The Blue Ball Inn in South Cambridgeshire

Delicious food cozy and very friendly. Perfect after a walk from Cambridge though the meadows. I had awesome shepherds pie and wife had confit duck.

Stopped for lunch after a walk from Cambridge centre. Really warm welcome and catered for two fussy children - all left full and happy. Ate in the garden and all had baguettes and salads, children enjoyed the different fruit juices and we enjoyed trying a cider and beer. looking forward to a return visit already

An excellent lunch served in the beer garden. Beautiful setting, atmospheric, unpretentious pub with fabulous, friendly service. Even the dogs felt welcome!

Thought it time I wrote a 5 star review as I have been visiting The Blue Ball for a few years now having discovered it due to working occasionally in Cambridge. I usually visit solo after work and sometimes bring friends and family. The staff are always welcoming, the food consistently high quality and the ambience just right. I can't fault it and it has become my favourite pub-possibly of all time. I am also very impressed that all reviews are responded to. Thank you for your hospitality. Rachel

This is a delight,our second visit and is a gem of a place if you want to check out Cambridge ,or are exploring other areas. Food is excellent and the wonderful apartment is superb with a well equipped kitchen and a lovely lounge to relax in. Angela and Toby are relaxed owners and make you feel very comfortable.It's a lovely welcoming place.

Beautiful Gem outside of Cambridge! Visited on a sunny Saturday, staff were very friendly and food delicious especially a favourite of mine sticky toffee pudding! Can’t wait to come back.

Great traditional pub, excellent friendly bar staff. Had chilli and the chicken balti which were both excellent and would have same again next time. Great ambiance, real fire. Was a spot on choice.

What a fantastic venue for a friends weekend away! Good food and drink and amazing atmosphere! Will certainly come back and recommend to other friends!

Wow… propper cooked in house good pub food. Portions perfect size, food very tasty, red hot and made fresh in house.. Duck was very nice Shepherds Pie perfect Apple pie and custard to finish and you could tell the apples were cut fresh in uneven chunks, real cooking done well.. Good selection of drinks Great and attentive staff Clean and nice inside Real warm (literally) with open fire and candle light on every table very nice friendly local pub atmosphere.. Best meal we have had out visiting Cambridge well done 👍 👏

Have lived in Cambridge since 87 and I’m ashamed to say that today’s visit was my first, but it’s not going to be the last. What a great traditional pub this is, proper pub atmosphere very welcoming staff and reasonable prices. The menu is good old proper pub grub none of this overpriced fancy gastro stuff. The pub is very dog friendly and will now be my watering hole each time I visit Granchester. See you again soon and keep doing what you’re doing so well.

Fabulous pub full of character. Warm welcome on arrival, swift service. Great lunch menu, the ploughman’s pork pie was superb, particularly the homemade picalilli made by the landlady! 😋 Lovely vista out front overlooking countryside, beautifully maintained courtyard garden. We will definitely be back.

The views were beautiful. Will visit again. We ate at The Blue Ball. I had Moussaka, and my daughter had Chicken Balti. It was lovely, and the staff were very pleasant.

Walking back from a circular walk along the river at Grantchester, we were happy to see an advert taking us to a pub in the village. We didn’t find that one as the first one we came to looked sunny and pretty and just waiting for us to go and have a well earned drink after 8000 steps! The Blue Ball has such a welcoming couple that we stayed for two drinks and a pie! It’s worth remembering for main food as everybody who was exiting after Sunday lunch sounded very complementary about it! A sunny garden at the back looked inviting too. My partner was pleased with the beer that he hadn’t had before, and my soda and lime actually had a decent splash of lime in it for a change.

We came to this free house for Sunday lunch. Pretty much faultless. A charming beer garden, with some covered seating. Real ales on tap (they change, but when we were there it was mostly Adnams, alongside a Norfolk guest). The short menu of dishes, with locally-sourced ingredients, was clearly home-cooked and made a such a change from the identikit menus most chain pubs are offering. We didn’t sit inside but it’s a cosy, traditional interior. Clearly popular with locals, families, cyclists and walkers. Will definitely be back, and will walk there next time.

I had a fabulous time at the blue ball this evening with wonderfully chatty bar staff! Helen and Emma couldn’t have made us feel more welcome! The food was sublime, the servers were so funny and charming especially the young blonde boy. We can’t wait to come back again very soon (maybe even tomorrow!)

We really enjoyed a meal at this gem of a pub. The style of the bar, the friendliness (and helpfulness) of the staff, the delicious food and excellent beer. The locals were chatting about cricket - I’m not a fan but the comments were also entertaining. We don’t live locally - but if we are ever in the area we will be in there like a shot!

I didn't like this pub. It was full of drunk locals who were loud and seemed to think the pub was there for their sole benefit. OK - It was coronation day, but they didn't look like royalists to me. The beer wasn't that great either. Sorry. I know a lot of people like this place, but when I commented my thoughts to someone the other night, they concurred.

The Blue Ball Inn is so unpretentious, serving freshly cooked home made food which is simply delicious. The super friendly owners and staff are a delight and are very welcoming. We had a most enjoyable lunch....the apple crumble is to die for! Needless to say, we look forward to returning again soon.

Visited several times as we were staying in the village. A great traditional pub with local real ales. How a pub should be. We had lunch one day excellent pork pie and a ham baguette. Staff friendly and helpful. Even managed Ring the Bull on my 2nd ever attempt. Hubby took about 12 goes... If we are ever in the area again we will be back.

Fabulous little local pub, really cosy with a great friendly atmosphere. We had lunch and the food was delicious. Prices of food and drinks very reasonable. Cannot fault & would thoroughly recommend. Will definitely come again.

After a walk round grantchestermeadows I went. Into. The. Blue. Ball pub a nice warm welcome had a cider and. Chilli con carne at. 10 last. 12 it was. Very busy and soon got. My. Order and sat outside in the sunshine. Had to lic...

I went with my grandson to eat a delicious Vegan lunch on Saturday. The room had a wonderful fire warming it and the happy customers.

great little locals pub, with friendly service and good homemade food. Always good ales on draught and nice garden at rear

Excellent pub food and cider, great atmosphere, great food and good music. Nice traditional pub with a map from 1830 on the wall. I'd highly recommend the scotch egg.

We visited in August for two nights whilst attending a celebration of friends in Cambridge. Fabulous room and location fantastic people and lovely food.

We decided to stop for a drink and a bite somewhere on our way back to Birmingham from Stansted airport. What an utterly unpleasant experience! The pub itself is beautiful and cosy and the garden oh! so alluring. However the lady behind the bar could...

The food was excellent and good value for money. We had the quiche and scotch egg. The atmosphere was relaxing.

My wife and I love the walk to Grantchester and have done it several times during our stays in Cambridge. The Blue Ball is not located near the walking paths but you do pass it driving to Grantchester from Cambridge. Today we walked to Grantchester...

Just had a very happy stay at the Blue Ball Inn. It's a really gorgeous, traditional pub in this stunning village. A super friendly team who couldn't have made us feel more welcome. Delicious food and really comfortable and stylish rooms. Highly recommend it!

Visited here for drinks and lunch. Great traditional pub, lots of original features, good ambiance, friendly staff, good beer and food. Pretty views over the meadows at the front and a nice garden out back. Recommended!

Having had a trip around Grantchester, my wife and I decided on The Blue Ball for lunch. The staff were friendly, the beer was well kept, and the food was excellent. Quiche, salad and coleslaw for my wife and macaroni with squash and spinach plus...

A very nice pub with lovely outdoor seating. Very friendly staff and the food was delicious. Not a huge choice on the menu but we really enjoyed our chosen dish. Will definitely visit again.

We walked from Cambridge and were delighted with this pub! The food, service and ambiance were terrific! Highly recommend it!

Such a lovely old fashioned pub, full of character and atmosphere, and welcoming as well. Dogs welcome. Delicious real ale, beautifully kept. Sadly didn’t eat here this time ( have previously) but the food looked delicious.

Stayed at The Blue Ball for the weekend early Feb. First off, Toby and Angela are first class hosts and the staff (all of them) are exceptional. We could not have asked for a more warm welcome (thanks Tasmin) and we were made to feel...

A perfect pub! Good beers, friendly staff, excellent food (Bread and butter pudding to die for!) and a lovely ambience.... just how a country pub should be, complete with a cosy fire. We visited on Friday lunchtime; pleasantly busy but not heaving. We'll see you again very soon!

My favourite pub. Top quality food. Fantastic staff and 5 star accommodation.perfect location for the overlooking the meadows.

Such a warm, friendly and comfortable buzz of a pub. Good range of food - home made, delicious and very reasonably priced, and great range of drinks. Just back after a lovely relaxed evening with a few friends. I must also add that I left a favourite old scarf behind .. when I first phoned to check they couldn't find it, but remarkably - in the midst of a very busy evening there - they took time to call back about 10 minutes later when it was found. Very impressive level of personal service - thank you.

Rooms filthy and the food cold and bland. When the dish was sent back and asked to be reheated we were told no. I understand the challenges hospitality are facing at the moment around staffing and deliveries however there is no excuse for rudeness. The response in regards to the dirty shower, my partner was told that the showers weren't being cleaned daily as they had a shortage of housekeepers. Shocking considering the current covid situation. Over priced rooms and substandard food. Do not recomend!

Two comfortable nights at the Inn. Very clean room with all the amenities. Excellent powerful shower- room warm and snug. There are only 3 rooms at the back of the pub plus a small sitting room with a coffee station nearby. The kitchen produces a small range of freshly cooked meals and sandwiches and the pub has a good range of ales. The atmosphere was super friendly with an eclectic mixture of locals, professionals of all ages. Run by Toby and Angela the family vibe is super welcoming. Parking is only available along the front on the main road.

Wife and daughter and me had an excellent lunch. Small but adequate menu with something for all tastes. Excellent draught ales served with a smile by friendly and welcoming staff. All in all a lovely, good value for money lunch in a lovely atmosphere.

Proper village pub with friendly staff. No parking on site, but space all along the road outside so no problem. Liked the atmosphere and also liked the big wooden heated 'hut' in the pub gardens.

Had a perfect lunch here.Came in this very attractive pub to a warm friendly greeting. Sat down at a table with lit candle and fresh flowers, and a view over field. A fire glowed in the hearth but was atmospherically warming but not too hot. Soulful music played quietly in the background at just the right level. We ate wonderful sausage and bean casserole then bread and butter pudding - both absolutely delicious but the portion sizes were just right so we weren’t too full. Food was very reasonably priced. Had great beer and French rose. Service was fab.Could not find fault with anything. Left saying, very randomly, that even the fussy Goldilocks would find everything to be just right here. Wish more pubs were like this.

Went for a walk to Grantchester whilst visiting Cambridge. Glad we chose here. The blurb about not being a poncey gastro pud did it for me.I liked the simple menu. I hate it when there's too much to chose from as I want everything. I had the chicken which was perfect for summer lunch. My wife had the quiche. All delicious and home cooked.The Service was top notch and very friendly

Very pleasant 2 night stay at the Blue Ball Inn. Lovely quiet position overlooking Grantchester Meadow and perfect location to explore nearby Cambridge - which is reachable on foot. Bright and airy room with cosy private lounge for guests across the hall a suprise bonus. Very helpful staff and lovely breakfast cooked and served by Toby each morning. Would happily recommend to one and all.

This is a gem of a pub hidden away in the village of Grantchester. Very pretty outside space, with a traditional old world inn feel inside. The food however is just not what we expected for the price. The choice is limited, and not that interesting. Unfortunately my friends chicken dish was bland, the potatoes undercooked, with a side serving of green beans for colour. My dish was also disappointing. Being both experienced cooks, (I was a secret diner for sometime), we agreed we would not go there again. It was off to the Orchard for a scone and a cup of tea for us as we still felt hungry. I am sorry if this review upsets the owners but just being honest. However for a cosy drink and a lovely atmosphere its a great pub.

On the outskirts of Cambridge lies a village hostelry offering the best of traditional fare with a friendly welcome and excellent service. The Blue Ball Inn in Grantchester has a couple of comfortable and well appointed bed rooms , a cosy bar area and a delightful rear garden. The food is basic but delicious and Toby , Angela & their team go the extra mile to make you feel at home. The Inn is well located for a stroll through the famous meadows to the gleaming spires of Cambridge , and easily accessed from the motorways. We only stayed for one night but would happily have stopped longer and will certainly return for another visit.....not often you find such a nice village pub!

We chanced upon The Blue Ball Inn whilst visiting Grantchester today. We were welcomed warmly and enjoyed excellent hospitality from the start. We had drinks and lunch in the garden to the rear - the food was outstanding and exceptionally good value, in fact I had one of the very best quiche's I have ever eaten. All food is home cooked and presented well. The whole place was spotlessly clean, including the outside toilets. The staff could not do enough for us, were attentive at all times and thoroughly charming. This will not be out last visit to The Blue Ball, we will be back!

Just stopped in for drinks. This is a freehold and has a small selection of lager. Nice sunny beer garden. Friendly staff

We stayed for 2 nights at The Blue Ball. Toby and Angela are excellent hosts - so friendly and helpful. All the staff were great - friendly and efficient. This is how a proper pub and B&B should be run - Alex Polizzi would have trouble finding any improvements to make!The food is simple but fresh and tasty.We will definitely return if in the area.

Lovely fresh food and friendly helpful staff. We all had a lovely time there. Highly recommended and will visit again soon.

Spent a very pleasant evening/ night here for a visit to Cambridge. Welcoming and friendly hosts. The rooms were very comfortable with lovely thick towels, and beautifully soft bed linen. Easy pretty walk along the river to Cambridge for all ages.As stated simple but good evening pub food (one dish disappointing but otherwise very tasty). Busy locals type pub which was great to see.Great breakfast- fresh berries with Greek yoghurt and a choice of cooked......wonderful locally baked bread.Would definitely recommend this pub as a place to stay for visiting Cambridge and the nearby area. If you want fancier food there are other places in the village you could walk to.

Came for lunch on a day trip from London exploring Grantchester meadows. The pub is in a beautiful setting, the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming to us, especially as we were struggling with both a baby and dog! They gave us a great table, and service was brill throughout. We both had the chicken balti that was so fresh and full of flavour. Would definitely come back if we are in the area again.

We have just spent two nights at the "Blue Ball Inn", Grantchester. We have never experienced hospitality quite like it. From the moment we arrived on Thursday afternoon we were treated like old friends, with a smile and a ready quip of banter. The pub bars are charmingly yesteryear, perfectly suiting the mood and atmosphere of the village; quiet, laid back and convivial almost hiding the the industry in the background which makes the Blue Ball a real winner. We enjoyed two great evening meals in the bar, with food so very obviously prepared and cooked on the premises, nothing pre-cooked or packaged here. The same can be said for the two breakfasts that we enjoyed during our stay. Everything served with friendly politeness. The drinks also showed care and quality. The two cask conditioned ales that I tried were clearly well kept and were most enjoyable.The bed room was clean, and well stocked with everything you might need. There was a good choice of hot drinks, available with teas includingEnglish Breakfast, Earl Grey, Japanese Green leaf and mint Teas, also fresh coffee and Hot chocolate. We also had a generous supply of fresh milk to accompany.We cannot praise the wonderful little pub-hotel-bistro too highly, and cannot wait for the opportunity to visit again.

Popped in for an early meal and drink.Pub "full" but given a table outside-with table umbrella as it had been raining. Whilst waiting invited to go to beer garden at back, so moved to there.Excellent home made Balti and curry arrived quickly along with local ales.Great customer service and delicious food.We will call again when back in Cambridge.

This is a great pub in a beautiful village. The staff were warm and friendly. Despite being very busy this afternoon, the service was still great. Food lovely and reasonably priced. Lots of outdoor seating surrounded by plants and flowers. Dog friendly too. The Mac ‘n’ Cheese is highly recommended, and if you still have room, go for the warm chocolate brownie with a hefty scoop of vanilla ice cream. And the relaxed summer afternoon was even better with a delicious glass of Pimm’s. Perfect.

Our second stay at the Blue Ball and it just gets better! This is the authentic traditional English pub with perfect food fantastically kept ales and the dream location by the meadows and 40 minutes stroll to Cambridge city centre

This was my first visit to a pub in the 10 days since lockdown lifted and the staff here were the friendliest and the quickest by a mile.Its table service only, and while the Adnams stout had run out, the Adnams bitter was pretty good.The marquee in the back garden has gone, meaning you can catch the evening sunshine if you get the right weather.There was three mains to choose from - Chilli, mac and Chees and balti. My balti had loads of chicken and was very good value for £12.

The Blue Ball has some of the best pub food in Cambridge. My Shepherd's pie was warming and wonderful.I'm a big fan of the Blue Ball, but there are two reasons why I am writing a review for this visit.Firstly, there are now a couple of small marquees in the back garden, complete with heaters and blankets, creating even more capacity.And the friendly and helpful service was just exceptional - and the polar opposite of what we experienced at the Cambridge restaurant Tabanco the previous evening.

We popped in for a quick lunch, the food was only Ok, my Chilli Con Carne was average The service was friendly The Adnams pint was very good They’re dog friendly which was also good

A rare find in this day and age. I simply cannot recommend this pub highly enough. The accommodation, the beer (for me Adnams Ghost Ship - what a well kept pint!), the fantastic and so reasonably priced food (Shepherd’s Pie like you would not believe!), the friendly locals and the wonderful publicans, Angela and Toby, make this a must visit! If you’ve read this far then I suggest you book - you will be delighted with your choice for many good reasons!

It's the perfect place for a discerning real ale drinker who likes to go to an unspoiled village pub after a walk along the river.

The Blue Ball is exactly what a pub should be. Warm, welcoming, great selection of beer and wine and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. The food is simple but well prepared pub grub. We stayed overnight in one of their B and B rooms and found it comfortable and spotlessly clean- and breakfast was top notch. Recommended!

We had three lovely nights at the Blue Ball Inn from 9 - 12th September 2020 and were made very welcome by the owners. Our accommodation was very comfortable indeed, lovely pretty ensuite room with comfy bed. We enjoyed the breakfast freshly cooked by Angela every morning, and the bar meals were home cooked and delicious. It was the perfect location, ideally situated for our visit to Cambridge. We had free, safe parking outside the pub and were able to walk along the river for 20 - 30 minutes max into the centre of Cambridge. What a joy to leave the car safely behind. I would certainly recommend the Blue Ball for anybody who appreciates a proper quaint pub, with good pub grub within a stone's throw of all that Cambridge has to offer. We hope to be back to explore more of Granchester itself and the local surrounding villages. Many thanks again for a very enjoyable stay.

Called in today for lunch, having never been to this pub in Granchester before. Been to all the other pubs in the village, but this little gem of a country pub is worth trying.Service is excellent, and the food very good and not over priced considering the area. We were made very welcome by the owner and staff and were allowed in with our little dog, which is always a bonus. Considering all we are going through at this present time you didn't feel uncomfortable.

I have had a very bad experience there. We ordered food but it never arrived and we hadto keep asking for it. When I complained about the service to the landlord he saidif you don't like it don't come back!It is a nice little pub and the girls that work there are nice, but you don't deal with customer complaints like this. It is not acceptable. I won't go back there for sure!

always wanted to stay in this fantastic pub.my friends and i have used it as a stopping off point when travelling back to nottingham from the south east as the beer is totally fantastic in an ideal setting.the accommodation is just as good.staff,landlady/landlord are most hospitable and the food was all fine too.walked along the cam into cambridge,the footpath entrance straight opposite the pub door.if you like your beers bitter with no added extras then this is the pub for you.wherry and adnams southwold bitter impeccably looked after.ghost ship available as well.a pub as a pub should be.

Stopped here for drinks and a friend had a baguette - food looked excellent and reasonably priced. Service was charming and friendly and this is a quintessential English Pub, will be great in the winter but the seats outside were excellent. Aspalls on tap was great - hard to fault!

The pub has two very comfortable rooms upstairs and is perfect for an escape from the city. It’s set in village of Grantchester which is a 30 minute scenic walk along the river to Cambridge. The owners and staff are very friendly and helpful. Has lunch and breakfast there both of which were excellent. Definitely worth a stay!

My husband and I met friends here for lunch on a Monday afternoon. The staff were very friendly and attentive, the atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable. The beer was excellent We all enjoyed our food and spent several hours catching up!

We were delighted to find this pub as TripAdvisor reviews had suggested: good beer, excellent home cooked food (confit of duck with dauphinoise potatoes was excellent, beef casserole and hunk of granary bread was very satisfying), friendly staff and very sociable locals. We will definitely return.

Visited today while visiting my son at university, 2 balti curry’s & 1 beef & ale casserole. Arrived quickly & was very fresh all home made which makes a refreshing change from a pub meal... no packets or quick blast in the microwave here! Menu small which to be fair is a good thing as everything can be done well that way. Sam behind the bar was very friendly as were the locals in there we enjoyed good banter with them, ( all thanks to my mother & Sam the barman) will definitely be visiting again,I look forward to what’s on the menu next time. Emma Coventry.

Following a 6 mile circular walk we decided to visit The Blue Ball Inn (following a friend’s recommendation) for the first time. We received a friendly welcome, decided on our food - two of us had the chicken balti with poppadoms and mango chutney, and two opted for the chilli. The food was absolutely lovely, portion sizes were good. I opted for a pint of Wherry which was really good - The Blue Ball has a lovely warm homely atmosphere- would recommend a visit.

A lovely evening spent in the blue ball. We had a chilli,beef stew,and the veg tagine.all went down a treat. Thanks all.

We received a lovely warm welcome here. Cozy atmosphere and log fire. Delicious food at a reasonable price and treats for the dog! Such a rarity to find a traditional pub. Look forward to more visits after a walk along the river

So glad we discovered this charming, welcoming pub and they were able to fit us in on a very busy evening. Our order of Chillie Con Carne and Beef in ale Casserole were delivered promptly by friendly, efficient staff. Both dishes were delicious, hot and plentiful.

Always wanted to visit this quaint little pub and finally did so on Saturday. Almost more dogs than people, which I love, will definitely return with the dogs. Gorgeous ambience, open fire, beautiful food, great drinks and really friendly staff. Can’t wait to go again.

Cosy pub, friendly welcome, good atmosphere and good food reasonably priced. Will definitely return.

"This isn't a gastro pub - its just a great pub with decent beer and very good food."The quote from the owner says it all really. The menu isn't massive but the vegetarian tagine was perfectly cooked that day (and not taken straight from the freezer) while my daughter's chilli and my wife's mac and cheese were also of a good standard.There's also a good range of Adnams beers - I enjoyed my Blackshore stout, which was almost chewy.There are some great walks nearby, and as this is a dog friendly pub, it must get very busy.I for one can't wait to return again very soon.

הגענו לגרנצ'סטר בטיול רגלי לאורך הנהר מקיימברידג'. הדרך מקסימה ומוכרת, ובסופה מצוי בית הקפה The Orchard, שמפורסם בבוסתן התפוחים שלו, אשר בין עציו יושבים ולוגמים תה, אך גם במחיר היקר שהוא גובה מהסועדים, בהיותו האטרקציה התיירותית המרכזית בכפר. היות שבחוץ היה רטוב והשעה היתה שעת צהרים, בחרנו לסעוד באחד מהמקומות האחרים (והלא רבים) בכפר. שמחנו מאוד להגיע אל הBlue Ball Inn, שסיפק אוירה ביתית, ואוכל מצויין ומגוון במחירים סבירים. נשמח לבוא ולבקר שוב.

Needed a dog friendly pub doing food in the afternoon, so found this one online.

Walking into this pub is like stepping into centuries of history. It has not been changed with lots of interesting features including 'ringing the bull' a very old pub game.

Honest, stylish proper pub. Impressed that the new owners have 'nailed it' within a short time. The food is superb and imaginative. Quiche - perfect, Vegetable Tagine ditto. No chips with ketchup sachets! Bravo

Chose this pub for Sunday lunch after reading the great reviews and have to agree with them all. Loved the building, the atmosphere, the warm welcome for dogs (and owners!) and the food. 4 of us had the beef stew with brown bread and it was delicious. This was followed by apple crumble and coffee. All at very reasonable prices. Enjoyed a perfect Sunday afternoon with family. We will be back next time we’re in Cambridge.

Popped in just to have a drink, nice atmosphere, nice clientele. Didn’t eat but food smelt good. Open fire !

We have visited here in the past for just a lunchtime beer and sandwich when it has been quite quiet. This time we went for Sunday lunch with friends. I had confit duck with gratin dauphinoise and red cabbage- delicious and very reasonable price of £10. This pub has managed to retain the atmosphere of a pub while still serving good food. There was a log fire going and informal arrangement- none of this ridiculous ' wait to be seated' malarkey. You do not feel out of place just having a quiet pint at the bar or having a meal. You cannot pre-book a table here which also helps the nice informal atmosphere. Good garden at the back and tables in front where we noticed food was being eaten as well. All in all very good- we will be back.

We chose this pub as it's an independent and I'm glad we did. Our hosts were super friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. I had mac and cheese and my husband had the beef stew. Definitely worth a visit.

Six of us stayed at the Blue Ball over the weekend and had a wonderful time. The B&B; rooms are beautiful and the breakfasts fabulous. It was a nice change to stay in what is essentially a traditional village pub. There was always a warming fire in the grate in the main bar, which is where breakfast was served. We also dined there on Friday evening. The menu was not large but the food was freshly cooked and excellent. I recommend the very tasty Chicken Balti. Originally we found this pub by accident and decided to return for a weekend break. The position couldn’t be better if walking beside the river to Cambridge is your thing. Toby is very knowledgable about Cambridge and recommended a nice place for lunch on the Saturday. There is also a selection of alternative restaurants/watering holes in the village. The weather wasn’t great but I can’t fault the accommodation, food or hospitality found at the Blue Ball.

Best beer and lovely home cooked food. Would suggest if you are in the area to pop in and say hello. Friendly staff and locals

2nd time we have been here and as good as the 1st! Both had the beef stew that was simply gorgeous it’s a charming old pub with lovely open fire place. Menu is limited but good and all food fresh! Plenty of places to walk nearby. A must visit

My wife and I stayed there a week ago for two nights. We enjoyed our stay, food was great, everyone was friendly and ready to help with local things to do. We did the walk to Cambridge along the canal , plus the walk to the village and Tea room. We traveled here directly from Heathrow by train, and it was a great way to decompress from our jet lag.

Popped in after a walk on the meadows,humans and dogs both warmly welcomed. Food and drink very enjoyable Nice atmosphere ,will visit again soon

Needed a B&B; for a night on a business visit to Cambridge, searched the internet to find a local Inn... and was delighted to find the Blue Ball Inn just a few minutes drive from the centre of Cambridge. It exceeded expectations - excellent ales, good hearty food, delightful bedroom, superb breakfast and very welcoming and friendly staff. Will certainly stay again, and have already recommended to friends and colleagues.

Stayed here for one night last week. We were greeted very warmly and shown to our room which was at the rear of the pub. Beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean with quality toiletries.

We had a three night stay here early in August and were very happy with our choice. The room was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Even though it was situated at the back, with a window opening onto the beer garden, the noise stopped at 10:30 or so. The breakfasts were really good with plenty of choice. We ate here on two evenings and really enjoyed the food, beer and gin. The food is unpretentious, plentiful, tasty and good value.

We came here with our son following years admissions to Anglia Ruskin University for an evening meal with him, the meal was excellent the staff are attentive the food was very very good and there was an excellent selection of beers available, it is a little pricey but in my opinion it was well worth the money due to the quality of the food and the delightfulness of the surroundings and the friendly staff.

We had a lovely welcome when we arrived, and was shown straight to our room, which was a delight and very clean, the bed was very comfortable.

My friends and I went to have drinks to the Blue Ball yesterday around midday.

This was our first visit to the pub, and what a lovely evening we had! Great hospitality from the staff and excellent food. Will definitely be back!

We were greatly impressed by the welcome we recieved in this pub. It had a warm and genuine feel,quick service, excellent food and tremendous value for money. We sat in the garden for a drink before going inside for our food. From the window we could see a footpath leading to Granchester Meadows and after eating we strolled over to the river.