A COUNTRY pub has gone on the market.

The Rainbow Inn in Cooksbridge, near Lewes, is up for sale as a leasehold for £55,000.

This means the leaseholder, or licensee, takes on the right to occupy the pub for a fixed term and runs it as their own business.

The pub’s current owner Tom Stovold, director at pub group Revived Inns, said the venue “no longer fits” the company’s business model.

Tom said: “Whilst the Rainbow has been successful for us, particularly the Sunday carvery, it no longer fits the Revived Inns business model.

“However, it does present a good value business for an owner operator.”

The historic building has a large restaurant, bar area and function room, as well as three double bedrooms.

It is on the market with leisure property specialist Fleurets.

Nick Earee, divisional director for the estate agent said: “Fleurets have been involved with the property for a number of years and have had a number of genuine enquiries already.”

For further information, or to arrange a viewing contact Nick on 07836 541790 or nick.earee@fleurets.com.