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Top Reception Venues in Cambridge
Tie the knot, then toast it properly. Cambridge has wedding reception venues that are out of the ordinary. Elegant halls behind ancient college walls, riverside pubs with fairy lights and fizz, garden spaces that feel straight out of a period drama, and many more. You could celebrate steps from the River Cam, near the Bridge of Sighs, or even in a cosy spot just off Mill Road that’s perfect for a relaxed feast with friends and family. However you picture your first party as a married couple, Cambridge brings the charm in spades and Tagvenue makes finding your perfect venue as easy as saying “I do.” Search and book a space today.
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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. -
![Bistro du Vin at Hotel du Vin Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBistro du Vin
95 guestsHotel du Vin CambridgeCentral Cambridge
#Supervenue
The heart and soul of Hotel du Vin Cambridge, this space can be hired for semi-exclusive use for up to 40 and full exclusivity up to 95 guests. -
![Private Dining & Events at Browns Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £25
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining & Events
40 guestsBrowns CambridgeCentral CambridgeBrowns Cambridge Brasserie & Bar offers a versatile private dining experience in their Camelot Room, accommodating up to 40 guests seated or 60 standing. -
![The Rupert Room at The Rupert Brooke in Near Cambridge]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Rupert Room
50 guestsThe Rupert BrookeNear CambridgeThe Rupert Room is an upstairs private dining room with space for up to 42 for a sit-down meal or 65 for a buffet-style event, featuring an adjoining balcony with an additional 30 seats. -
![Teepee at Gonville Hotel in Cambridge]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityTeepee
80 guestsGonville HotelCambridgeLooking to do something a little different? Our Teepee is full of elegance — perfect for laid-back gatherings, summer parties or casual receptions. -
![Conference Arena at Cambridge Conference Centre in Cambridge]()
from £299
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. -
![Paul`s Hall at Paul`s in Central Cambridge]()
from £125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPaul`s Hall
220 guestsPaul`sCentral CambridgeA welcoming and flexible venue in the heart of Cambridge — ideal for everything from intimate meetings to larger gatherings. Whether you're planning a lecture, wedding reception, evening event, dance class, music audition -
![The Tivoli Full Venue Hire at The Tivoli in Cambridge]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Tivoli Full Venue Hire
300 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
#Supervenue
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 -
![The Watson at University Arms in Central Cambridge]()
from £750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Watson
70 guestsUniversity ArmsCentral CambridgeThe Watson is suitable for more intimate events, accommodating up to 70 guests. Ideal event space for Executive Meetings and Private Dinners. -
![Atrium at Gonville Hotel in Cambridge]()
from £400
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityAtrium
80 guestsGonville HotelCambridgeGonville Hotel is the perfect central Cambridge venue to hold your corporate, private event, conference or meeting. With an array of beautifully styled rooms on offer, you are sure to find the perfect space that meets all -
![The Restaurant at The Boot, Histon - A Heartwood Inn in Near Cambridge]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Restaurant
80 guestsThe Boot, Histon - A Heartwood InnNear CambridgeOur spacious dining area, perfect for gatherings of up to 120 guests. Enjoy a cosy atmosphere paired with delectable pub fare and a fantastic selection of drinks. -
![Whole Site at Cambridge Museum of Technology in Cambridge]()
from £450
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Site
100 guestsCambridge Museum of TechnologyCambridgeIncludes the atmospheric Engine Rooms, Electric Room, Top Bay. Includes outdoor areas overlooking the River - the Cobbled Yard and the grassy Valve Yard Includes use of Pye Building with an adjacent kitchenette, Fixed screen
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Prices of wedding reception venues average £500 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £200 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £45 | to £65 | per person |
| From £150 | to £750 | hire fee per day |
You'll find wedding reception venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Cambridge, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £150 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 100 and 200 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 300 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
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.
Venue said: Choose from a range of stunning food and drinks options and let the events team create the most fabulous event for your company. The clubroom at Revolution Cambridge is a great space for your next business event, with two... -
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.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Dining Room | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 110 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £750 hire fee per day | typically around 100 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 60 guests |
| Pub | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 120 guests |
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