At the centre of every successful pub is a passionate operator.
That's why our approach is different.
We don't believe in forcing operators into rigid systems or generic operating models. Instead, we work collaboratively to match the right operator with the right pub, in the right location, with the right style of business.
Success comes from allowing talented people to play to their strengths.
Our self-employed Managed Operator Agreement is bespoke to both the operator and the pub itself — offering genuine flexibility, autonomy and partnership. It’s a model designed around people, not process. And in the premium pub sector especially, opportunities like this are incredibly rare.
Hear from our operators
Operator - Elephant & Castle
Operator - Black Lion
Operator Recruitment Process
We are all about finding the right people for the right pubs and making sure it is the right fit for you too. Hear from Luke, our Operations Director and let him talk you through what to expect when you apply to join Valiant.
Choose your type of venue.
Some operators thrive in high-volume wet-led venues. Others excel in food-led businesses.
Others create unforgettable guest experiences in premium pubs with rooms. Our portfolio of pubs across the UK are diverse and offer fantastic opportunities, whichever type of pub you’d like to run.
Here are the types of venue within our estate.
Wet-led pub
Value-led community pubs delivering everyday great experiences.
Mid market pub with food
Pubs focussed on quality, consistency, and broad appeal.
Gastro pub with hotel rooms
Premium venues offering elevated hospitality in standout settings.
Exciting opportunities
Pub Operator
The Black Horse, SwanseaThe Black Horse is a charming village pub, situated in the vibrant village of Pontarddulais, just a minute from J48 of the M4. There is ample parking to the rear. The business has an open spacious seating plan, with a beer garden and outside seating to the front of the business.
The pub is easily accessible from Neath, Swansea, Llanelli & Carmarthen, as well as being convenient to all major shopping and tourist attractions.
A true community pub, that serves many local villages. The pub is a one bar, open plan operation, with 2 excellent outside trading area’s also.
Current offer is 26% of the weekly net sales on food & drink.
A dynamic, hands on leader with experience in food, community events and leading a great team. An entrepreneurial character who will drive the business forward, whilst maintaining excellent standards throughout the business
The business offers a large recently refurbished private accommodation, with 3 bedrooms.
Pub Operator
The New Kings, CrookAre you an experienced pub operator looking for your next challenge?
The New Kings in Crook, County Durham is a thriving traditional town-centre pub with a loyal customer base and a strong community spirit. Refurbished within the last two years and maintained to a high standard, this fantastic community pub is ready for the right person to take it to the next level.
- Strong links with local sports teams, including darts and football
- Popular daytime trade with customers enjoying racing and live sports from 11am
- Sky Sports and a pool table
- Home to a strong AWP gaming community
- Busy weekend trade with excellent local support
- Comfortable 2-bedroom accommodation included
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a minimum of 2 years' pub management experience
- Holds a valid Personal Licence
- Is passionate about community pubs and local events
- Has an interest in sport and supporting local teams
- Can think creatively to attract new customers while building on an established trade
- Wants to be at the heart of a thriving local community
This is a fantastic opportunity to run a well-supported pub with strong existing trade and plenty of potential for growth. Interested? We'd love to hear from you!
Pub Operator
Manor House Hotel, HaltwhistleThe Manor House Hotel in Haltwhistle, Northumberland – the Centre of Britain and just two miles from Hadrian's Wall – is seeking an experienced and passionate operator to lead this well-established business, benefiting from year-round tourist trade and a loyal local customer base.
What makes this opportunity special?
- Fine wines, local real ales, premium beers and handcrafted cocktails
- Delicious home-cooked food served all day, every day
- 14 letting bedrooms with strong tourist demand throughout the year
- Attractive outdoor trading area
- Numerous accolades and an excellent reputation
- Strong local support and community presence
- Major refurbishment planned for January 2027, including all public areas and guest rooms
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a minimum of 2 years' pub, hotel, or hospitality management experience
- Holds a valid Personal Licence
- Has hotel experience and/or strong fresh food knowledge
- Is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences
- Enjoys supporting and engaging with the local community
- Ideally lives locally or within a reasonable commuting distance
Pub Operator
Coaching Inn, South MoltonThe Coaching Inn is a standout, welcoming, well established, historic pub, located in the town centre of South Molton, North Devon. Fully refurbished in 2025, it features a large open plan trading area, a large sports bar/function room and rear external patio garden. Dog friendly. Entertainment includes Sky Sports, TNT Sport, Darts and Pool. It also features 11 hotel rooms, providing accommodation for guests looking to stay in a historic setting.
It is a high-volume pub, offering a welcoming and warm atmosphere for both locals and visitors alike. Combining great food, quality drinks, including cask ales, TV sports, darts, skittles and exceptional service, with a strong focus on community engagement and spirit. A place where guests feel welcome, well looked after and eager to return. A strong line up of weekly events drawing consistent crowds. To be at the heart of the community, a place where guests feel welcome, looked after and eager to return. 11 comfortable hotel rooms for guests seeking an authentic stay in South Molton.
Proven experience managing high-volume sites, with sales of up to £30K per week. Strong kitchen management skills, ensuring smooth and efficient food operations. Experience of hotel rooms is beneficial. Ability to create a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring guests feel at home whether they’re enjoying a drink, dining or staying in one of the hotel rooms. The drive to grow the business, while respecting its heritage and reputation. Passion for community engagement, making the pub a true local hub. A hands-on operator who can lead a team, drive sales, and create an unforgettable customer experience. We value a strong background in hospitality, a character that inspires and connects with people and a passion for building a brilliant pub culture. Someone who will embrace and support local events, initiative and partnerships.
· Ingoing costs of £5,000.
· Comfortable live-in 3 bedroom accommodation
· Majority of operating costs covered.
· Market leading percentage share of sales.
Full support from a dedicated BDM and access to marketing and operational resources.
Pub Operator
Red Lion, HeckmondwikeAre you ready to run your own community pub?
The Red Lion, right in the heart of Heckmondwike, is looking for its next passionate operator to take this friendly, traditional local to the next level!
Known for its warm welcome, great pints, darts teams, and lively weekend entertainment, this wet-led, one-room operation already has a loyal customer base — and huge potential to grow even further with the right person behind the bar.
We’re looking for someone with:
• A passion for pubs and genuine hospitality
• Strong business sense and confidence to lead from the front
• Energy, creativity, and community spirit
• At least 2 years of Pub Management experience
• Holds a personal licence
What’s on offer?
• 2-bedroom accommodation included
• Industry-leading percentage share – earn more from your success
• Full business support from Valiant Pub Company
• Fantastic opportunity to make a thriving community pub your own
If you’ve got the drive, personality, and ambition to make the Red Lion the go-to local in Heckmondwike, we’d love to hear from you!
Pub Operator
Leicestershire AreaA Beautiful Food-Led Destination Pub Ready for Its Next Chapter
We’re looking for an ambitious and hospitality-driven operator to take the reins of a stunning food-led pub in the Leicestershire area.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a picturesque destination venue with a strong focus on high-quality fresh food, a welcoming atmosphere, and a beautiful beer garden.
The Opportunity
Recently acquired by Valiant, this pub is already in great condition and is perfectly positioned for an operator to take it to the next level. With a strong food focus and excellent potential for community engagement, this is an ideal business for someone who wants to create a thriving local destination.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re searching for an entrepreneurial operator with:
- A genuine passion for hospitality and fresh food
- Experience in creating exceptional guest experiences
- The drive to grow and develop a successful team
- A welcoming personality that can build strong community connections
- A hands-on approach and commercial mindset
This could be the perfect opportunity for a foodie operator who loves bringing people together and creating memorable pub experiences.
What’s On Offer
- Live-in accommodation available
- A beautifully presented pub ready to trade
- Strong support from Valiant
- The chance to build a standout destination business
- Opportunity to put your own stamp on an established venue
If you’re passionate about hospitality and ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Pub Operator
Sun Inn, RetfordThe Sun Inn has the foundations to become a thriving community hub and destination dining venue. We’re looking for an operator who can combine great food, warm hospitality and local engagement to drive the business forward.
With a full team already on site, this role is ideal for someone who can lead, inspire and develop the team while focusing on community engagement.
We want The Sun Inn to be the go to pub in Retford for:
- Family occasions and celebrations
- Relaxed drinks with friends and neighbours
- Quality destination dining
- Local events that bring the community together
The ideal operator will:
- Be experienced in food-led pubs or destination dining
- Have a passion for creating a welcoming community atmosphere
- Know how to drive family occasions, events and social gatherings
- Be confident leading an established team
- Bring the energy and vision to grow the business
This is a brilliant opportunity for a food-focused operator who wants to build a pub known for great hospitality, great food and a genuine community feel.
There is plenty on offer for the right person'
- Two-bedroom live-in accommodation
- All utility bills covered
- Established team already in place to support the running of the business
- A well-known local pub ready for the right person to take it to the next level
- 30% based agreement
There is an ingoing cost of £5000 for this fabulous pub.
Pub Operator
Various sites, South WalesDo you love pubs and people? So do we!
Whether it’s a Premium food offering, a bustling town centre venue, or a lively community local, we have a variety of pubs waiting for the right person to make their mark.
We want our pubs to be at the heart of their communities — places where guests feel welcome, looked after, and eager to return. Our trading styles vary, but one thing stays the same: the desire to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
You could be:
- A talented GM ready to take the next step and be your own boss
- An experienced pub operator looking for a new challenge
What we value:
- A strong background in hospitality
- A character that inspires and connects with people
- A passion for building a brilliant pub culture
- Low ingoing cost
- Fully operational, newly refurbished pub ready for trade
- Majority of operating costs covered
- Live-in accommodation available
Pub Operator
The Gaskell Arms, Much Wenlock, ShropshireTraditional coaching inn, newly refurbished boasting 13 en-suite bedrooms, restaurant, bar and snug area. Great beer garden to the rear and car park.
The site is performing well under the current operator giving a great platform to start from.
We are looking to create an elevated pub experience with a fresh food menu, cask ales and good value draught products. Comfortable bedrooms for commuters, travellers and tourists and a great place for locals to meet.
This venue would suit an ambitious couple. Ideally with a chef background. Understanding the best way to utilise the venue to its max over the summer and able to manage a good team.
Two bedroom coaching inn available for operator accommodation. We operate on a percentage basis. The only thing you need to pay for is yourself and wages for your team.
Supporting Our Operators
At Valiant, partnership is at the heart of everything we do. In this short film, one of our Business Development Managers shares what it really means to support operators day-to-day — from helping shape strategy and drive growth, to overseeing refurbishments and being there during the busiest weekends. It’s a hands-on, collaborative approach built around trust, flexibility and shared success.