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Top School Formal Venues in Cambridge
Black-tie dinners and May Ball fireworks set the standard high and your big night deserves nothing less. You’ll find standout school formal venues in Cambridge right here, from grand halls near Trinity Street to riverside spaces along the Cam that feel made for a dramatic entrance. Plan a glamorous evening with high ceilings and sweeping staircases, or choose a sleek event space ready for a DJ, dance floor, and a packed photo corner. This is the night for sharp suits, statement dresses, and memories that last well beyond results day. Take a look and secure a space worthy of the occasion.
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![The Ballroom at University Arms in Central Cambridge]()
from £750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Ballroom
200 guestsUniversity ArmsCentral CambridgeFew halls in Cambridge can compete with the grandeur, elegance and history of the University Arms Ballroom - a wood-panelled room that belongs to our city's heritage. -
![Wesley Event Hall at Wesley Hall in Central Cambridge]()
from £175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWesley Event Hall
250 guestsWesley HallCentral CambridgeA spacious event venue in Cambridge accommodating up to 250 guests — ideal when you need a central location, easy access, and a room with real scale. -
![The Watson at University Arms in Central Cambridge]()
from £750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Watson
80 guestsUniversity ArmsCentral CambridgeThe Watson is suitable for more intimate events, accommodating up to 70 guests. Ideal event space for Executive Meetings and Private Dinners. -
![Second Hall (Rinks 7-8) at Cambridge Chesterton Indoor Bowls Club in Cambridge]()
from £1000
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilitySecond Hall (Rinks 7-8)
1000 guestsCambridge Chesterton Indoor Bowls ClubCambridgeA vast and truly unique space in central Cambridge. Our bowls arena is one of the largest indoor arenas in East Anglia, with the space and facilities you'd only expect to find at a dedicated exhibition space. -
![Banyard Room & Lookout Terrace at The Tivoli in Cambridge]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBanyard Room & Lookout Terrace
95 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
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SSteve C.
“Great venue with a fun atmosphere. Staff were helpful and professional” -
![Clubroom at Revolution Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityClubroom
320 guestsRevolution CambridgeCentral Cambridge
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MMelissa H.
“We hosted well over 100 people in the club room, and while it was quite busy, it wasn't uncomfortably full!” -
![Roof Terrace at Revolution Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
120 guestsRevolution CambridgeCentral Cambridge
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JJana S.
“Great mix of party area and calmer areas to have conversations. Guests liked the food despite it being cold.” -
![Rooftop Terrace & Banyard Room (Whole Top Floor) at The Tivoli in Cambridge]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace & Banyard Room (Whole Top Floor)
250 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
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MMaddy B.
“Lovely venue, very easy to use and bar team were great!” -
![Conference Arena at Cambridge Conference Centre in Cambridge]()
from £450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityConference Arena
450 guestsCambridge Conference CentreCambridgeDesigned to accommodate a wide range of events, the venue’s main conference hall seats up to 450 guests and is equipped with a full stage, advanced audiovisual technology, and live-streaming capabilities. -
![Main Bar at Revolution Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar
320 guestsRevolution CambridgeCentral Cambridge
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The main bar at Revolution Cambridge is the perfect space to host your next event. Usually used as a restaurant the ground floor can be transformed within minutes to suit your event needs. -
![The Crick at University Arms in Central Cambridge]()
from £750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Crick
100 guestsUniversity ArmsCentral CambridgeThe sense of elegance without pomposity, of intimacy over corporate formality, is unusual for Cambridge. -
![The Tivoli Full Venue Hire at The Tivoli in Cambridge]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Tivoli Full Venue Hire
800 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
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The Tivoli is an amazing space to host your event. Whether you’re planning for your workplace, friends or family, we’ve got you looked after with 4 floors, 2 fun activities, 2 street food stalls, 3 private hire spaces & a
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Booking costs of school formal venues average £500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data from March 2026:
| From £200 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £750 | hire fee per day | |
| From £65 | per person |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Cambridge, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Wesley Event Hall at Wesley Hall
on Christ Pieces - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: A spacious event venue in Cambridge with capacity for up to 250 people—ideal when you need a central location, easy access, and a room that feels big. -
Clubroom at Revolution Cambridge
on Downing Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The buffet was fantastic and with plenty of options for everyone to enjoy.’ -
The Ballroom at University Arms
on 52-42 Regent Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Ideal event space for Conferences, Gala Dinners, Award Ceremonies, Grand Celebrations, University Events and more.
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