Well-known village pub with beautiful views on edge of Northampton goes up for sale for half-a-million pounds

A well-known village pub and restaurant with beautiful views on the edge of Northampton has been put up for sale for just under half a million pounds.

The Lamport Swan, on Harborough Road, owned by the reputable McManus Pub Company, is currently on the market for £495,000.

A sales advert reads: “The Lamport Swan is currently operated under management as an unbranded food led country pub/restaurant. The sale of this business presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced multiple operator, or a first time buyer, to acquire a trophy asset.

"Its internal trade areas have been extensively modernised to a high standard in recent years, providing a contemporary environment while maintaining the building's historical character.”

According to the sales advert, the key features of the 18th Century pub include its extensive dining capacity, accommodating over 130 diners. The ground floor includes a bar area with seating for 25, a lounge area for 12, two restaurant areas that seat a total of 80, and a main restaurant area that seats 62. For outdoor seating, the property features two beautifully situated gardens overlooking a valley. The property also includes a car park with space for 20 vehicles.

The pub is featured on the well-known Northamptonshire Walks website. The route is called the Lamport Circular Walk and is described as a ‘beautiful little walk at all times of the year that shows Northamptonshire’s countryside at it’s best’. “Combined with a visit to The Swan it’s a great way to spend a couple of hours so,” according to Northamptonshire Walks’ website.

The establishment has a 4.2 out of five-star rating from 790 Google reviews.

One reviewer said: “Great place to visit, superb food and atmosphere. Nicely presented inside and outside. Would highly recommend this country pub and restaurant.”

Another wrote: “This is our favourite place to eat and have a drink for date nights. We have never had any issues and have been going for a few years now. The staff are friendly, and although it is often quiet, food is always fresh and the service is great.”

McManus Pub Company has been contacted for further comment.

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