Suffolk: Sudbury's Lady Elizabeth pub looking for landlord

The Lady Elizabeth in Sudbury has been listed with Greene King, having only reopened in January this year under new manager Bexx Hunt.

The pub, in Market Hill, was formerly called The Black Boy and shut its doors last October, but Ms Hunt said she was confident that her team would make the pub a success upon its relaunch. 

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Now, the business is being advertised with a flexible one-year foundation agreement and an annual rent of £28,500.

Samantha Wortley, Greene King business development manager says in the listing: "I am seeking an operator who has a passion and desire to operate a great pub business, complete with letting rooms.

"They will need to be able to drive food and drink sales whilst creating a positive presence on social media.

Greene King is looking for new operators for The Lady Elizabeth in Sudbury (Image: Greene King)

"I am excited for the future of this site, so please contact the recruitment team if this sounds like the opportunity for you."

Described as a charming 16th-century inn situated in the heart of the historic south Suffolk market town of Sudbury, the building was reportedly refurbished to a high standard in 2015 and remains in "good order".

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It also "attracts customers on the busy market days, as well as during the evenings on the local drinking circuit, offering a comfortable environment".

The private accommodation includes a kitchen, lounge, bedroom and bathroom.

Estimated operator turnover stands at £326,002, with a profit of £31,333. 

Those interested should apply with Greene King via its website.