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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. -
![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. -
![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)
140 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
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Looking for a stunning rooftop event space in Cambridge? Look no further than The Tivoli! Situated on Chesterton Road, we're only a short walk from the city centre. -
![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
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Bistro du Vin is a private dining space in Hotel du Vin Cambridge that benefits from abundant natural light and a compact French-bistro layout. Design: The room combines dark timber dining tables and leather-upholstered chairs -
![Downing Central Event Space at Downing Central Venue in Central Cambridge]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityDowning Central Event Space
200 guestsDowning Central VenueCentral CambridgeRight in the centre of Cambridge, this recently refurbished venue has high ceilings, flexible seating and natural acoustics that actually hold up for live music - not something you can say about most conference rooms. -
![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. -
![Lower Hall at St Paul's Church & Community Centre in Cambridge]()
from £35
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLower Hall
60 guestsSt Paul's Church & Community CentreCambridgeThe Lower Hall is a more intimate space, perfect for: Teaching and tutoring, group activities, breakout sessions, children's party & anniversary's. -
![Mill Road Event Centre at Mill Road Event Centre in Cambridge]()
from £250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMill Road Event Centre
150 guestsMill Road Event CentreCambridgeThe space includes stained glass detail, which works well for music concerts. It's used for receptions, formal dinners, and weddings. -
![Teepee at Gonville Hotel member of Radisson Individuals in Cambridge]()
from £65
per personCheck availabilityTeepee
80 guestsGonville Hotel member of Radisson IndividualsCambridgeTeepee, a private outdoor space in the Gonville Hotel, is a freestanding covered teepee-style structure that provides sheltered outdoor seating. Design: The space has timber flooring, cross-back wooden chairs and clear panels -
![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 a private dining room in The Rupert Brooke that provides an enclosed, glass‑partitioned space for focused seated dining. Design: The Rupert Room has timber floorboards, neutral-painted walls and recessed -
![The Crick at University Arms in Central Cambridge]()
from £750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Crick
96 guestsUniversity ArmsCentral CambridgeThe Crick is a ballroom-style function room in the University Arms hotel characterised by intact Edwardian wood panelling and formal proportions. Design: The space pairs high coffered ceilings and brass chandeliers with tall -
![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 CambridgeThe Restaurant is a Dining Room in a pub brasserie defined by its oak-framed vaulted interior. Design: The dining area mixes rustic and refined elements.
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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 £200 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £65 | per person |
| From £480 | to £800 | 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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 225 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Cambridge, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Roof Terrace at Revolution Cambridge
on Downing Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Visit Cambridge’s most exciting venue and enjoy stunning cocktails, fresh, seasonal food, and an unrivalled selection of premium spirits, wines, beers and ciders from around the world. -
Downstairs at Pizza Pilgrims Cambridge
on 59 Sidney Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Pizza Pilgrims Cambridge is an Italian restaurant centred on authentic Neapolitan pizza, bringing Naples-inspired cooking and Italian ingredients to the city. -
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 October 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 200 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 60 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 110 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 200 guests |
| Pub | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 70 guests |
Smaller wedding reception venues usually fit up to 70 guests seated. Here are some great options in Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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The Hawking Suite at The Fellows House Cambridge - meeting room for 50 guests
Venue said: Our hotel meeting room overlooks and opens to The Fellows Garden, so you can take time out from your event or even host an intimate wedding with additional outdoor space and natural daylight. -
Central Blackout Studio at Glisson Road Studios - photo studio for 20 guests
Venue said: Glisson Road Studios is a large, multi-space creative venue in the heart of Cambridge, just a short walk from Cambridge Station. Home to Cambridge’s performing arts community for decades, the building is now opening its doors... -
Grantchester at Gonville Hotel member of Radisson Individuals, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 50 guests
Venue said: A smart and private room, Grantchester is perfect for smaller meetings, workshops or talks. With a comfortable setup and everything you need to stay focused, it’s well-suited to professional events that need a more intimate...
Cheap wedding reception venues in Cambridge start from £35 hire fee per hour or £380 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Lower Hall at St Paul's Church & Community Centre, from £35 hire fee per hour (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: The Lower Hall is a more intimate space, perfect for: Teaching and tutoring, group activities, breakout sessions, children's party & anniversary's. -
Central Blackout Studio at Glisson Road Studios, from £380 hire fee per day (up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: Glisson Road Studios is a large, multi-space creative venue in the heart of Cambridge, just a short walk from Cambridge Station. Home to Cambridge’s performing arts community for decades, the building is now opening its doors... -
Downstairs at Pizza Pilgrims Cambridge, from £25 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: Pizza Pilgrims Cambridge is an Italian restaurant centred on authentic Neapolitan pizza, bringing Naples-inspired cooking and Italian ingredients to the city.
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