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About us

There has been an Inn on this site since the 1880’s when it was called the Scales Hotel. The current building dates from the 1930’s and was designed by renowned architect Basil Oliver (1882-1948) who designed a number of “Improved Public Houses” for Barclay Perkins.

Hayley and Steve Pellegrini are the licencees and have been running The Portland since 2004.

The pub has four distinct areas; the Saloon bar is the heart of the pub with it’s real fire place, original wood paneling and open layout. This is also the main dining area for the pub where you can select from a range of great home-cooked pub food and bar snacks. See our Food & Drink section for more

Our famous 200 capacity Venue space is an essential part of the local live music scene and available to hire for any event or gathering. You can read more on the Venue pages.

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Facilities

Beer gardenCocktail barDogs allowedFoodOutside areaReal aleReal fireSmoking areaWiFi freeComedyDJLive musicQuiz nightsBIICamra membersCask Marque

Pub reviews

Reviews

4.5/5

John W__

1 month ago

This was my first visit for a gig at Portland Arms. I'm not sure how that's happened but I'll be back. Fabulous venue. On a warm August evening, with an energetic band, it was very hot and sweaty. I'll be back..... parking is a nightmare though! I've now been back a few more times and, after dark, on a weekday, parking is not too bad at all... and this is Cambridge! Can't wait for the next time.

I Jones

3 months ago

Amazing gig venue for intimate gigs, just astounding sound - every gig has been a delight, and John Bramwell's last week was just out of this world. Thank you for one of the best experiences.

Chas Rust

3 months ago

Love this venue, seen a load of great bands here over the years. It's small, the stage is about a foot high and there's no barrier, so get there early for the best view - either at the front or failing that on the step about half way back.

Sharon Anderson-Frame

5 months ago

Good music venue, nice well-lit garden. The bar staff were quick.

Sergio Alejandro González

7 months ago

The place is absolutely great. Right place with a venue for listening to live music.

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Opening Times

Mon14:30 – 23:30
Tue12:00 – 23:30
Wed12:00 – 23:30
Thur12:00 – 23:30
Fri12:00 – 00:00
Sat12:00 – 00:00
Sun12:00 – 23:00
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Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623