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The Pub

The Pub

The Portland Arms is a traditional English pub serving fine real ales, specialty beers from around the world and great live entertainment in a cosy, friendly setting.
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The Venue

The Venue

For decades the Portland has been an essential part of the Cambridge live music scene welcoming local, national and international acts to our dedicated 200 capacity venue. Continue reading →

Snug Games Bar

Snug Games Bar

Our snug games bar is ideal for smaller gatherings, private events, parties or meetings. Click here to find out more. Continue reading →

Recording & Podcasting facilities

Recording & Podcasting facilities

From multi-track recordings and video shoots to a full Pod Cast studio on-site, we can help you take your performances out to the wider world. Continue reading →

Book a table

Book a table

Book your table in our Saloon or Public bar for lunch, dinner or just drinks.
See here for details and to reserve your space.
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Hiring the venue

Hiring the venue

Whether you are in a band looking for a venue to hold your own show, or are looking for a modern space to hold a meeting or gathering our venue is available for hire. Click here for all the info. Continue reading →

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The Portland ArmsSunday, July 13th, 2025 at 5:00pm
TONIGHT...Expect drama, skill, and pure passion on the pitch. Let's celebrate the incredible women changing the game - one goal at a time. England vs. Wales. Kick off at 8:00pm. #WomensEuros2025 #Lionesses #GameOnGirls
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The Portland ArmsSunday, July 13th, 2025 at 11:38am
Do you like the sound of The Jam, The Clash & The Small Faces? Then you'll love The Circles & Absolute Beginners! Saturday 26th July, tickets from our website.
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The Circles + support (26th July 25)
Tickets are £14 + £1.40 booking fee. Please note: you will not receive a physical ticket. Simply bring your ticket email or purchase receipt plus proof of ID on the night.
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The Portland ArmsSaturday, July 12th, 2025 at 4:14pm
Our Summer Beer Festival is nearly over and the Ales are going fast .... One of our featured Ales has already Sold Out, so come down and enjoy the rest while you still can. Don't miss your chance to sample some truly amazing Ales before they are all gone 🍻
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The Portland ArmsThursday, July 10th, 2025 at 10:30am
If you are going to advertise your BACK TO THE FUTURE QUIZ, why not do it with some style! It starts at 7.30 but if you get down early you may just get a chance to see a certain stainless steel vehicle parked outside. So make like a tree and get down here!
https://theportlandarms.co.uk/wp/event/back-to-the-future-quiz/
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The Portland ArmsWednesday, July 9th, 2025 at 4:30pm
Festival Spotlight: GREAT SCOTT!

Well, we had to get a Back To The Future themed beer for our Summer Beer Festival, ready for our Back To The Future pub quiz tomorrow!
Tremendous hoppy session pale ale from Tiny Rebel, who continue to smash it.

#ThePortland #BeerFestival #RealAle #Cambridge
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The Portland ArmsWednesday, July 9th, 2025 at 1:11pm
One week until Irish Singer songwriter Nell Mescall visits us for an intimate show with support from Eve Christina.
Tickets available here: https://theportlandarms.co.uk/wp/event/nell-mescal/
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Get in touch

If you are an individual, group, band, promoter, club or organisation wanting to play at the venue please go to the VENUE-HOW TO HIRE section. We do not book individual bands ourselves.

For TABLE BOOKINGS in the pub you can do that HERE
For all other pub enquiries you can use the contact form below.

    PLEASE NOTE: This form is for general pub enquiries, not gig venue hire requests.
    See above for links to venue hiring and pub table booking.

    OPENING HOURS

    Monday & Tuesday
    4.30pm – 11pm
    (No Kitchen service)

    Wednesday
    Midday – 11pm
    Kitchen hours: 5pm – 9pm

    Thursday
    Midday – 11pm
    Kitchen hours: 5pm – 9pm
    Friday
    Midday – Midnight
    Kitchen hours: Midday – 2.30pm & 5pm – 9pm

    Saturday
    Midday – Midnight
    Kitchen hours: 4pm – 9pm

    Sunday
    Midday – 11pm
    Kitchen hours: 4pm – 9pm

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    TRANSPORT
    Nearest bus stops: Milton Road and Chesterton Road
    Stagecoach bus info
    Train Stations: Cambridge North (2 miles) or Cambridge (2.5 mils)
    Check and book tickets: Trainline
    VOI E-bikes and Scooters: 2 parking bays opposite pub VOI Cambridge
    Bike Parking: We have two racks outside of the bars
    Car Parking: We have no parking on site. CLICK HERE for nearest parking



    129 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB4 3BA
    01223 357268