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One simply has to visit the city to see how Cambridge continues to evolve as a locus of energy, creativity and academic excellence

As an old coaching inn, Parker’s Tavern has been a meeting spot for almost 200 years. Our Ballroom, Crick and Watson rooms offer flexible event space for corporate gatherings of all sizes. Our spaces provide the ideal environment to inspire productivity and collaboration. From board meetings to multi-day conferences, we offer state-of-the-art facilities paired with the finest hospitality. Catered by the award-winning kitchens of Parker’s Tavern, your event is sure to impress colleagues and clients alike, while the surroundings and views inspire exceptional results.

The Ballroom is the perfect space for large events, accommodating up to 180 seated guests or 200 standing.

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Our fully bespoke dining experiences is one of the most alluring draws of a University Arms event. Menus feature the best of British cuisine, cooked with flair using the finest local produce.

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Our fully bespoke dining experiences is one of the most alluring draws of a University Arms event. Menus feature the best of British cuisine, cooked with flair using the finest local produce.

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ROOM
THEATRE
BANQUET
CABARET
CLASS ROOM
BOARD ROOM
U-SHAPE
BALLROOM
200
180
120
90
76
56
CRICK
96
80
68
48
40
32
WATSON
70
60
40
40
36
24

ROOM
BALLROOM
THEATRE
200
BANQUET
180
CABARET
120
CLASS ROOM
90
BOARD ROOM
76
U-SHAPE
56

Day Delegate Rate

Catering:

Unlimited tea, coffee, juice and water.

All day snack station – fruits, sweets, nuts and cakes.

Working buffet lunch (15 or more guests)

2 course restaurant lunch (Less than 15).

Tech:

Smart screens.

Video conferencing.

Conference pads and pencils.

High speed WIFI.

PA system and microphone.

Going so soon? Why not stay a little longer and enjoy our exclusive corporate room rates and a variety of accommodation options, we ensure your guests have a seamless stay. Whether for a conference or a wedding, our stylish rooms offer comfort and elegance in the heart of Cambridge.

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1. What types of events can I host at University Arms in Cambridge?

From conferences and board meetings to gala dinners, award ceremonies, academic events and private celebrations, University Arms offers flexible event spaces in the heart of Cambridge. Our Ballroom, Crick and Watson rooms can be tailored to suit both intimate gatherings and larger occasions, with our events team on hand to make every detail feel considered and distinctly yours.

2. How many guests can your Cambridge event spaces accommodate?

Our event spaces cater for gatherings large and small. The University Arms Ballroom welcomes up to 200 guests theatre style or standing, and up to 180 for a banquet, while the Crick and Watson offer characterful settings for smaller meetings, dinners and events. Our team can recommend the room and layout that best suits your plans.

3. Do you offer meeting and conference rooms in Cambridge city centre?

Yes. Set on Regent Street in central Cambridge, University Arms offers a collection of flexible meeting and conference spaces for everything from executive meetings and academic lectures to networking events and multi-day conferences. Contemporary technology and thoughtful hospitality come together in surroundings with rather more character than the average meeting room.

4. Can you provide catering for meetings and private events?

Certainly. Food and drink are an important part of any gathering at University Arms, with event catering provided by the kitchens of Parker’s Tavern. From working lunches to private dinners, menus can be shaped around the occasion, with a focus on British cooking and fine local produce.

5. Can event guests stay overnight at University Arms?

Of course. For conferences, celebrations and events that continue beyond the day itself, guests can stay at University Arms in the heart of Cambridge. A variety of rooms and exclusive corporate rates are available, making it easy to bring accommodation and your event together under one roof.