The Marquee at The Old Hall Ely

Event Space in a Hotel
·
Private space
Stuntney Causeway, Cambridge, CB7 5TR –
Ely
Up to 200
seats
Up to 250
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Marquee is a stunning, permanent event space that’s perfect for big occasions — think Christmas parties, conferences, or large celebrations.

It features floor-to-ceiling glass with views over beautiful grounds, a fully stocked bar, and a hidden dance floor with twinkling lights. There’s also a built-in stage for live music or speeches. Bright, spacious, and elegant — it’s made for amazing events.

Access to 10 acres of grounds included.

2025: From £200 per hour.

Room Hire & Packages Available.

Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Classic Exclusive Seated Package
£120 per person
What's Included:

A dedicated Events Manager to ensure seamless planning and a professional bar and wait team on the evening
Exclusive use of The Old Hall Ely for the entire duration of your event (6.30 pm to midnight)
A Glass of Fizz on arrival in The Orangery
Sumptuous Three Course Dinner Served in The Marquee
After Dinner Coffees with Mince Pies
Disco with Professional DJ
A table plan, table numbers and hand-written name place cards
Fabulous decorations including crackers and centrepieces on your tables in The Marquee
Premium Exclusive Seated Package
£168 per person
What's Included:

Everything in The Classic Package as well as:
A bottomless drinks reception of
Organic Cava, Beers and Elderflower Fizz (0% ABV)
Three classic canapés of your choice per person during your drinks reception in The Orangery
Half a bottle of house wine (red, white or rosé) per person served with your dinner
A buffet-style cheese table with artisanal cheeses, biscuits, chutney, celery and seasonal fruits
An evening Espresso Martini & Chambord Bramble bar (one cocktail per person) after dinner
Shared Seated Party
£120 per person
Tickets sold on a table basis of 10 guests
A select number of tables can seat 12 and 14 guests

What's Included:

A Glass of Fizz on Arrival in The House
Sumptuous Three Course Dinner Served in The Marquee
After Dinner Tea & Coffee with Mince Pies
Disco with Professional DJ
Fabulous Decorations including Crackers & Centrepieces on your Tables in The Marquee
360 Videobooth

Prices

Monday
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 23:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 250
Dining
up to 176
Theatre
up to 200
Boardroom
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 100
U-Shaped
up to 72
Classroom
up to 120

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation is available on-site
Free parking is available on-site (200 spaces)
Direct access to our Marquee Terrace
Projector
Conference call facilities

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

About The Old Hall Ely

The Old Hall Ely is a stunning Jacobean Manor house situated just outside of Ely, Cambridgeshire. The venue offers a range of experiences from creative corporate away days to private meeting rooms, which the picturesque house and grounds make for the perfect spot for any function. With an in house experienced team of events managers, any event hosted at The Old Hall Ely is guaranteed to be stress free and completely unique to you. Whether you’re looking for an all-out weekend away, or simply a secure space to hold your meeting, we have it all.

Here’s what we can offer:
- Exclusive Use of our House and Grounds
- Overnight Accommodation
- On-Site Catering
- A Dedicated Event Management Team
- Incredible Filming & Photography Locations
- Team Building Exercises
- Conferences and Meetings
- Brand and Product Launches
- Awards and Celebration Parties
- Company Christmas Parties

Other spaces and event packages at this venue

The Old Hall Ely at
from £75
hire fee / per hour
Hall in a Hotel
Whole venue
200
250
The Old Hall Ely
The Sitting Room at
from £75
hire fee / per hour
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The Sitting Room
The Terrace Room at
from £100
hire fee / per hour
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The Terrace Room
The Orangery at
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hire fee / per hour
Event Space in a Hotel
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180
The Orangery
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from £75
hire fee / per hour
Outdoor Space at a Hotel
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60
250
The Grounds

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