Pub food, real ale and live sport in Cirencester

Porters Freehouse is a well-reviewed pub open daily, with freshly made food, a great beer selection and sport shown across three floors.

4.1from 169 reviews Rated on Google
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A freehouse in the centre of Cirencester

Porters Freehouse is a budget-friendly pub in Cirencester, open daily and welcoming to dogs and groups alike. The bar spans three floors, with a ground-floor bar, a pool table floor and a roof terrace at the top.

The food menu features freshly made pub classics including burgers with house-made patties and a selection of hearty mains. The kitchen keeps things straightforward and satisfying, with vegetarian options available alongside the main menu.

Porters stocks a solid range of real ales and cask beers, making it a reliable choice for anyone after a well-kept pint. Reservations are accepted, and booking is recommended for larger groups or busy match days.

Live sport is shown throughout the pub, and the atmosphere on match days is well regarded by regulars and visitors to Cirencester alike.

On the menu

  • Pub BurgersFreshly made beef patties served with bacon, caramelised red onion relish and all the trimmings.
  • Veggie MainsSatisfying vegetarian options including burritos with house salsa, made fresh to order.
  • Real AlesA rotating selection of cask ales and real ales, poured from the ground-floor bar.
  • Lagers and Draught BeerA broad draught selection to suit all tastes, available across all three floors of the pub.
  • Wine and Soft DrinksHouse wines and a full range of soft drinks available throughout opening hours.
  • Live Sport ViewingMultiple screens showing live football and other major sporting events, with a great atmosphere on match days.
  • Roof TerraceA top-floor outdoor terrace, ideal for drinks in warmer weather or a change of scene from the main bar.

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What people are saying

Popped in for a meal and a pint and glad we did, the burger was the best pub burger I've had in a while with a proper home made style beef patty covered with a strip of bacon and caramelised red onion...

Daniel Pearson5 years ago

Great beer choice and a great place to see Villa beat Man City 1-0. Happy days.

Adrian Walters5 months ago

Lovely bar showing all the sports. Watched a few games of football in here whilst away for the weekend. Friendly and great atmosphere. The bar is across 3 levels with the top floor being a roof terrac...

Shell Potts11 months ago

Thank you Mike and staff at Porters Cafe for providing us with a great dinner! We learned a lot about local history and folklore and the food and drinks were outstanding!!! A proper pie!!!

Will G.3 years ago

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Opening hours

  • Monday – Thursday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  • Friday – Saturday12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
  • Sunday12:00 PM – 12:00 AMToday

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Address

34 Castle St, Cirencester GL7 1QH, UK

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