 with further loose seating for 50. At the far end a raised pool area has seating for 16. This leads down to the Snug Area, a separate bookable private party facility with 20 covers. Interior seating totals 130 with a fire capacity of 228.&nbsp;

There is a riverside veranda with 16 seats&nbsp;and the front terrace has patio seating for a further 16.

Stonegate Pub Partners is seeking a food-experienced publican who can take advantage of the trade kitchen to drive trade.

Chevin Hotel Menston

The Chevin Inn is a well-established food operation in a great location with a solid year-round customer base and very stable trading levels. Internally, the pub is in good decorative order, with a central bar hosting an excellent range of international beer brands. With an excellent, well-decorated bar and dining area to pub seats up to 50 covers internally and a further 30&nbsp;externally. The Chevins various sections will give the new publican the fantastic opportunity to offer some of the space for private dining or smaller parties, adding an additional revenue stream to the business. The pub also boasts a well-proportioned kitchen, perfect for developing a food offer. Externally, the pub sits on a prominent large plot with beautiful views over the surrounding farmland and hills. There is a decked area directly to the rear entrance and a large, grassed area with seating under the beautiful mature apple trees. The private accommodation consists of two-bedrooms, a lounge and a kitchen, all in good decorative order.

Ever dreamt of being your own boss, running a thriving pub, and shaping a vibrant community hub? Partnering with Stonegate, the UK&#39;s largest pub company, makes that dream a reality. We offer the best of both worlds: self-employment with the unwavering support of a dedicated team, from regional managers to a network of experienced publicans in your region. From free BII membership to unlock industry insights, to a diverse portfolio offering the perfect pub for your vision, Stonegate empowers you to maximize endless profit opportunities. Plus, our flexible tenancy agreements ensure you have the control you need to succeed.

Due to the size and quality of this operation we are looking for an experienced and well-funded operator with the&nbsp;vision to fully exploit this unique opportunity.

Slug And Lettuce Fareham

Rare opportunity to take over a unique site currently trading at over a million pounds net per annum. This Slug &amp; Lettuce has been developed from a converted church situated in Market Quay, at the heart of Fareham town centre. It is well invested and first impressions are very strong.&nbsp;

With the main public carpark to the rear and facing the shopping centre, it benefits all day from high levels of footfall from shoppers and visitors. At night it is the &quot;Go to&quot; venue for the younger market of residents and students.

The stunning interior trading area is laid out over 2 levels, with a maximum capacity of 440 customers. The highly glazed ground floor has the main bar servery to one side with mixed seating for 50 and the ground floor of the original church with booths, high tables and loose seating for 100.&nbsp;

The upper floor of the church is arranged as a balcony along&nbsp;all 4 walls with loose seating for 36 and a bookable private party section to one end for 20. Above the main bar is another glazed area overlooking the pedestrian precinct, with 55 covers popular for dining or private parties.

The site also benefits from a terrace to the front with al fresco seating for 50 that looks out over the main square.

We are looking for a first-time or experienced publican to immerse themselves with the community to encourage and develop this fantastic wet-led pub.

Shoulder Of Mutton Bramp

**New to the market and with planned investment!**

The Shoulder of Mutton has been the focal point of the town for many years and has been used as a watering hole by generations of locals and tourists for hundreds of years. It is extremely well supported by the residents and is renowned amongst the town for the trophy-winning darts and dominoes teams. Brampton sits just six miles from the beautiful city of Carlisle and is the main market town and base for exploring Hadrian&#39;s Wall. This is a true traditional British pub that appeals to the local community and tourists alike.

Looking for a dynamic operator/couple that have had experience of operating high Wet led Turnover sites - that can integrate within the community - must be passionate about Sports, Music and have some experience with value food to take the Walker Arms to the next level.&nbsp;

Walker Arms New Milton

The Walker Arms is a lovely, traditional pub with well-presented decor and attractive furnishings that create a warming ambience for both locals and visitors. It is of brick construction, under a pitched, tiled roof, occupying an excellent prominent position within the&nbsp;Hampshire town of New Milton in the New Forest district. The property is known for live entertainment, sports viewings and good value food and drink offers,&nbsp;&nbsp;high ceilings, beautiful beams, a lovely log burning fireplace, solid wood floors, attractive bar servery and ample garden external space.&nbsp;&nbsp;The lounge bar/function&nbsp;area (c60 covers) is a lovely traditional bar area with wood and carpeted flooring, a spacious bar servery&nbsp;area and a mix of nicely presented&nbsp;wooden furnishings along with pool tables and large-screen TVs.&nbsp;The public bar (c30 covers) is an area for the &quot;locals&quot; offering a mix of wood and tiled flooring, an open fireplace, and an attractive bar severy for regular customer-goers.

 
There is a delightful beer garden found at the side of the pub, where there are approx 20 wooden benches offering seating for around 60 guests, and a children&#39;s play area. An enclosed area within the garden and to the front of the pub is used as&nbsp;a smoking solution and for further seating. Another garden area is used primarily by those using the function room. A large gravelled car park to the rear provides space for approx 30 vehicles.

Ever dreamt of being your own boss, running a thriving pub, and shaping a vibrant community hub? Partnering with Stonegate, the UK&#39;s largest pub company, makes that dream a reality. We offer the best of both worlds: self-employment with the unwavering support of a dedicated team, from regional managers to a network of experienced publicans in your region. From free BII membership to unlock industry insights, to a diverse portfolio offering the perfect pub for your vision, Stonegate empowers you to maximize endless profit opportunities. Plus, our flexible tenancy agreements ensure you have the control you need to succeed.

<h2>Come and join our events and open days</h2>From pub newbies to experienced Pub Partners, here at Stonegate we host a variety of recruitment events to help everyone, no matter where they might be in the publican process. So, come and pop in for our events and open days, and meet our regional managers to get some direct insight into the Pub Partners world – whether it’s chatting about available vacancies or getting support in becoming a successful partner with us.

<table><tbody><tr><th colspan="1" rowspan="1"></th><th colspan="1" rowspan="1"></th><th colspan="1" rowspan="1"></th></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><h1>Our Recruitment Events</h1><h2>Viewing Days</h2>Site specific, viewing days are an excellent way for any future Pub Partners to have a guided tour of the pub in the company of the regional manager, who will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.<h2>Open Days</h2>Whether you are experienced or new to the trade, our open days are a great way of networking with our regional managers to find out about available vacancies and discuss the steps to running your own business.<h2>Regional Events</h2>This is a great opportunity to meet with multiple regional managers at one event. Here you will be able to discuss more than one vacancy and be advised on which business is best suited to you and your skills.<h2>Coffee and a Chat</h2>You may be invited by our regional managers to meet with them at one of our venues for an informal chat to discuss a particular pub or any available sites in the local area. This is a great chance to speak with our industry experts on how you can achieve your dream of running a successful pub business with us.

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