19/01/2026 16:05:00
Press Release
Leisure property specialists Fleurets are delighted to bring to market The Boat Inn, a charming riverside pub nestled on the banks of the River Aire, located on the southern edge of Allerton Bywater, just two miles north of Castleford.
The Boat Inn is a detached, two-storey brick building, complemented by single-storey extensions to the side and front. The property comes to market on a new Free-of-Tie lease at a rent of £25,000 per annum.
Inside, the main bar welcomes guests with a well-equipped servery and high-level seating, flowing into a small front extension. A rear bar offers seating for 22 beneath an open ceiling void and stone fireplace, while the restaurant, arranged over two sections, accommodates 54 diners and features a cast-iron stove. Ancillary facilities include a full catering kitchen, cold and dry stores, and accessible WC facilities.
To the rear there is a two-storey outbuilding and small service yard along with a car park for 25-30 vehicles. The most impressive feature is a substantial beer garden with play equipment, bench seating, and a patio with BBQ area which provide the perfect destinationfor visitors, enhanced by the riverside setting.
The property also includes three-bedroom private accommodation on the first floor.
Simon Hall, Director and Head of Agency North at Fleurets, said: "This is a great opportunity to acquire a riverside pub that is both a destination venue and a community hub, perfectly positioned to benefit from passing trade and the growing popularity of outdoor leisure in the region."
For full details, view The Boat Inn Allerton Bywater listing. To explore other pubs and leisure properties across the North West, browse opportunities through Fleurets.