The Swan Tavern in Ripponden presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully refurbished freehold pub for sale in West Yorkshire, positioned in one of Calderdale’s most desirable village locations. Offering extensive trading space across two floors, a modern fit-out and clear scope to grow the business, this property is ideally suited to a hands-on operator or experienced hospitality investor.

Located on the A672 Oldham Road, the Swan Tavern occupies a highly visible and accessible position within the popular village of Ripponden. The village lies in the Ryburn Valley, approximately five miles west of Halifax, and benefits from excellent transport links via the M62 motorway, providing straightforward access to both Leeds and Manchester.

Surrounded by residential housing, independent retailers and other licensed premises, Ripponden is a well-established trading location, making this an attractive option for those seeking a pub business for sale in Calderdale.

Fully Refurbished Stone-Built Public House

The Swan Tavern is a substantial stone-built public house arranged over two floors beneath a pitched slate roof. The property has been comprehensively renovated and refurbished to a high standard by the current owners, resulting in a stylish, contemporary bar and restaurant environment that retains character through features such as exposed stone walls and ceiling timbers.

The ground floor offers seating for approximately 75 customers, with a mix of booth seating and low and high tables, alongside additional standing room. A large central bar servery provides a strong focal point, supported by a compact open kitchen with a double-deck pizza oven and extraction canopy, separate wash-up area and level beer cellar.

First Floor Trading Area with Expansion Potential

The first floor bar provides seating for around 50 customers and mirrors the quality and style of the ground floor. This level also includes a games room with space for pool, darts and additional gaming machines. Currently used primarily for functions, this area offers clear potential to be incorporated into the main trading operation, allowing a new owner to significantly increase capacity and turnover.

Externally, the property benefits from a side beer garden, enhancing its appeal during peak trading periods and warmer months.Pub Business with Untapped Trading Potential

Although refurbished to a high standard, the Swan Tavern has yet to reach its full trading potential. The business has historically operated as a wet-led bar and has been managed remotely due to its location outside the owner’s core trading area. As a result, the pub would benefit greatly from a hands-on operator able to develop the offer, maximise the available space and fully capitalise on the property’s location and presentation.

All trade fixtures and fittings are included in the sale, enabling a purchaser to take over a fully equipped operation with minimal additional investment.

Freehold Pub for Sale – Key Details

• Tenure: Freehold

• Asking Price: Offers in the region of £595,000

• Total Floor Area: Approx. 380 sq m

• Site Area: 0.093 acres

• Rateable Value: £22,250 (increasing to £24,500 from April 2026)

• Planning: Not listed and not in a flood zone

• Services: All mains services connected

This combination of freehold tenure, refurbishment quality and location makes the Swan Tavern a standout opportunity for buyers seeking a freehold pub for sale in West Yorkshire.

Further Information

For further information or to arrange a viewing of this pub for sale in Ripponden, please contact James Boshier at Everard Cole on 0113 450 8558 or 07919 058921, or email james@everardcole.co.uk.