Food and Drink | Page 2 | Cam Valley Community Rail Partnership

The Cam Valley offers a rich and varied food and drink scene, with something to suit every taste and occasion.

From welcoming village cafés and independent restaurants to traditional pubs serving hearty, home‑style meals, the area is well catered for whether you’re looking for a quick stop or a leisurely meal. Alongside this, local farm shops and producers showcase the best of the surrounding countryside, offering fresh, seasonal produce and giving visitors a true flavour of the region.

Tickell Arms, Whittlesford

In the heart of Whittlesford, serving seasonal modern British food in relaxed surroundings

Photograph of the Plough pub in Shepreth

The Plough, Shepreth

The Plough Shepreth prides itself on great beer and live music from Cambridgeshire and beyond

The Plough, Duxford

The Plough is a traditional village pub serving a wide range of real ales, ciders, lagers and wines with a selection of spirits

Photograph of the Bees in the Wall Pub in Whittlesford

The Bees in the Wall, Whittlesford

Situated on the village's northern edge, this pub really does have bees in one wall

Photograph of the Green Man pub in Shepreth

The Green Man, Shepreth

This family friendly pub and restaurant with a lively atmosphere offers an appetising menu, with large garden, terrace and children's play area.

Photograph of the Three Horseshoes pub in Stapleford

The Three Horseshoes, Stapleford

A friendly Stapleford pub known for its Greek-inspired menu, offering fresh, flavourful dishes alongside a relaxed village atmosphere.

Photograph of the Square and Compasses pub in Great Shelford

The Square and Compasses, Shelford

A Shelford village pub known for hearty food, themed evenings, and a relaxed setting for informal dining and social gatherings.

Photograph of the Rose pub in Stapleford

The Rose, Stapleford

A welcoming village pub in Stapleford offering food, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere in a traditional countryside setting.

Photograph of the Plough pub in Shelford

The Plough, Shelford

A traditional Shelford pub offering good food, local drinks, and a welcoming setting close to the River Cam and village centre.

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A graphic for the South Cambridgeshire Rail and Ale trail. The booklet is shown open on the page for Shepreth.

Cam Valley Rail and Ale Trail

Discover some of the best food and drink destinations in the Cam Valley, all reachable by train. The pubs featured in this trail are located in picturesque villages across South Cambridgeshire and can be combined with countryside walks, heritage attractions, nature reserves and family days out, making them ideal stops on a sustainable day trip by rail.

Cam Valley Rail & Ale Trail