Harrow, West Ilsey

Property Description

The Harrow is a charming and historic village pub located in the picturesque hamlet of West Ilsley, Berkshire. Dating back over 300 years, this pub is nestled in the heart of The Downs, a region renowned for its horse racing heritage and proximity to Newbury Racecourse (just 12 miles away). The Harrow is also ideally located 2.5 miles from the popular Ridgeway walking route, attracting numerous visitors each year. The village of West Ilsley has a population of under 400 but benefits from good access to the A34 and surrounding areas, including Oxford and Didcot.

Pub Layout

The Harrow is a single-bar operation with the servery positioned opposite the main entrance. The trading area is of a good size, accommodating approximately 60 covers, and provides easy access to a very well-equipped Commercial kitchen. The interior has a modern country pub feel with a mix of seating styles and decorative nods to the local racehorse training scene. Externally, there is a large seating area in front of the pub opposite the village cricket green with seating for 60 and a raised side garden with bench seating for another 60+. While the pub has no dedicated customer parking, off-road parking is available nearby and along the village road.

Trading Style

The Harrow has been recently fully redecorated and modernised inside and out to an exceptional standard reflecting the local demographic and style of this high-quality mid-range popular country pub . This pub presents a fantastic opportunity to build on the pubs already exceptional reputation for quality food and drink, including local ales, wines, spirits, and Sunday roasts. The village includes a championship-winning stable and many walkers, cyclists, and racegoers from the nearby Newbury Racecourse, providing a solid customer base.

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