The Bodhran
Rush Street
Castlebar
Co. Mayo
F23 F652

The Bodhrán presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully licensed seven-day public house in a prime trading position in the heart of Castlebar Town Centre. Occupying a prominent and instantly recognisable town centre frontage, this well-established premises benefits from strong pedestrian flow and excellent visibility in one of Mayo’s busiest commercial locations. Offered for sale as a going concern, the property represents an appealing opportunity for an owner-operator, experienced publican or investor seeking a ready-to-trade business in a vibrant urban setting. Extending to approximately 136.7 sq.m. / 1,471 sq.ft. over three levels, including cellar accommodation, the property is both compact and efficient in layout while offering excellent character and atmosphere throughout.

The ground floor extends to approximately 64.5 sq.m. / 694 sq.ft. and comprises the principal bar area, with a spacious open-plan trading floor, a fitted bar counter, customer seating areas and toilet facilities. The interior has been laid out to create a warm and inviting traditional pub environment, with timber finishes, atmospheric lighting and a comfortable seating arrangement that lends itself equally well to casual day trade and evening custom. The premises is presented in good decorative order and has been fitted out to provide an immediately operational business space with strong visual appeal and a welcoming ambience. The main bar is complemented by additional seating and circulation space, allowing for a comfortable customer experience while maintaining efficient service flow.

At mezzanine level, extending to approximately 59.0 sq.m. / 635 sq.ft., there is a large games room with pool table, additional seating space, storage and further toilet accommodation. This upper level adds significantly to the overall offering, providing valuable flexibility for a range of uses including entertainment, private gatherings, live music nights or overflow customer space during busier trading periods. The split-level design adds character and dimension to the property and enhances its potential as a lively and adaptable licensed premises. A cellar area of approximately 13.2 sq.m. / 142 sq.ft. provides useful ancillary storage and supports the day-to-day operation of the business.

The Bodhrán enjoys all the advantages of a central town location, positioned within easy reach of a wide range of complementary retailers, restaurants, offices and town centre amenities. Castlebar continues to perform as one of the west of Ireland’s principal commercial and administrative hubs, and the town centre location ensures year-round footfall from local patrons, workers and visitors alike. The property’s attractive frontage and established identity further enhance its appeal, making it a notable trading premises with a strong presence on the street.

Altogether, this is a superb opportunity to purchase a character-filled licensed premises in turnkey condition, with excellent existing fit-out, established trading potential and a highly convenient location in the centre of Castlebar.

BER: C3
BER Number: 801141755
Energy Performance Indicator: 778.28

Castlebar is the largest town in Mayo, by population. Castlebar's population boomed in the late 1990s, rising by one-third in six years, and the town is still growing. According to the 2011 Census it stands at 10,826. A campus of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology and the Country Life section of the National Museum of Ireland are two important local amenities. The town is linked by railway to Dublin, Westport and Ballina. The town is surrounded by several villages. The main route to the area by road is the N5.