The Darrington, Old Great North Road, Darrington, Pontefract, WF8 3BL | Property for sale | Savills
17,982 sq ft(1,670.58 sq m)
Price on application

The DarringtonOld Great North Road, Darrington, Pontefract, WF8 3BL

  • Freehold

Key features

  • Freehold Public House and Hotel
  • Prominent Building
  • 28 Ensuite rooms
  • Property arranged over three levels extending to 17,982 Sq Ft (1,671 Sq M)
  • Site extending to approx. 1.665 acres
  • Bar and restaurant areas with seating for 147 covers internally and 66 covers externally
  • Designated parking for 72 vehicles
  • Offers in excess of £1,450,000 are invited for the benefit of our client’s freehold interest.

Substantial Freehold Public House and Hotel For Sale

About this property

  • Description
    The Darrington occupies a prominent position fronting the Old Great North Road with close access to the A1. The property offers a substantial mix of bar, dining and hotel accommodation within a traditional pitched roof building. The ground floor provides well-arranged open plan bar and dining areas with seating for approximately 147 covers, supported by back of house facilities, together with 28 ensuite hotel bedrooms catering to both leisure and business guests. The site further benefits from attractive external seating areas and parking for approximately 72 vehicles, enhancing accessibility and overall customer appeal.

    Accommodation
    Internally
    The ground floor comprises an open plan trading area with bar, casual dining and pool/darts areas, a private dining/function room and two function rooms. The ancillary provision at this level includes customer WCs and commercial kitchen. The basement provides a beer cellar, wine and spirits store, beer drop and boiler room. The hotel accommodation is located in a side and rear extension is arranged over both ground and first floors and in total provides 28 ensuite bedrooms. The first floor further includes two flats, laundry room and chemical store.

    Externally
    The property benefits from external seating areas laid out for approximately 66 covers and a children’s play area. There is a large car park providing parking for approximately 72 vehicles.

    Tenure
    The property is held freehold (Title Number WYK26421).

    Planning
    The property is not listed and is not located within a conservation area.

    EPC
    To be reassessed.

    RATEABLE VALUE
    2026 - £125,000

    VAT
    VAT may be applicable at the appropriate rate.

    TRADING INFORMATION
    Trading information may be made available to interested parties upon request.

    Fixtures & Fittings
    The property will be sold as seen, including all fixtures and fittings owned outright. No inventory schedule will be provided, and all items remaining on the day of completion, excluding any third-party equipment, will be included in the sale.

    Money Laundering
    Money Laundering Regulations require Savills to conduct checks upon all prospective purchasers. Prospective purchasers will need to provide proof of identity and residence.

    Terms
    Offers in excess of £1,450,000 are invited for the benefit of our client’s freehold interest.

    Viewings
    All viewings must be made by prior appointment and under no circumstances should any direct approach be made to any of our clients staff. For further information and all viewing requests please contact the sole selling agents Savills.

Local information

  • The Darrington is located in the village of Darrington, near Pontefract in West Yorkshire, positioned just off the A1. The property occupies a prominent location, making it easily accessible for both local residents and passing travellers. The surrounding area is semi rural, with traditional village properties and good transport links nearby.

Available space

Namesq ftsq m
Basement - Cellar98991.88
Ground10,239951.23
1st6,754627.47