The Nelson pub in Norwich's Nelson Street temporarily closed

A spokeswoman for Stonegate has confirmed The Nelson, in Nelson Street, will be closed until around the end of July.

She added that the pub, which has "great potential", is also set to undergo maintenance during this time.

The Nelson, in Nelson Street, is in need of a new publican (Image: Stonegate)

It is expected to remain closed until the end of July (Image: Stonegate)

The pub is well integrated into the community (Image: Stonegate)

In the past it has been known for its events, games and live sports showings (Image: Stonegate)

The Stonegate website brands The Nelson "a great community pub that has a loyal customer base from locals and regulars".

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It has become known in the area for its traditional pub games and live sports showings.

The venue has two trading spaces separated by a double-sided central bar.

One area contains a pool table and has space for up to 30 covers while the other can accommodate around 50 covers.

The main space is separated into two areas which can accommodate 30 and 50 covers (Image: Stonegate)

The venue has a cosy feel (Image: Stonegate)

Its forecast turnover per year is £337,645 (Image: Stonegate)

Outside, there is a beer garden with a patio and a spacious lawn as well as a useful outbuilding which can be used for storage.

A "light and spacious" three-bed private accommodation is also included. 

The site also boasts a spacious beer garden (Image: Stonegate)

The outdoor space contains a covered patio as well as a large lawn (Image: Stonegate)

According to the Stonegate website, bosses would like to give the job to an "experienced publican" who can "integrate with the local community" and boost footfall.

The Nelson's forecast turnover per year is £337,645 and the guide rent is £346 per week.

Interested parties can enquire via the Stonegate Pub Partners website.