We anticipate that tables will in high demand, so book a table now to avoid disappointment. Our large outdoor heated area in your favourite family-run Cambridge pub is the perfect setting for your post-lockdown meet ups and a place to call your second home. Based in the heart of historic Cambridge, The Maypole is a family-run traditional freehouse that prides itself on giving the warmest of welcomes.

Since 1982, the Castiglione family have greeted many customers across the threshold with the focus on quality food and drinks. The Maypole has been described as having 'a locals' atmosphere within the city centre' and is a real part of the local community, proud to help fundraise for charities and sponsor many of its local sports clubs.

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We are proud to be a family of ambitious people. We work hard for each other, succeed together and know we are part of something special - putting the customer at the heart of everything we do. We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic team members - full and part-time. Whether you are looking for a career in the hospitality industry or temporary hours to suit, please come and talk to us.

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Val

Dec 09, 2021

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This is a pub run by lovely people who obviously care about their customers. The food is amazing (best risotto ever!) and deserts yummy, well above other pub food standards. The drink selection is also awesome. Heated seating outside too! Great place...

Emerson Richards

Nov 25, 2021

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Very nice local pub with different & interesting brews on tap. Had a apricot sour recently that was amazing! Typical Cambridge prices for a pint, but the selection & the friendly, helpful staff make it worthwhile.
Also had a very good calzone-like lunch. Filed with veggies, hummus, and cheese.

Francis Merino

Nov 19, 2021

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We booked upstairs for a big group meet up. Great space! Accommodating staff! Very good beer and decent food!

Thomas Lyne

Nov 18, 2021

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Solid spot for a beer and some food. Great service and an interesting new Italian street food menu to add to the already-iconic pizza. Best selection of craft beers around, and outside seating for a solid al fresco dining experience. A true Cambridge institution, for students and locals alike.

Daniel

Nov 09, 2021

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The staff here are exceptional. It's a great pub and beer selections, but the service is what makes this place great. One of the bartenders was super proactive at creating a table for us, unasked to sit at. Was really impressed by his attentiveness.

Abigail Plet

Oct 25, 2021

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Great outdoor seating space, with overhead heaters too!
Great choice of Real Ales. Polite, helpful and efficient staff. Good real Italian food available from this pub.

Lucy Mortlock Mooosy

Jul 07, 2021

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Warm welcome, really well kept selection of ale and beer. Went to find a pub to escape the football and were not disappointed. Sad we had already booked dinner somewhere else otherwise we would have stayed for dinner, the food looked great too. Did share some chips which were really good.

Radhika Seth

Jun 05, 2020

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They have a diverse collection of beers - loads of options to choose from, including: craft beers, pilsners, ales, lagers, and ciders. They feature a vivid collection of Belgian bottles too. Surely worth a visit!

Megan Major

Nov 08, 2019

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Great pub with a wide selection of gins, craft beers and real ales. The Italian dishes are great, especially the Arancini and the Melenzane Ai Formaggi - the aubergines were perfectly cooked! My friend liked it so much she ordered one for dinner and a second one for dessert! There is also an area upstairs if you're looking for a quieter spot to eat.