Under Offer
The West Hill Tavern,
67 Buckingham Place,
Brighton BN1 3PQ
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Suis Generis, Development
2,381 Sq Ft (221.19 Sq M)
- Prominent corner location on junction of Buckingham Place and Howard Place
- Within 250 metres of Brighton Station and 350 metres of Seven Dials
- Long established public house
- 2 bed flat to the 1st floor with separate access
- Suitable for ongoing pub use or conversion to alternative uses subject to planning
Location
The property is situated in the West Hill area of Brighton. It is positioned midway between Brighton Station and Seven Dials, just a 2-minute walk from the station.
West Hill is a, largely residential, designated conservation area in Brighton situated on the hill rising west from Brighton railway station toward Seven Dials. Developed in the 1840s and 50s, it is known for its late Victorian architecture, strong community feel, and proximity to the city centre, featuring a mix of small terraced houses and larger semi-detached villas.
Description
The property comprises a corner pub located on the junction of Buckingham Place and Howard Place, built, we understand, in the 1850s.
The accommodation is arranged over basement (providing beer cellars and stores), ground (the main pub and customer WCs) and first (2 bed flat with lounge, kitchen, bathroom and commercial kitchen for the pub) floors.
There is a small garden at the rear of the property.
Energy Performance Rating
We understand the property has an EPC rating of C - 73
Planning
The prevailing public house use is classed as Sui Generis whilst the flat falls under the Class C3 under the Use Classes Order.
The property has potential to convert to alternative uses, subject to planning.
Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries to confirm the prevailing planning position and the potential for alternative uses.
Taxation
Rateable Value (2026): £11,500
Occupiers will pay approximately 38% of this per annum.
Terms
Offers are invited in the region of £375,000 for the freehold interest with vacant possession on completion.
VAT
Rents and prices are quoted exclusive but may be subject to VAT.
Legal Fees
Each party to bear their own legal costs incurred.
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations 2017
In accordance with current Government legislation, we are legally required to conduct Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all prospective purchasers or tenants where the transaction involves a capital value of €15,000 (EUR) or more, or a rental value of €10,000 (EUR) per calendar month or greater.
This process includes verifying identity, as well as confirming the source and availability of funds. Please note that we must obtain and record this information before any transaction can be formalised or contracts exchanged.
Flude Property Consultants for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: i) these particulars are set out in good faith and are believed to be correct but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form any part of any contract; ii) no person in the employment of Flude Property Consultants has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
Please note that whilst we endeavour to confirm the prevailing approved planning use for properties we market, we can offer no guarantees in this regard. Planning information is stated to the best of our knowledge. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves in respect of planning issues.
We advise interested parties to make their own enquiries to the local authority to verify the above and the level of business rates payable in view of possible transitional arrangements and any reliefs.