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The Portland Arms

Pubs and live music in Cambridge

01223 357268129 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 3BA

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129 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 3BA

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The Portland Arms is a Cambridge pub and independent live-music venue on Chesterton Road. It serves real ales, speciality beers and food, while hosting gigs and private events in a dedicated venue space for up to 200 people. The pub also offers a snug bar for smaller gatherings and facilities for recording, video and podcast production.

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