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Cambridge Union Society

The Historic Cambridge Union Society - the oldest debating society in the world.
Historic Cambridge Union Society
The historic debating Chamber which can host up to 400 guests.
The Debating Chamber
The Union’s Library named after John Maynard Keynes, the famous economist, Fellow of King’s College and former President of the Cambridge Union Society. The room is located on the first floor with plenty of natural light and a beautiful view out over the Union gardens.
The Keynes Library
From intimate to extravagant, traditional to unexpected the Cambridge Union Society prides itself on personalising your Christmas party. Professional advice and recommendations are offered at every stage of planning by our experienced events team, from the initial viewing of the Union, through to the highly-recommended suppliers that we work with.
Events At The Union

Home to the oldest debating society in the world, The Cambridge Union Society is a stunning Victorian Gothic building set in the heart of the historic city centre close to public transport and a great selection of city based hotels and accomodation.

The venue has a wide range of rooms on offer for meetings, conferences, corporate launches, weddings, private parties and more. The beautiful spaces are suitable for small meetings of 12 people to large conferences of 300.

All spaces are flexible with natural daylight, free WiFi, modern technical facilities and breakout space for your refreshments.

With an onsite bar and cafe, The Cambridge Union Society can provide a full event experience with friendly and professional service.

The Union also has a preferred list of local catering companies selected for their ability to adapt and can turn their talents to almost anything so if there is something that you have to have, just ask.

The Orator provides buffet lunches, tea and coffee's perfect for presentations and meetings and also offers a wide range of local craft beers and delicious wines for your evening networking event or party.

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Rooms and Accommodation

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A beautifully unique room hosting our Fairfax Rhodes book collection and located just off the Keynes Library. The room is located on the first floor and is fitted with a large table which can be used in multiple configurations for up to 60. A beautifully unique room hosting our Fairfax Rhodes book collection and located just off the Keynes Library. The room is located on the first floor and is fitted with a large table which can be used in multiple configurations.
The Fairfax Rhodes Room
100
52
35
42
50
Width: 5m
Length: 20m
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The Union’s Library named after John Maynard Keynes, the famous economist, Fellow of King’s College and former President of the Cambridge Union Society. The room is located on the first floor with plenty of natural light and a beautiful view out over the Union gardens. The Union’s Library named after John Maynard Keynes, the famous economist, Fellow of King’s College and former President of the Cambridge Union Society. The room is located on the first floor with plenty of natural light and a beautiful view out over the Union gardens. Every wedding at the Cambridge Union Society is a unique experience of true English luxury, whether you are planning a lavish party for hundreds or an intimate affair for close friends, the elegant architecture, pretty garden and the vibrant atmosphere of the debating chamber create a wedding venue that is truly unforgettable.
The Keynes Library
100
30
40
50
40
Width: 5m
Length: 23m
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The Snooker Room - Boardroom for 30 people
The Snooker Room
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30
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Width: 5.4m
Length: 13.6m
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The Dining Room
20
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22
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Width: 5.4m
Length: 10.4m
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The Kennedy Room
The Kennedy Room
30
30
25
30
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Width: 7.5m
Length: 11.5m
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Dining Rooms

Max Diners
Room Width
Room Length
The Dining Room
22
5.4m
10.4m
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A beautifully unique room hosting our Fairfax Rhodes book collection and located just off the Keynes Library. The room is located on the first floor and is fitted with a large table which can be used in multiple configurations for up to 60. A beautifully unique room hosting our Fairfax Rhodes book collection and located just off the Keynes Library. The room is located on the first floor and is fitted with a large table which can be used in multiple configurations.
The Fairfax Rhodes Room
100
5m
20m
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The world famous debating chamber at The Cambridge Union Society includes complementary use of our WiFi. Seven lapel and six handheld wireless microphones with a built in conferencing PC. The ability to record from 4 controlled cameras located stratrigicalyl around the room. The ability to also stream from the cameras out to our Livestreaming Service and internally around the building. Additional costs do apply for these services. A Christmas party held in the historic Debating Chamber.
The Debating Chamber
150
18m
12m
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The Snooker Room
30
5.4m
13.6m
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Main Meeting Rooms

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The room includes free WiFi and the use of our Vocal Amplification system. The flexible foyer area, ideal for registration or simply to welcome your guests. The world famous debating chamber at The Cambridge Union Society includes complementary use of our WiFi. Seven lapel and six handheld wireless microphones with a built in conferencing PC. The ability to record from 4 controlled cameras located stratrigicalyl around the room. The ability to also stream from the cameras out to our Livestreaming Service and internally around the building. Additional costs do apply for these services. A Christmas party held in the historic Debating Chamber.
The Debating Chamber
300
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Width: 18m
Length: 12m
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A beautifully unique room hosting our Fairfax Rhodes book collection and located just off the Keynes Library. The room is located on the first floor and is fitted with a large table which can be used in multiple configurations for up to 60. A beautifully unique room hosting our Fairfax Rhodes book collection and located just off the Keynes Library. The room is located on the first floor and is fitted with a large table which can be used in multiple configurations.
The Fairfax Rhodes Room
100
52
35
42
50
Width: 5m
Length: 20m
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The Union’s Library named after John Maynard Keynes, the famous economist, Fellow of King’s College and former President of the Cambridge Union Society. The room is located on the first floor with plenty of natural light and a beautiful view out over the Union gardens. The Union’s Library named after John Maynard Keynes, the famous economist, Fellow of King’s College and former President of the Cambridge Union Society. The room is located on the first floor with plenty of natural light and a beautiful view out over the Union gardens. Every wedding at the Cambridge Union Society is a unique experience of true English luxury, whether you are planning a lavish party for hundreds or an intimate affair for close friends, the elegant architecture, pretty garden and the vibrant atmosphere of the debating chamber create a wedding venue that is truly unforgettable. The Union’s Library named after John Maynard Keynes, the famous economist, Fellow of King’s College and former President of the Cambridge Union Society. The room is located on the first floor with plenty of natural light and a beautiful view out over the Union gardens.
The Keynes Library
100
30
40
50
40
Width: 5m
Length: 23m
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The Snooker Room - Boardroom for 30 people
The Snooker Room
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30
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Width: 5.4m
Length: 13.6m
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The Dining Room
20
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22
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Width: 5.4m
Length: 10.4m
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The Kennedy Room
The Kennedy Room
30
30
25
30
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Width: 7.5m
Length: 11.5m
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Weddings

Civil Licence
No
Maximum number for a Civil Ceremony
300
Maximum number for a Wedding Breakfast
150
Maximum number for an Evening Reception
300
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Green Initiatives

  1. Active recycling program, separating waste types
  2. The 1815 Bar uses local suppliers and ingredients where possible.
  3. Highly efficient, energy saving light bulbs in all rooms.
  4. All office staff use public transport or walk to work.

Did You Know?

  1. Cambridge Union Society is the oldest continuously running debating society in the world.
  2. The Union is legally a self-funded charity that owns and has control over its buildings in the Cambridge city centre.
  3. When bombed during WWII, the library was significantly damaged and some of the older books still display visible shrapnel wounds.
  4. Famous within the University for having a long, complicated constitution; a quick count puts the old constitution at 31,309 words!

How To Find Cambridge Union Society

9a Bridge Street
Cambridge
CB2 1UB

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