Welcome to

The Pavilion
Café & Bar

Welcome to Pavilion Café & Bar – where the village gathers.
Right in the heart of Castlethorpe, this is more than just food and drink — it's a proper community spot. Whether you're dropping in for a morning coffee, a relaxed pint, or a night of live music, you'll always find warm faces, decent conversation, and something going on. 



The official grand reopening of the Pavilion Café and Bar is this Saturday 26 July from 11am, with a shedload of fun all day, including a BBQ starting at 1pm,  live music from 2pm-6pm, lots of activities for the children and much more. Please note that although the bar will be offering a full range of beer, wines and spirits every day, we won't be serving food until Thursday 31 July.

See what's on the menu

Please note we will not be serving these menus until Thursday 31 July

Breakfast

From a light bite to a sizzling Full English, and a cup of the finest coffee or tea - we've got the perfect start to your day!

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Lunch

Lovingly prepared sandwiches, salads and a  variety of delicious hot dishes that are just too good to miss!

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Evening

Pub favourites, juicy burgers, luscious steaks, mouth-watering desserts and daily specials for you to savour!

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Enjoy our special events

We keep the village buzzing with events all year round. From live acoustic nights to wine tastings, food themes, and quiz nights — there's always a reason to pop back in. 

Book a table

We are open seven days a week from 8am – 9pm Monday to Thursday, 8am - 11pm on Friday and Saturday and 8am – 6pm on Sunday.
Walk-ins are always welcome but booking ahead is advisable. Our online booking system will be available shortly but in the meantime please call 01908 893662 or email us at welcome@pavilioncafebar.co.uk to make a reservation ... and bon appetit!

The story of the Pavilion

Built by the Village. Run with Heart.
For nearly 20 years, Castlethorpe had no local pub or meeting place. That changed when the Parish Council asked the residents what they wanted and the answer was their own Community Space where they could meet up for a drink and something nice to eat.
I offered to project manage the build of Pavilion Café Bar — from foundations to fixtures, I gave it everything, and the village gave back.
After a few bumps in the road, I took the reins fully. Now it's a proper family-run venue, a business built not for profit but for purpose — to give our community a place it deserves.
The Pavilion is powered by people — from the team behind the bar to the locals who keep it alive.
Luke Jefferies

All mod cons

The Pavilion is a modern purpose-built café and bar with soothing decor reflecting the heritage of the village, comfortable seating and air conditioning — the perfect place to meet friends.

For the kids

We keep our little guests entertained with Pavilion colouring packs featuring Pavi & Leon, plus family-friendly seating and space to roam. High chairs, crayons, and fun? Always available. 

Dogs Welcome

We're proudly dog-friendly.
Water bowls, biscuits, and belly rubs all included.
Our garden is a great place for your four-legged companions — and our team always has time for a woof and a wag. 

Pavi & Leon

They're not just part of the logo — they're part of the place. Pavi & Leon are our mischievous black-faced sheep and the unofficial mascots of Pavilion Café & Bar.
You'll find them popping up on signs, chalkboards, kids' colouring books, and soon… in a storybook. They represent what we're all about: cheeky, welcoming, village through and through. Read their story here.

Our Virtual Suggestion Box


Got an idea? A request? A wild thought that might work? Our Virtual Suggestion Box is here to give you a say in what Pavilion does next. Whether it's food, events, or ideas for the sheep — we're all ears.


Pavilion in pictures


Scroll through our gallery to see the atmosphere — from full tables and live music to quiet coffees and family moments. Pavi & Leon sneak in too…

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