A pub bar with wooden tables, bar stools, pendant lights, and arched windows at The Portland Arms.

Small Snug Bar at The Portland Arms

Bar in a Pub
·
Private space
129 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB4 3BA –
West Chesterton, Cambridge
Up to 30
seats
Up to 45
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

A small, snug-style bar with original features, including a real fireplace, makes it ideal for smaller gatherings, private events, or meetings. The venue features a licensed bar, retro arcade machines, and board games for added entertainment.

It also includes a TV screen, a speaker system, and a vinyl record player, offering a cozy yet vibrant setting for any occasion.

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 + £150 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 + £150 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 + £150 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 + £150 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 + £150 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 + £150 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £50 + £150 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.

Capacity

Standing
up to 45
Dining
up to 30
Boardroom
up to 15
Classroom
up to 25

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Quiet space
Unavailable: Free on-street parking
Unavailable: Paid parking facilities available nearby
Licensed bar
Arcade Machines
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
Unavailable: No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices available
Unavailable: No wedding licence

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult

Host rules

No smoking in the building (smoking area in courtyard garden)

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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Reviews and ratings

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LF
Lydia F.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Very quick reply and great info provided.
5.0

About The Portland Arms

Traditional pub and 200 cap live venue in Cambridge. Pub features two bars with real fire places and wood paneling. Either of which could be hired for a private event, meeting or gathering.

Venue is a separate space with full PA, lighting, stage and green room area for concerts, video shoots or gatherings.

The Portland Arms is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Main Venue at
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Main Venue

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1 Review
5 Rating
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