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The city of Cambridge may be most well-known as being the home of the University of Cambridge, which is consistently ranked as one of the top five universities in the world. It is the administrative centre of the county of Cambridgeshire. It lies in East Anglia, on the River Cam, about 50 miles north of London. According to the United Kingdom Census 2001, its population was 108,863 (including 22,153 students), and was estimated to be 130,000 in mid-2010.

Today, Cambridge is at the heart of the high-technology centre known as Silicon Fen – a play on Silicon Valley and the fens surrounding the city. Its economic strengths lie in industries such as software and bioscience. Over 40% of the workforce have a higher education qualification, more than twice the national average.

Cambridge Conference venues

Cambridge’s reputation as a city of learning and its close proximity to London has certainly had an impact on its popularity as a conference and training destination. The inspirational atmosphere coupled with the world class facilities of the university, have made Cambridge a firm favourite with conference organisers. If you are looking for a conference or business meeting venue, Cambridge has some great options including The Moller Centre and Doubletree by Hilton Cambridge.

Cambridge is easily accessible with a fast and frequent rail service from London King’s Cross and Liverpool Street as well as connections from Scotland and the North of England, Birmingham and the Midlands. By car, Cambridge can be reached via the M11, M1 or A1. The closest international airport is London Stansted but it is also within easy reach of London Heathrow, London Gatwick and Birmingham International Airport.

Corporate Hospitality and Award Ceremony Venues in Cambridge

With its fantastic architecture, its location next to the river and the variety of fun teambuilding activities available in the area, Cambridge is an excellent choice for a corporate hospitality event, an away day for your staff or an award ceremony venue destination. If you are looking to reward your staff or entertain your clients Cambridge has a lot to offer.

Cambridge Wedding and Reception venues

Cambridge is in great demand as a wedding venue and it is easy to see why with its historical buildings, painstakingly preserved medieval streets and the River Cam meandering through the city. There are some beautiful wedding and reception venues in Cambridge that would provide an ideal backdrop for those photographic memories.

Office Christmas Party venues in Cambridge

Christmas in Cambridge can be a fantastic experience, with its boutique shops, cosy coffee shops and tea rooms, theatres, pubs and restaurants. If you are looking for a venue for your office Christmas party in Cambridge you will be spoilt for choice. Many office Christmas party venues in Cambridge will work closely with their clients to deliver themed parties or special entertainment. Many venues will also put on shared Christmas party nights for smaller businesses or those wishing to celebrate with friends.

Whatever your requirements Cambridge has venues to suit almost any occasion, so why not pay a visit?