Historic inn in picturesque Yorkshire village with links to Richard III is up for sale
Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has been instructed to sell The Highwayman Inn in Sheriff Hutton, near York.
A spokesman said the inn, which has an 80-cover restaurant, is at the heart of a village which is famous for its castle ruins.
The castle was often visited by Richard, Duke of Gloucester in the late 15th century, who later became King Richard III.
Having owned The Highwayman Inn since 2015, owners Ian and Lisa Rushworth have decided to sell the pub because they wish to retire.
They commented: “After 35 years in the industry and five pubs, our decision to sell has not been an easy one. We will be sad to say goodbye, but it is time for a new chapter. We have thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Highwayman, met some amazing characters over our ten years here, and sincerely thank all our customers, local and from afar, for their support. That support got us through some tough times and helped us become the well-established public house that The Highwayman is today.”
The sale process is being managed by Alex Rex, Associate Director – Pubs & Restaurants at Christie & Co, who commented, “It is a highly profitable business that offers potential buyers the opportunity to pick up and run with an established business and live in a highly desirable location. We encourage interested parties to get in touch for more information.”
The pub is being marketed with an asking price of £675,000 for the freehold.