The Staff of Life, Main Street, Mowsley, Lutterworth, Leicestershire, LE17 6NT
A vacant freehold pub/restaurant with private living accommodation, outdoor trading areas and car park. Set within an idyllic location in Mowsley, Lutterworth.
Guide price*
£295,000+
Plus fees
Lot information
Commercial Vacant
Auction details:
Thursday 10th September 2026 @ 08:30AM
BEING SOLD ON BEHALF OF THE FIXED CHARGE RECEIVERS A vacant freehold pub/restaurant with private living accommodation, outdoor trading areas and car park. Set within an idyllic location. Considered suitable for a variety of alternative uses, subject to obtaining any appropriate planning permission.
Property Description
The property comprises an attractive two storey detached pub, on 0.23 acres, which occupies the site of the original Staff of Life, which dated from the mid 1700s.This traditional village inn comprises bar and dining areas, over split levels, with a mix of flagstone and timber floors, open feature fire, part bench seating and a central bar servery, all serviced by a commercial kitchen and having ladies and gents WC's.
The furniture and kitchen equipment associated with the recent pub use will be included within the sale.
On the upper floor is private living accommodation, having a landing, lounge, two bedrooms, bathroom with WC, and benefitting from central heating.
Externally there are attractive seating areas to the front and rear, including terrace and decking, and a gravel surface car park to the rear.
Location
The property occupies a prominent position within the idyllic village setting of Mowsley, within the heart of the South Leicestershire countryside.Mowsley lies approximately 11 miles South of Leicester City Centre, 22 miles north of Northampton, 9 miles East of Lutterworth and 6 miles West of Market Harborough.
The village benefits from easy access to the national road network via the A14, A6, M6 and M1 motorways.
The property has served the local community for generations and would be considered suitable for reopening as a country pub and restaurant, but may also suit a variety of alternative uses, subject to the appropriate planning permission.
Energy Performance Rating
CTenure
Freehold.Value Added Tax
For clarification in respect of whether or not VAT will be chargeable on the purchase price please refer to the Legal Pack.Auctioneer's Note
The furniture and kitchen equipment associated with the recent pub use will be included within the sale.Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the Auctioneers. Please complete the ‘request a viewing’ form or contact the office.DISCLAIMER
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VIEWINGS
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LIVE-STREAMED AUCTION
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*DEFINITION OF GUIDE & RESERVE PRICE
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COSTS AT AUCTION
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