The Barley Mow
Hartford's pub for Nepalese spice and community nights.
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Hours today
12:00 – 21:00 (Chef's table menu noon-16:00)
Call us
01480 450550
Find us
42 Main St, Hartford, PE29 1XU
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The Barley Mow
4.3 / 5 (708 reviews)
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4.1 / 5 (343 reviews)
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Disclaimer
Opening and closing hours can change for private hires, events, or seasonal menus. Please contact the pub ahead of time to confirm the exact service schedule.
Weekly hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 22:00
Hartford's ivy-clad inn keeps its log fire burning while serving Special Veggie Tarkari (V)(GF) beside Fish & Chips.
Locals rave about Nepalese curries, river-view lunches, and even a sell-out Christmas dinner hosted by the new team.
Quiz nights, open mic sets, and live music fill the calendar, turning the pub into a lively village hub.
Friendly staff greet everyone—families, boaters from the Great Ouse, LGBTQ+ patrons—with the same warmth.
1700s
Coaching inn serves Hartford's community.
2024
Transitions to new management focused on community events.
2025
Lapen Inns introduces Nepalese cuisine and refreshed interiors.
Deep dive on The Barley Mow.
Location & Atmosphere
Hartford’s ivy-wrapped Barley Mow is a 17th-century coaching inn reborn as a community hub with roaring fireplaces, festive décor, and a function room for events. Quiz nights, open mic sessions, and live music keep the schedule lively while still feeling like a proper village pub.
Food & Drink
After Lapen Inns’ refresh, locals flock for Nepalese specials and buffets that fuel quiz or open-mic nights. The bar keeps well-kept ales, guest beers, and a full spirits list, plus free Wi‑Fi for daytime visitors.
Key Features
- Historic coaching-inn bones with log fires and seasonal décor
- Weekly quiz, open mic, and live music programming
- Spacious beer garden and dog-friendly policy
- Flexible catering for private events and community clubs
- Wheelchair access with plenty of free parking nearby
What Reviewers Say
Guests describe it as a ‘real gem’ thanks to warm service, festive ambience, and food that wins over entire parties—from curries to hearty pub plates—without a weak dish in sight.
Source: Guest review summaries cited in the Detailed Profiles dossier.
Scenes from the dining room.
Every service begins before dawn with deliveries from our growers and ends with guests lingering over a nightcap.
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Signature plates this season.
Kathmandu Tikka (Served in Grill) (GF)
GF • dry
Rack of Lamb (GF)
GF • dry
Paneer Saslick (GF)
veg • GF • dry
Salmon Tikka (GF)
GF • dry
Tandoori King Prawn (GF)
GF • dry
Himali Lamb (GF)
Special Veggie Tarkari (V)(GF)
veg • GF
Veggie Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Dietary accommodations
- Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes available across both menus.
- Flexible buffet catering for quiz nights and group bookings.
- Children's options plus highchairs and friendly staff.
Seasonal specials
- Quiz nights with curry specials.
- Open mic and live music evenings by the log fire.
- Festive decor and Christmas dinners that regulars rave about.
We make arrival effortless.
Address
42 Main St
Hartford
PE29 1XU
Parking
Free car park opposite the pub with accessible bay and overflow for peak nights.
Public transit
20-minute walk from Huntingdon station; Stagecoach buses stop on Main Street.
Step-free access
Level pathways from car park to bar, deck, and restrooms.
Accessible restroom
Ground-floor restroom with grab rails and baby change.
Dog-friendly
Water bowls and treats ready for four-legged regulars.
Stay in touch
Call 01480 450550
Email barleymow@lapeninns.com
Know before you go.
Service & Dining
Service options
- Kerbside pickup
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Table service
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Brunch
- Dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Brunch
Menu Offerings
Highlights
- Fast service
- Live performances
- Live music
- Live sports
- Great bar food
- Quiz night
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Real ale
- Wine
- Cider
- Spirits
- Coffee
- Tea
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan options
- Gluten-free options
- Nepalese cuisine
- British cuisine
- Food
Amenities & Atmosphere
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor seating
- Beer garden
- Television
- Smoking area
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Vibrant
- Welcoming
Crowd & Planning
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Cash
Family & Pets
Children
- Children welcome
- Highchairs available
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Parking
- Free street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Heard through the grapevine.
“A real gem—friendly atmosphere, excellent service, and fantastic food.”
“Festive and homely with the roaring fire—we loved the Christmas dinner here.”
Press highlights
- CAMRA WhatPub
pub with quiz nights, live music, and a new Nepalese twist on the menu.
Follow along
Watch behind-the-scenes prep, cellar reveals, and playlist drops on Instagram stories each service.
Gatherings tailored to your occasion.
From intimate chef’s table residencies to garden receptions, our events team choreographs every detail.
Thursday Quiz
Weekly quiz drawing locals with fun hosts and curry buffets.
- Quiz host
- Buffet add-on
- Prize tab
Function Room Hire
Book the entertainment space for parties with Nepalese or pub buffet menus.
- Buffet
- Private bar
- PA setup
Make a day of it around Hartford.
Hartford invites slow river walks, marina adventures, and quick hops into Huntingdon before anchoring at the Barley Mow.
Hartford Marina
Hire day boats or join guided cruises straight from the pontoon.
Hinchingbrooke Country Park
Woodland trails, boardwalks, and wildlife hides five minutes away.
Huntingdon High Street
Independent shops and Saturday markets just across the bridge.
Secure your table.
Reserve via our booking partners or share special requests and our concierge team will tailor the evening.
Book instantly
Prefer to talk?
Call 01480 450550 or email barleymow@lapeninns.com.
Concierge reservations
Online forms are paused. Email info@lapeninns.com with your preferred date, party size, and any celebrations. Our team will curate the evening and confirm details by reply.
- Share dietary needs, access notes, or entertainment requests.
- Let us know which pub you plan to visit.
- Include the best phone number for quick clarifications.
We reply within one business day.
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