It would appear that the Waverley Hotel, which is empty and up for sale, still remains unsold, despite being auctioned twice online.

However, in early October 2024 the pub is rumoured to be under offer from a local buyer.

Perhaps there is indeed an opportunity here for an energetic young buyer to pick it up at a very good price.

It has great potential. Lovely old building. Great location. Plenty of lucrative bedrooms.

Just needs the right operator in place.

It was run by the same family for many years until about 4 years ago when they sold out to a company who turned it briefly into an asylum hostel.

When run as a hotel it was popular for both food and drink with local clientele. Swan Blonde real ale was their house beer.

It would need a new bar installing as this was ripped out by the current owners.

This could be a golden opportunity for someone who wants a challenge in this fine old Georgian town.