Situated in the attractive Northumberland village of Glanton, The Queens Head
occupies an enviable position amidst some of the county’s most beautiful and sought
after countryside. The village lies just off the A697, providing convenient access to the
surrounding towns and villages, and is located only a few miles east of the
Northumberland National Park. This spectacular landscape is home to the Cheviot Hills,
miles of unspoilt countryside and the internationally renowned Northumberland
International Dark Sky Park, one of the largest protected dark sky areas in the world.
The Queens Head presents an exciting and versatile opportunity for a purchaser looking
to acquire a traditional country public house and restaurant with considerable scope for
future development and alternative uses, subject to correct consents. The
accommodation incorporates a public house and commercial trading area, together
with well-appointed private living accommodation and four double en-suite letting
bedrooms, providing an excellent foundation for a hospitality-led business.
The accommodation comprises an entrance porch leading into the main bar area with
log burning stove and two further reception areas as well as a commercial kitchen
which is well proportioned with a selection of cooking, washing and refrigeration
appliances, as well as ample prep areas and storage. Furthermore there is a utility room,
laundry, cellar and three toilets.
To the first floor there are four ensuite bedrooms all of which are double in size as well
as a further bedroom with a walk in wardrobe. There is access off the hallway to a
further sitting room, kitchen/dining room and bedroom with access to a family
bathroom. This area provides opportunity for a managers accommodation.
Externally the property boasts an enclosed garden with covered seating area, patio and
ample parking to the front of the building.
In summary, The Queens Head represents a rare opportunity to purchase a characterful
detached stone-built property in an attractive Northumberland village, offering
flexibility of use, established accommodation facilities and sig potential for an owner
occupier, hospitality operator, investor or developer.
With recent improvements including a new oil boiler and an unvented hot water tank
system and immersion heater.
Location
Glanton is a rural village nestled in the Northumberland countryside, approximately 9 miles west of
the historic market town of Alnwick. Built on a south facing spur of Glanton Hill at an elevation of
about 1500 feet the village has a superb range of views across the Vale of Whittingham, framed by
the Cheviots to the north, Simonside to the south and the Otterburn Moors to the West. A paradise
for walkers and ramblers, Glanton offers several popular walking routes as well as local amenities
including the Queens Head public house. Access to a bus within the village provides access to
Alnwick and Newcastle.
Nearby market town of Alnwick is a short drive and is a thriving, historic market town featuring the
famous Castle and Gardens which continue to be the backbone of the town’s success. There is a
range of shopping, educational, medical and recreational facilities. Communications are good with
easy access to the A1 for travelling north to Edinburgh and south to Newcastle.
The main line train service (East Coast) at Alnmouth makes it accessible to commuters.
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil-fired central heating.
Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax
Currently listed business rates.
