The Plough

Duxford, Cambridge, CB22 4RP

The country pub that you’ve been waiting for…

The Plough is a rare opportunity to take on a thriving village pub with real character, a loyal customer base and a history stretching back to 1851. Sitting proudly in the heart of Duxford, this beautiful thatched inn has long been a place where locals come together over great beer, homemade food and a warm welcome.

With a well-established food and drink offer already in place and a pub that's woven into the fabric of village life, you'll have the opportunity to build on an excellent reputation while making your own mark on one of Cambridgeshire's most iconic village pubs.

Four reasons you'll love running The Plough
1. Become part of a thriving community

This is a pub where you'll quickly get to know your customers by name. From local groups to regular drinkers and families, The Plough is at the heart of village life.

2. Build on a successful business

A strong drinks trade, homemade food, popular Sunday roasts and traditional pub games provide an established business that's ready for someone with fresh ideas.

3. Own a piece of local history

From its origins in 1851 to welcoming Spitfire and Hurricane pilots during World War II, The Plough has a story that's as memorable as the pub itself.

4. Make the most of a sought-after location

Located in the picturesque village of Duxford, home to the world-famous Imperial War Museum Duxford, the pub benefits from both loyal locals and the potential to attract visitors throughout the year.

At a glance

  • Beautiful thatched village pub with fantastic kerb appeal

  • Established community local dating back to 1851

  • Rich World War II history linked to Duxford Airfield

  • Loyal, established customer base

  • Strong reputation for quality cask ales

  • Proven homemade food offer and popular Sunday roasts

  • Traditional pub games including darts, pool, crib and dominoes

  • Opportunity to become the heart of a thriving village community

Interested? Get in touch with Jay today on 07850 280 881 or drop us a message below.

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The Community

Duxford offers the best of both worlds – a picturesque Cambridgeshire village with a strong sense of community, while being just a short drive from Cambridge and with excellent links to London via the M11. It's a place where local businesses are genuinely valued, residents support one another, and the village pub plays an important role in bringing people together.

The village is also home to the world-renowned Imperial War Museum Duxford, attracting visitors from across the UK and beyond throughout the year, particularly during its popular air shows and flying events. Combined with a thriving local population, nearby businesses and passing visitors, this creates opportunities to build trade beyond the village itself.

For someone looking to put down roots, Duxford offers an enviable lifestyle. You'll become part of a welcoming community, enjoy the charm of village living, and have the opportunity to run a business that sits at the heart of it all – becoming a place where locals celebrate, socialise and create lasting memories.

Your Pub, Your Business – The Everards Code of Practice

At Everards, we’re proud to be part of the Pub Industry voluntary Code of Practice. Our Your Pub, Your Business guide sets out our commitment to doing things the right way and building strong, open partnerships with our Business Owners.

It explains what you can expect from us as your landlord and what we expect from each other, giving both sides clear, fair standards to work to throughout our time in partnership.

The guide covers key areas including:

  • Leasing your pub

  • Rent reviews

  • Renewing agreements

  • Working with Everards as your landlord

  • Managing Amusement With Prizes (AWPs)

  • How we handle complaints

  • Ending a tenancy

It’s all about clarity, fairness and supporting you to run a successful pub business with confidence.

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