Nestled in the heart of the College gardens, the Marquee at Newnham College, Cambridge is a hidden gem.
A marquee offers a versatile and unique venue option for various events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, private parties and meetings.
Transform the space to personalise your event. Seating arrangements, lighting and AV can be adjusted to suit themes or fit different event types; add décor, music and floral arrangements to create additional ambiance.
Marquees create an elegant yet adaptable space, perfect for both casual and formal events.
Meetings
The marquee offers a refreshing alternative to traditional meeting rooms, making it an ideal venue for plenary sessions, breakout meetings, exhibitions, team building and networking events. It provides event organisers with the flexibility to create a unique environment while accommodating all necessary audio-visual equipment and catering services.
Delegates often appreciate the open, outdoor atmosphere of the marquee, which fosters creativity and fresh thinking. The ability to step outside into the beautiful grounds for networking, drinks, or a quick break adds a valuable dimension to the overall experience.
Corporate and private celebrations
Whatever the reason for your celebration, be it an awards ceremony, team thank you, client incentive event, birthday party or anniversary celebration the marquee is the place to be.
With the ability to accommodate various guest sizes and layouts, plus the option to extend the celebration into the surrounding outdoor area, a marquee ensures a memorable, al fresco experience for everyone involved.
The marquee can also be used as an after dinner venue for evening entertainment. Move effortlessly from stunning Clough Hall to the marquee through our beautiful gardens, the route illuminated by festoon lighting that adds to the sense of celebration.
Audio visual equipment such as microphones and speakers can be provided for comedians, magicians and other entertainment. Casino tables and other equipment can also be brought in.
Other outdoor spaces & larger events
Newnham College has extensive grounds that are often a welcome surprise for event organisers, including a beautiful rose garden and lily pond, a large sports field and spacious lawns, along with areas thoughtfully designed to nurture local wildlife. The attractive buildings surrounding these areas are of the Queen Anne style, with red brick and white window frames enhancing the beauty of the gardens.
Multiple food and drink stations can be creatively positioned across the grounds, offering guests the opportunity to explore and experience different areas. Temporary structures such as marquees, tents or gazebos can be set up on the lawns to create an enchanting atmosphere, whether it's a sophisticated daytime gathering or a magical evening event.
The natural beauty of the surroundings, combined with customisable event features, ensures that every occasion at Newnham is truly unique and memorable.
The Newnham College site, outlined in red, offers a multitude of possibilities for your next event in Cambridge.
Food & drink
Newnham College can provide delicious barbeques, finger buffets, fork buffets, canapés and afternoon tea in the marquee. Read more about our food & drink here.
Alternatively, it is possible for you to arrange external catering, such as food trucks, for your event. Speak to us today about your ideas! We can't wait to hear them.
