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THE PONTACANNA INN

pub, ROOMS, Restaurant & beer garden 

A modern-day meeting place & contemporary Inn, we're open all day & just a short stroll across the beautiful Midsummer Common from central Cambridge.
We like to think we have it all covered… craft beer, an eclectic range of wines and spirits, fresh, flavour driven food & even a bed for the night, should the stumble home feel too adventurous! Not only that, you can sample our wares in the sun-kissed courtyard during warmer months or snuggle up under a blanket and our heat lamps in the chillier months. Why don't you check out our event space, the ‘Potting Shed' whilst you're there.
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ROOMS
Cosy, comfortable and relaxing. Find out more about our eight rooms sitting conveniently located above the pub.
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Autumn Internationals 2025

The clash of the titans of rugby is back and where better to watch it than at your favourite local! Catch every try, tackle and turnover on our multiple screens around the pub. We've got ice cold pints, delicious pub grub, tasty bar snacks to fuel those cheers and an atmosphere rivalling any stadium. So pull up a pew, grab a drink and enjoy world class rugby with us.

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Autumn Internationals 2025

The clash of the titans of rugby is back and where better to watch it than at your favourite local! Catch every try, tackle and turnover on our multiple screens around the pub. We've got ice cold pints, delicious pub grub, tasty bar snacks to fuel those cheers and an atmosphere rivalling any stadium. So pull up a pew, grab a drink and enjoy world class rugby with us.

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Food & Drinks

Whether it's a traditional fish & chips, pie and mash, or a Sunday roast, our menu features classic British fayre with a focus on quality and good ingredients.
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Well regarded in the Paddington area, we have 10 beer lines and 6 real ale cask lines, which allow us a fantastic range of beers that are always fresh and well-kept.

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LOCAL AREA

Our impressive restaurant and new terrace are open to both guests and the public.

We're passionate about fresh, local ingredients and are proud of our seasonally rotating menu.

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Opening hours

Monday – Thursday
8am – 11pm
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Friday – Saturday
8am – 11pm

Sunday
8am-10pm

KITCHEN HOURs

monday to Friday
8am- 3pm
5pm-9pm

Saturday
8am-9pm
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Sunday
8am - 8pm

Festive Hours

1st & 2nd January
12pm-6pm
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Catch every try, tackle and triumph in the best atmosphere outside the stadium. Ice cold pints, banging food and you!

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