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Cambridge offers a unique selection of free event venues perfect for professionals organising corporate gatherings. These spaces blend historic charm with modern amenities, providing a cost-effective solution for impactful events without compromising on quality or location.

Cambridge

United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

TRANSPORT

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

LANDMARKS

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

Cambridge is a beautiful historic city dating back to 875 when the Danes conquered England. 

HISTORY

There are plenty of world-famous landmarks in Cambridge, from the Cathedrals to the colleges.

THINGS TO SEE

Free Event Venues in Cambridge

Free Event Venues

A charming semi-private dining room in a historic building, ideal for intimate events up to 50.

The semi-private room is perfect for events, whether they are seated receptions or standing receptions. We can accommodate up to 30 people on an L shape table leaving plenty of space to mingle. For standing events we can accommodate up to 50 people with occasional seating for guests. The space is full of original features from a fireplace to beams and original wooden floors. 

Cozy Upstairs Semi-Private room at Cafe Rouge Cambridge for intimate meetings and events.

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Upstairs semi-private room at Cafe Rouge Cambridge, ideal for networking events and meetings.

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Upstairs semi-private dining room at Cafe Rouge Cambridge, ideal for intimate events.

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Buffet

Events

Upstairs Semi-Private room

Other

Cafe Rouge Cambridge

Versatile medium classroom for meetings and training at a modern university campus in Cambridge.

With over 30 classrooms ranging in size, these rooms are the prefect solutions for training, meetings, small conferences, or breakout rooms for larger events. These rooms can accommodate classroom, cafe, boardroom or horseshoe style layouts. 

Modern medium classroom with natural light, ideal for workshops and meetings at ARU Venue Hire.

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Medium Classroom at ARU Venue Hire, Cambridge - modern space with red chairs for meetings.

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Medium Classroom at ARU Venue Hire, Cambridge - flexible space for workshops and training.

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Cabaret

Business

Medium Classroom

South East

ARU Venue Hire - Cambridge

Host the celebration of a lifetime in our exclusive events area, featuring private use of the contemporary Isaac newton suite seating up to 150 Guests with its own private bar and built-in PA system, projector and screen to present those specials moments with your guests. 

Elegant banquet hall in Hilton Cambridge, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Isaac Newton suite at Hilton Cambridge, modern meeting space with skylight for events.

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Reception

Weddings

Isaac Newton suite 

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

A stylish hotel with modern meeting spaces and luxury amenities in Cambridge's vibrant City Quarter.

Clayton Hotel Cambridge, with a unique, Art Deco design, is perfectly situated in the vibrant new City Quarter of Cambridge Train Station. This exceptional venue offers four state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces, recently refurbished in August 2021, that blend elegance with modern functionality. Each space is equipped with cutting-edge hybrid technology, accommodating up to 130 delegates. Enjoy seamless connectivity with complimentary Wi-Fi and indulge in luxurious comfort with 160 uniquely styled bedrooms. The hotel also features exquisite dining options and leisure facilities, including a fitness suite, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees. With highly trained staff dedicated to providing exceptional service, Clayton Hotel Cambridge is the ideal choice for your next business event.

Elegant event space at Clayton Hotel Cambridge, perfect for corporate meetings and gatherings.

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Modern meeting room at Clayton Hotel Cambridge with presenter and audience engagement.

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Theatre

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Cambrigde

The Watson is suitable for more intimate events, accommodating up to 70 guests. Ideal event space for Executive Meetings and Private Dinners.


Elegant dining room at The Watson, University Arms Cambridge, ideal for corporate events.

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Elegant banquet table at The Watson, University Arms Cambridge for corporate events.

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Dining

The Watson

University Arms Cambridge

A modern lecture theatre with breakout area, AV capabilities, and tiered seating for up to 200 guests.

Situated on the first floor of our stunning purpose built conference facility, The Cambridge Building.  The room adjoins the large break out area, suitable for exhibitions and networking, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the gardens and parkland.  The lecture theatre accommodates 200 people in the tiered auditorium.  The first 4 rows of seating can be removed to accommodate smaller seminars or conferences.  There is a height adjustable lectern with microphones, full AV capability, disabled access and induction loop.  The perfect location to host any event that needs to make an impact.

Petersfield Lecture Theatre: spacious, well-lit venue for conferences and workshops.

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Petersfield Lecture Theatre: spacious auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Petersfield Lecture Theatre with tiered seating for corporate events and seminars.

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Petersfield Lecture Theatre

The Cambridge Building

A vibrant rooftop bar with private bar and retractable roof, suitable for summer events and gatherings up to 130 guests.

The Roof Terrace at Revolution Cambridge has a private bar and retractable roof making it the perfect spot for your summer event as well as offering the added comfort of covered and heated seating should the weather not be suitable.

Available to book for up to 130 people for BBQs, Buffets and drinks on our Roof Terrace can also be booked alongside the Lounge Bar for up to 240 guests.

Rooftop Bar in Revolution Cambridge, vibrant event space with stylish seating for gatherings.

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Rooftop Bar in Revolution Cambridge, stylish event space with warm lighting for gatherings.

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Rooftop Bar in Revolution Cambridge with festive lighting, perfect for networking events.

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Rooftop Bar in Revolution Cambridge, vibrant event space for gatherings and networking.

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Standing

Rooftop Bar

Revolution Cambridge

The Debating Chamber at Churchill College, also known as the Fellows’ Dining Room, offers a versatile and elegant setting for meetings, debates, and private dining. Set within Cambridge’s largest college campus, it combines natural light, contemporary art, and a traditional collegiate atmosphere. With flexible layouts accommodating up to 80 guests, the space is fully equipped with modern AV facilities, Wi-Fi, and hybrid meeting options—making it ideal for academic discussions, workshops, and high-level events.

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Wolfson Hall 

Cambridge Bay

Churchill College

A stylish private room for 16-40 guests in central Cambridge, ideal for corporate drinks or private parties.

The Boat Room at The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie accommodates 16 guests on one long table or 40 guests for a standing reception. The restaurant is ideally located on the bustling Trinity Street in central Cambridge.

The Boat Room references Cambridge's academic and scientific heritage with colourful prints adorning the walls. The Boat Room offers the perfect setting for corporate drinks as well as private parties.



Elegant dining space in The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie, perfect for corporate events and meetings.

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Private dining room at The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie, ideal for corporate events and meetings.

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Elegant dining space in The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie for corporate events and private celebrations.

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Elegant dining table with floral centerpieces at The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie for upscale events.

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The Boat Room

London

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

The Debating Chamber at the Cambridge Union Society is a historic, Victorian-style hall with wood-paneled galleries and red seating. It hosts debates, speaker events, and ceremonies, accommodating up to 300 people theatre-style or 100 cabaret-style, and is equipped with a stage, projectors, Wi‑Fi, and a PA system.

It blends tradition and modern functionality, making it an iconic venue for intellectual and public events in central Cambridge.

Cambridge Union Debating Chamber with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and discussions.

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Debating Chamber at The Cambridge Union, elegant throne seating for events and discussions.