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The Maypole Freehouse – a family-run pub in Cambridge with a welcoming beer garden and award-winning ales.

FAMILY RUN INDEPENDENT PUB
IN THE HEART OF CAMBRIDGE

"Best pub in Cambridge! Amazing cocktails and Italian food. Can’t wait to go back!"

The Maypole Freehouse logo – a traditional family-run Cambridge pub established in 1982, known for real ales and Italian food.

"Great pub, dazzling beers, and delicious pizzas. Friendly staff too!"

"Great drinks, amazing food, and fantastic service. Cocktails are a must!"

Situated between Bridge Street and Jesus Green in Cambridge City Centre, The Maypole has been
family-run since 1982, with the Castiglione family in charge. We pride ourselves on quality
homemade Italian food and have earned multiple CAMRA awards for our large, ever-changing
range of real ales and craft beers from mostly small, independent breweries. We are a traditional
pub but with a continental feel, reflecting our Mediterranean heritage.

"Amazing beers, great crowd, and delicious food – my favourite pub in Cambridge."

"Family-run pub with amazing pizzas and a top-notch beer selection."

"Best pizza in Cambridge, great beer, and a lovely atmosphere!"

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OUR SPACES

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LOUNGE BAR

Main bar as you enter the pub.

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Beer Garden

Lounge Bar

A selection of real ales and craft beers on tap at The Maypole Freehouse.

BEER GARDEN

Large outdoor covered and heated area with local artist hand painted murals.

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Upstairs Bar

Spacious beer garden at The Maypole Freehouse with outdoor seating and greenery.

UPSTAIRS BAR

Another area of the pub mainly used for dinning and private hire.

Cosy upstairs bar at The Maypole Freehouse with intimate seating, warm lighting, and a selection of real ales, craft beers, and cocktails. Ideal for private events and gatherings.

Saloon Bar

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SALOON BAR

Our newly renovated back bar entered by a secret door.

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Traditional saloon bar at The Maypole Freehouse, featuring a well-stocked bar with real ales, craft beers, fine wines, and a welcoming atmosphere.
The Maypole Freehouse logo – a traditional family-run Cambridge pub established in 1982, known for real ales and Italian food

THE MAYPOLE FREEHOUSE

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20a Portugal Place
Cambridge
CB5 8AF
T: 01223 352999 (9:30 AM - Midday)

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OPENING HOURS

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Sunday – Thursday 
12:00 – 2:30 & 5:30 – 11:00 PM

Friday
12-2.30, 5.30-Midnight 

Saturday
12:00 – Midnight

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