About The Crown & Punchbowl
The Crown & Punchbowl is a quaint country pub, restaurant and boutique hotel nestled amongst farmhouses in the village of Horningsea, just 3 miles from the centre of Cambridge. Horningsea has the best of both worlds – it is idyllic and rural whilst being well connected to the Cambridge Science and Business Parks, just a 5 minute drive away via the A14. Our nine boutique guest rooms are well-placed for visiting Cambridge, Ely or the Newmarket Races.
This Grade II listed country pub was originally an old coaching inn constructed in the 17th century. It has been extended periodically but retains many of its traditional features including brick fireplaces and original timber beams.
The pub serves local real ales straight from the cask whilst the warm and cosy restaurant offers seasonal modern British food in relaxed surroundings. On Sunday lunchtimes we serve one of the best Sunday roasts in Cambridgeshire.
Email us at crown@cambscuisine.com
For group or party bookings, please email bookings@cambscuisine.com mentioning your preferred date, venue and number of guests.
Serving Times
| Mon-Thurs | 12 noon - 3pm |
| 6pm - 11pm | |
| Friday | 12 noon - 3pm |
| 5pm - 11pm | |
| Saturday | 12 noon - 11pm |
| Sunday | 12 noon - 10.30pm |
| Mon-Thurs | 12 noon - 2.30pm |
| 6.30pm - 9pm | |
| Fri-Sat | 12 noon - 2.30pm |
| 6pm - 9.30pm | |
| Sunday | 12 noon - 3pm |
| 6.30pm - 8.30pm |
| Mon-Fri | 7.30am - 9am |
| Sat-Sun | 8.30am - 10am |
Back To School Pudding Night
Friday 6th September 6.30pm
£30 per person including:
– Choice of Main Course
– 5 Retro School Themed Puddings
– Tea & Coffee
After a hearty main course the parade of the five puddings begins! Our host will guide you through the evening’s sweet excesses, introducing each retro school pudding. Throughout the evening you will be invited to score each pudding and take part in crowning the winner at the end of the night!
Please contact us to book:
E: crown@cambscuisine.com
T: 01223 860643
Sleepy Sundays in Horningsea
Boutique Hotel Package
£50 for a double, ensuite room in our romantic boutique hotel on Sunday evenings when you spend £75 in the restaurant. Excludes Bank Holiday weekends. Excludes Breakfast.
Please contact us to book on 01223 860643 or email crown@cambscuisine.com
Monthly Steak Night
First Friday of Every Month
On the first Friday of the month we present a selection of steaks and chops in the restaurant for you to choose. Served with mash or chips and a choice of sauce. Steak lovers are in for a treat!
Booking recommended:
Tel: 01223 860643
Email: crown@cambscuisine.com
Two Night Breaks in Cambridgeshire
If you’re looking for a rural getaway within easy access of Cambridge city centre we offer a special rate of £295. This includes a 2 night day for 2 people in our romantic boutique hotel in Horningsea, a 3-course dinner in the restaurant on one of the nights (excludes drinks) and breakfast on both mornings. We’ll even throw in a £10 voucher to use at one of our other restaurants if you fancy heading into town or exploring more of the Cambridgeshire countryside.
Please book online or for more information contact us on 01223 860643 or crown@cambscuisine.com. This weekend break can also be purchased as a gift from our gift vouchers shop.
Introducing Tempus Charcuterie
***Winners of ‘Champion Producer’ Category at the British Charcuterie Awards***
English Charcuterie Board at The Crown & Punchbowl, Horningsea
£20 (For Two or Three To Share)
King Peter Ham, Gauge Spiced Salami, Coppa, Hand Cut Salami, Crusty Bread, Chutney & Pickles (Add a Selection of British Cheeses +£4)
“In order to make great Charcuterie, you have to start with great pigs”
This is the philosophy of Tempus Charcuterie, an award-winning Charcuterie house founded by Tom Whitaker (Masterchef Finalist 2011) and Dhruv Baker (Masterchef Winner 2010). Tom & Dhruv started making charcuterie as a hobby born of their shared passion for flavour and their, near obsessive, focus on ingredients. After years of trying various heritage breeds they eventually chose the Large Black as their pig of choice:
“We work extremely closely with a small number of highly specialised and passionate farmers to ensure that we have a sustainable supply of these amazing animals raised to the very highest welfare standards. We also take the animals at a much larger size than standard, commercially farmed pigs (better flavour and a much more dense layer of fat which is preferable for our style of charcuterie.) The results, we believe, are well worth all the extra care, attention and effort from everyone involved from field to fork.”
We at Cambscuisine tried the meats on offer and were blown away by their subtlety, flavour and sheer melt-in-the-mouth appeal. We are delighted to be able to offer an English Charcuterie board comprised of 4 different styles from Tempus. The pigs and cattle are reared in nearby Norfolk, Bedfordshire and even a prison in Lincolnshire.
If you’re feeling decadent, a selection of British Cheeses can be added. Please ask for details of our vegetarian mezze board.
Company of the Week
Fancy 25% off food for you and your colleagues?
We’re keen to work with local businesses. Whether you’re in Cambridge city centre or at one of Cambridgeshire’s science and innovation parks.
Set Menu at The Crown & Punchbowl
Monday to Friday Lunchtimes (Excluding Bank Holidays)
The Crown & Punchbowl in Horningsea serves a great value set menu, perfect for a light weektime lunch.
£16 for 2 courses / £22 for 3 courses
