Kingsland Tavern, Southampton

Property Description

The Kingsland Tavern is one of Southampton's older pubs, having been a pub since the 1820's. The pub occupies a good sized corner plot, looking out over both St Marys Street and Kingsland Square. Having the fortune of being located in a densely populated area of Southampton, the Kingsland is just a five minute walk from the city centre and under 10 minutes from St Marys Stadium, home of Southampton FC. It is surrounded by retail outlets on St Marys Street and is situated opposite the Kingsland housing estate, near to Palmerston Park. Pub Layout

The pub is a prominent two-storey property, with its main frontage and entrance located on St Mary’s Street, and a side elevation facing Kingsland Square. Outside, there is a generously sized drinking area set within the square itself, conveniently accessed via the side door from the trade area. Inside, the eye is instantly drawn to the large horseshoe shaped bar, which sits at the heart of the pub. To the left, there is low-level loose seating and a dedicated darts area, with direct access to the external drinking space. To the right, fixed seating runs along the front window, leading on to the ever-popular pool table. The space is enhanced by several flatscreen TVs and games machines, creating a lively and social atmosphere throughout.

Trading Style

The Kingsland is a wet-led pub with a strong focus on live sports. A firm favourite among Southampton FC supporters, it attracts a large influx of fans on every match day, both before and after the game. At weekends, and following most home fixtures at St Mary’s, the pub also offers music and entertainment, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere. There is scope to enhance the offer further by introducing a simple back-bar snack menu, such as pies, pasties, and hot dogs, to complement the live sports experience. In addition, there is potential to re-establish regular darts and pool teams, joining local leagues and hosting both home and away fixtures, which would help to build repeat trade and a stronger community following.

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