St Catharine's College
St Catharine's College has 3 meeting/event spaces for 30–120 delegates (theatre), largest: Hall (120).
- Up to 200 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall | 120 | — | 40 | 80 | 35 | — | — | 150 |
| Old Lodge | 60 | — | 25 | 40 | 20 | — | — | 80 |
| Seminar Room | 30 | — | 16 | 20 | 14 | — | — | 40 |
At a glance
St Catharine's College is a prestigious Cambridge University college founded in 1473, offering distinctive venues for conferences, meetings, and special events. The college features historic buildings surrounding beautiful courtyards, including the iconic Main Court and modern facilities. Located on Trumpington Street in the city centre, it provides elegant dining halls, meeting rooms, and guest accommodation. The venue combines centuries of academic tradition with modern amenities, making it ideal for corporate events, weddings, and academic conferences. Facilities include historic dining halls, seminar rooms, and peaceful gardens, all within walking distance of Cambridge's main attractions and transport links.
Best suited for
- Academic Conferences
- Corporate Events
- Business Meetings
- Formal Dinners
- Weddings
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Buildings
- Dining Hall
- Gardens
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Catering
- Accommodation
- Parking
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access to main areas
Location & getting there
Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RL, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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St Catharine's College is a verified college in Cambridge, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 2 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does St Catharine's College have?
St Catharine's College has 3 meeting and event spaces in Cambridge, seating up to 120 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of St Catharine's College's largest event space?
The largest event space at St Catharine's College is Hall, with a maximum capacity of 120 guests.
What conference facilities does St Catharine's College offer?
St Catharine's College offers Historic Buildings, Dining Hall, Gardens, Free WiFi, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests for dining, 150 theatre style, 80 boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV facilities including projection equipment, sound system and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
In-house catering team providing formal dining, buffets, and refreshment services
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, advance booking required. Additional public parking nearby
About St Catharine's College
St Catharine's College is a prestigious Cambridge University college founded in 1473, offering distinctive venues for conferences, meetings, and special events. The college features historic buildings surrounding beautiful courtyards, including the iconic Main Court and modern facilities. Located on Trumpington Street in the city centre, it provides elegant dining halls, meeting rooms, and guest accommodation. The venue combines centuries of academic tradition with modern amenities, making it ideal for corporate events, weddings, and academic conferences. Facilities include historic dining halls, seminar rooms, and peaceful gardens, all within walking distance of Cambridge's main attractions and transport links.
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