Sales & acquisitions

The right venue.
The right move.

Rupert James is a discreet, straightforward adviser for the sale and acquisition of pubs, clubs and social clubs.

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01Our position

A clear view of the deal

Good venues deserve good decisions.

Whether you are ready to move on from a venue or looking for the next one, Rupert James brings a calm, commercially minded approach to the conversation.

We focus on the licensed leisure market and keep the process personal, focused and discreet. No noise. No unnecessary layers. Just clear advice, the right introductions and steady progress from first conversation to completion.

Tell us about a venue

“We make the next move easier to see.”

RUPERT JAMES

What we do

Focused on places
with potential.

A considered route through the sale or acquisition of established licensed venues.

01

Sales

Thinking of selling a pub, club or social club? We help you understand the opportunity, prepare the story and bring the right buyers to the table.

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02

Acquisitions

Looking for the next opportunity? Share your brief and we will help you identify venues that make sense for your plans, position and ambitions.

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03

Licensed leisure

Our focus is deliberately specific: pubs, clubs and social clubs. That means a sharper understanding of the venues, the market and the deal.

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How we work

Simple steps.
Properly handled.

A good deal starts with a good conversation. From there, we keep the route clear and the detail under control.

01

Start with a brief

Tell us what you are selling, or what you are looking to acquire.

02

Shape the opportunity

We clarify the position, the priorities and the right way forward.

03

Make the introduction

We connect the opportunity with the right, serious conversation.

04

Move towards completion

We stay close to the detail and help keep the deal moving.

02Good to know

Frequently asked

Clear answers
from the outset.

What venues do you work with?

We focus on pubs, clubs and social clubs, including established licensed venues and opportunities where the right next chapter is still to be decided.

Can you help if I am considering a sale?

Yes. Start with a confidential conversation about the venue, your timing and what you want to achieve. We can then outline the most sensible next steps.

Can you help me find an acquisition?

Yes. Share your brief, preferred location, venue type and broad parameters. We will use that to understand what a good opportunity looks like for you.

How do I get started?

Email Peter@rupert-James.co.uk with a few details and we will come back to you directly.

Make the next move

Let’s talk
about the venue.

Whether you are considering a sale or planning an acquisition, a short conversation is the best place to begin.

Peter@rupert-James.co.uk Call +44 7784 451064