Major national chains eye North Devon beachfront dining spot

A dining spot located on North Devon's coast at Woolacombe is generating significant interest among major national hospitality chains. 

Brundle’s Bar and Restaurant, a prime beachfront venue, remains available for purchase, sparking discussions with several renowned national restaurant and bar operators.

Brundle’s Bar and Restaurant occupies an enviable position directly opposite Woolacombe Beach, one of the UK’s top five beaches, offering spectacular views of the North Devon coastline. 

With a seating capacity of 180 inside and 90 outside, the venue is a business with potential for further expansion. 

Its location within a luxury 70-apartment holiday complex ensures a steady stream of diverse clientele, from locals and tourists to water-sport enthusiasts and families.

“This is an exceptional opportunity for national chains looking to expand their footprint in a premium beachfront location,” said Nic Chbat, Founder and Principal Agent at Unique and Distinctive Homes.

“The property’s 247-year lease at a peppercorn rent, combined with its fully operational state, makes Brundle’s an attractive option for both local operators and larger chains looking to capture a share of Woolacombe’s busy tourism market. Some big names have discarded the location as too rural and seasonal but I am glad to see there are some smart operators who can see the potential with the right business model behind it.”

Brundle’s features a split-level design with an island bar, seating booths, and a raised dining area, allowing for versatile use of space. 

Additionally, the property comes with lapsed planning permission for further development, presenting further opportunities for growth or diversification. 

The restaurant’s outdoor seating area, with its prime position on Woolacombe’s vibrant seafront, is ideal for alfresco dining and sunset cocktails year-round.

With Woolacombe's growing reputation as a coastal hotspot and increasing interest from national chains, Brundle’s Bar and Restaurant is marketed at offers in excess of £2,000,000.