Alumnae benefits

Should you like to stay with us, alumnae receives a 10% discount on Bed and Breakfast in double or single occupancy en suite bedrooms (out of term). Bookings can be made by emailing conference@newn.cam.ac.uk or call on 01223 335803.

Join alumnae groups around the UK and abroad that offer support and networking opportunities.

Alumnae Formal Hall Dining at College

Dining Opportunities
Alumnae are warmly invited to dine at College up to three times per year at both Formal Halls and Subject Formal Halls, subject to advance booking and payment.

Types of Formal Halls

• Formal Halls take place on Thursdays, and Postgraduate Formal Halls on Tuesdays, during Full Term.
• Subject Formal Halls are held on Wednesdays and occasionally Fridays.

These events offer alumnae the chance to dine alongside Senior Members and current students in a traditional setting.

Guest Policy
Alumnae may invite up to three guests to accompany them to Formal Halls.
Please note: Guests are not permitted at Subject Formal Halls, which are reserved exclusively for alumnae.

Costs for 2024/2025 (for Roll Members)

• Formal Hall (Main Hall seating): £40 per person (bring your own wine)
• Formal Hall (High Table): £48 per person (includes a pre-dinner drinks reception and wine with the meal)
• Subject Formal Hall: £48 per person (all attendees are seated at High Table; includes pre-dinner drinks reception and wine with the meal)

Booking Information
To view available dates and make a reservation, please use this link.
Bookings open one month in advance of each event.
Please be aware that places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
For any queries, contact the Roll Office at roll@newn.cam.ac.uk or call 01223 335757.

Cancellations
To receive a refund, cancellations must be made at least 7 days prior to the event.

Subject Formal Halls – Additional Information
Booking links for Subject Formal Halls will be sent directly to alumnae by subject.
If you are not currently in contact with the College but wish to attend, please email roll@newn.cam.ac.uk.

Due to the popularity of these events, guests are not permitted.
Once your place is confirmed, the Roll Office will notify the Academic Administrator, who will inform the relevant Directors of Studies.

Gown Policy
Gowns are required for all Formal Halls.
If you wish to borrow one, please email roll@newn.cam.ac.uk at least 14 days in advance, including:

• Your name
• The Formal Hall you’re attending
• Your approximate height

This will help ensure a suitable gown is available.

For more alumnae benefits, click here to visit our alumnae benefits page

Invitations to reunions, garden parties, concerts and other special events throughout the year.

Visit the Library after Graduation (with prior notice to the Librarian).

You can hire meeting rooms and catering (all year). Bookings can be made by emailing conference@newn.cam.ac.uk or call on 01223 335803.

Newnham Associates may be able to help with career advice and support or you may apply to become a Newnham Associate. All alumnae are eligible to make an application. New Associates are elected at the AGM every November. To find out more about how to apply read the information on our website.

Receive the monthly ‘News from Newnham’ newsletter. If you would like to share some news with us please email us at roll@newn.cam.ac.uk.

You have access to networking events, ready-made contacts around the world and help from other Newnhamites.

The Roll Committee is a group of volunteers, elected by members of the Roll, who meet to organise activities to keep members in touch with one another and with College. Part of your benefits allow you to stand for the Committee. If you’d like to join us in shaping alumnae activities, why not put your name forward for the Roll Committee?

Receive the annual Roll Letter in the post after graduation.