Legendary music pub up for sale

An iconic North London pub where bands such as Blur, Suede and the Libertines plied their trade, has come onto the market for the first time in nearly 30 years.

The freehold of the Bull and Gate, in Kentish Town, is up for sale as the owners Patrick and Margaret Lynskey have decided to retire.

Margaret said: "We're proud that the Bull and Gate is now on the musical roadmap.

"We started here in the early years with Hampstead Theatre putting on some performances and then we had a Saturday night residency with jazz band Morrisey Mullen for many years before we started putting on other bands.

"It's been a great life - we've served them beer and we've listened to them play. However now it's time for us to step back and let someone else take it on."

Nick Weir of agent Shelley Sandzer, which is handling the sale, said: "This is an incredible opportunity to acquire a public house that has also become a leading music venue. The Bull & Gate has provided an early launch platform for numerous bands and singers.

"This is, in effect, a crucible for musical talent and a place where customer and fans can see the talent up close. The property also offers future development opportunities."

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