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The Granta — Pub, Newnham, Cambridge

The Granta

A waterside pub whose beer garden looks out over Mill Pond.

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The Granta sits on Newnham Terrace, beside Mill Pond. It is a Greene King pub, and the operator's own description calls it a historic waterside pub, pairing a traditional interior with a more modern finish.

The garden and the water

The main draw is the beer garden, which overlooks the pond. Online bookings are for tables in the restaurant; the garden itself cannot be reserved in advance, so arrive early on sunny weekends.

Eating and drinking

The kitchen serves traditional pub dishes, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options marked on the menu. Food is served from 12:00 until 21:00 on weekdays and Saturdays and until 20:00 on Sundays. The bar lists beers such as Greene King IPA, Flint Eye and Prior Life, and the pub runs a quiz every Monday.

Practical notes

  • Dogs are welcome, and the pub describes itself as family friendly, with free Wi-Fi.
  • Opening times change with the seasons and for events, so check the pub's page before a special trip.