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In the heart of Cambridge, its extensive grounds protecting it from the noise and bustle of the town, Jesus College provides a historic and beautiful setting for conferences, events, receptions, weddings and dining.

Jesus College offers a wide selection of conference and event facilities, ranging from buildings that date back to the eleventh century to modern award-winning architecture, intimate private dining rooms to the impressive main college hall, beautifully manicured gardens to wildlife trails. It is a College of contrasts, which can be a perfect venue for many occasions.

As a conference or meeting venue, Jesus College offers a historical setting with modern AV facilities and a variety of flexible spaces.

The unique setting is one reason to choose Jesus College. Another is the experienced Conference Team, which is available to help with the detailed planning of any conference, event, reception or dinner. The excellent standards of professional service ensure that whatever function you book, it will run smoothly.

Jesus College pride themselves on their excellent standards of catering, varied seasonal menus, locally sourced produce, and extensive wine cellar.

Whatever your catering needs Jesus College can help you organise a meal to remember, from canapé receptions to grand four course dinners. Their menus are seasonal and are continually updated to ensure they are inventive and delicious, and of course sustainable.

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Rooms and Accommodation

Rooms
Accommodation

Bedroom

Breakout Areas

Theatre
Layout

Classroom
Layout

U-Shape
Layout

Boardroom
Layout

Cabaret
Layout

Dimensions

The Webb Library, with its high domed ceiling, is a light, flexible space that can be used for a wide range of events.

Formerly a library, the room has been sensitively refurbished, keeping many of its original features.

Webb Library

80

30

50

24

50

Width: 6m
Length: 15m

The Bawden Room, with its traditional décor and contemporary lighting, provides the perfect setting for a wide range of functions. A spacious room with wood panelling and parquet flooring, it will provide a smart backdrop for your event.

As a meeting venue the room can accommodate 60 delegates for a lecture, or 22 to 40 delegates in a boardroom or cabaret style layout. The Bawden Room is fully equipped with a free standing projector and screen.

Bawden Room

60

30

30

24

30

Width: 10m
Length: 6m

The Conference Room, with walnut boardroom table and executive leather chairs provides a prestigious and private setting for up to 22 delegates.

The Conference Room has a wonderful viewpoint over Cambridge, with an impressive skylight which includes electronically controlled windows and blinds. The state-of-the-art AV in the Conference Room includes an 84” wall-mounted touch-screen TV and a wide-angle full HD webcam with table top microphones, enables international video conferencing. There’s also a sound bar to support presentations and video links and on-site AV support.

Conference Room

-

-

-

22

-

Width: 4.4m
Length: 10m

The Bain Room, located in the loft space of West Court, provides a comfortable and private setting for those looking for a unique meeting space.

The modern grey boardroom table with wood trim and executive fabric cantilever chairs will seat up to 18 delegates. It is also equipped with a wall-mounted high resolution digital TV screen for presentations.

Bain Room

-

-

-

18

-

Width: 4m
Length: 11m

Brewery Room

60

30

-

-

30

Width: -
Length: -

The spacious Upper Hall dates back to the foundation of the college by Bishop Alcock. Medieval carvings decorate the crossbeams of the restored roof, and arched windows along each side provide ample natural daylight, adding to the fresh feel of the room. The whitewashed walls are undecorated except for the mural by Richard Long, 'River Avon Mud, 1996', lending the room a distinctive and airy character. On the top level of the college buildings, the Upper Hall leads onto a balcony that overlooks the magnificent 15th century Hall.

When used as a conference venue or meeting venue, up to 80 people can be accommodated and the nearby Prioress's Room and Alcock Room can also be booked for syndicate rooms. Refreshments can also occasionally be served on the balcony.

Upper Hall breakout space

Upper Hall

80

55

54

40

-

Width: 7.8m
Length: 11m

The Prioress’s Room was once the chamber of the Prioress of the Benedictine nuns who lived on this site from the mid 12th to the late 15th century.

The convent buildings were absorbed into the new College when it was founded in 1496.

With oak panelled walls, a large stone fireplace, and a series of antique portraits, the Prioress's Room offers a memorable setting for any event.

As a conference venue or meeting room, the Prioress's Room offers groups of up to 40 people a rare opportunity to visit one of the oldest parts of the College, both in term times and over the vacation.

Prioress's Room

40

18

34

18

-

Width: 4.6m
Length: 7.6m

In the time of St. Radegund’s nunnery at the end of the 15th century, this room was the ‘aulo’ or hall for the lodging of the nuns’ guests. Today, it is a beautifully presented room with exposed oak beams, plenty of natural daylight, and some lovely pieces of antique furniture. Ideally suited for private dining or boardroom meetings.

Alcock Room

-

-

-

14

-

Width: 4.6m
Length: 7.8m

The Coleridge Room is ideal for meetings and presentations, it has full black out capabilities, a ceiling-mounted data-projector and pull-down projection screen. With space to accommodate up to 60 people, the room is also fully equipped with internet connection points and an integral PA system.

Coleridge Room

60

36

-

30

-

Width: 5.7m
Length: 11.9m

Upper Hall breakout space

Upper Hall Balcony

-

-

-

-

-

Width: -
Length: -

Dining Rooms

Max Diners

Room Width

Room Length

The Prioress’s Room was once the chamber of the Prioress of the Benedictine nuns who lived on this site from the mid 12th to the late 15th century.

The convent buildings were absorbed into the new College when it was founded in 1496.

With oak panelled walls, a large stone fireplace, and a series of antique portraits, the Prioress's Room offers a memorable setting for any event.

As an attractive venue for a formal dinner, the Prioress's Room offers up to 34 guests a rare opportunity to visit one of the oldest parts of the College.

It also offers a unique venue for drinks receptions for up to 40 guests.

The Prioress’s Room was once the chamber of the Prioress of the Benedictine nuns who lived on this site from the mid 12th to the late 15th century.

The convent buildings were absorbed into the new College when it was founded in 1496.

With oak panelled walls, a large stone fireplace, and a series of antique portraits, the Prioress's Room offers a memorable setting for any event.

As an attractive venue for a formal dinner, the Prioress's Room offers up to 34 guests a rare opportunity to visit one of the oldest parts of the College.

It also offers a unique venue for drinks receptions for up to 40 guests.

Prioress's Room

34

4.6m

7.6m

The spacious Upper Hall dates back to the foundation of the college by Bishop Alcock. Medieval carvings decorate the crossbeams of the restored roof, and arched windows along each side provide ample natural daylight, adding to the fresh feel of the room. The whitewashed walls are undecorated except for the mural by Richard Long, 'River Avon Mud, 1996', lending the room a distinctive and airy character. On the top level of the college buildings, the Upper Hall leads onto a balcony that overlooks the magnificent 15th century Hall.

When used as a conference venue or meeting venue, up to 80 people can be accommodated and the nearby Prioress's Room and Alcock Room can also be booked for syndicate rooms. Refreshments can also occasionally be served on the balcony.

Upper Hall

72

7.8m

11m

West Court Dining Hall

54

6m

11m

As a venue for fine dining or a formal dinner, the Alcock Room offers up to 16 guests a setting that combines attentive service and a superb wine cellar with a unique ambience.

In the time of St. Radegund's nunnery at the end of the 15th century, it was the 'aulo' or hall for the lodging of the nuns' guests. Today, it is a beautifully presented oak-beamed room, with plenty of natural daylight and some lovely pieces of antique furniture.

Alcock Room

14

4.6m

7.8m

A magnificent room that has been the centre of College life since its founding in 1496, the Hall has a slightly raised dais to one end and a balcony at second floor level overlooking the room. On the walls are pictures of previous Masters and students of the college, as well as the Royal Arms of Queen Anne. Chandeliers suspended from the high vaulted ceilings provide adjustable levels of lighting to complement light from the tall windows.

Easily served by the kitchens below, the Hall provides a striking venue for fine dining or a formal dinner for up to 156 guests.

College Hall

156

7m

20m

Main Meeting Rooms

Theatre Layout

Classroom layout

U-Shape Layout

Boardroom Layout

Cabaret Layout

Dimensions

Frankopan Hall

150

-

50

-

-

Width: 10.2m
Length: 13.5m

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The Webb Library, with its high domed ceiling, is a light, flexible space that can be used for a wide range of events.

Formerly a library, the room has been sensitively refurbished, keeping many of its original features.

Webb Library

80

30

50

24

50

Width: 6m
Length: 15m

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The Bawden Room, with its traditional décor and contemporary lighting, provides the perfect setting for a wide range of functions. A spacious room with wood panelling and parquet flooring, it will provide a smart backdrop for your event.

As a meeting venue the room can accommodate 60 delegates for a lecture, or 22 to 40 delegates in a boardroom or cabaret style layout. The Bawden Room is fully equipped with a free standing projector and screen.

Bawden Room

60

30

30

24

30

Width: 10m
Length: 6m

View Media

The Conference Room, with walnut boardroom table and executive leather chairs provides a prestigious and private setting for up to 22 delegates.

The Conference Room has a wonderful viewpoint over Cambridge, with an impressive skylight which includes electronically controlled windows and blinds. The state-of-the-art AV in the Conference Room includes an 84” wall-mounted touch-screen TV and a wide-angle full HD webcam with table top microphones, enables international video conferencing. There’s also a sound bar to support presentations and video links and on-site AV support.

Conference Room

-

-

-

22

-

Width: 4.4m
Length: 10m

View Media

The Bain Room, located in the loft space of West Court, provides a comfortable and private setting for those looking for a unique meeting space.

The modern grey boardroom table with wood trim and executive fabric cantilever chairs will seat up to 18 delegates. It is also equipped with a wall-mounted high resolution digital TV screen for presentations.

Bain Room

-

-

-

18

-

Width: 4m
Length: 11m

View Media

Brewery Room

60

30

-

-

30

Width: -
Length: -

View Media

The spacious Upper Hall dates back to the foundation of the college by Bishop Alcock. Medieval carvings decorate the crossbeams of the restored roof, and arched windows along each side provide ample natural daylight, adding to the fresh feel of the room. The whitewashed walls are undecorated except for the mural by Richard Long, 'River Avon Mud, 1996', lending the room a distinctive and airy character. On the top level of the college buildings, the Upper Hall leads onto a balcony that overlooks the magnificent 15th century Hall.

When used as a conference venue or meeting venue, up to 80 people can be accommodated and the nearby Prioress's Room and Alcock Room can also be booked for syndicate rooms. Refreshments can also occasionally be served on the balcony.

Upper Hall

80

55

54

40

-

Width: 7.8m
Length: 11m

View Media

The Prioress’s Room was once the chamber of the Prioress of the Benedictine nuns who lived on this site from the mid 12th to the late 15th century.

The convent buildings were absorbed into the new College when it was founded in 1496.

With oak panelled walls, a large stone fireplace, and a series of antique portraits, the Prioress's Room offers a memorable setting for any event.

As a conference venue or meeting room, the Prioress's Room offers groups of up to 40 people a rare opportunity to visit one of the oldest parts of the College, both in term times and over the vacation.

Prioress's Room

40

18

34

18

-

Width: 4.6m
Length: 7.6m

View Media

In the time of St. Radegund’s nunnery at the end of the 15th century, this room was the ‘aulo’ or hall for the lodging of the nuns’ guests. Today, it is a beautifully presented room with exposed oak beams, plenty of natural daylight, and some lovely pieces of antique furniture. Ideally suited for private dining or boardroom meetings.

Alcock Room

-

-

-

14

-

Width: 4.6m
Length: 7.8m

View Media

The Coleridge Room is ideal for meetings and presentations, it has full black out capabilities, a ceiling-mounted data-projector and pull-down projection screen. With space to accommodate up to 60 people, the room is also fully equipped with internet connection points and an integral PA system.

Coleridge Room

60

36

-

30

-

Width: 5.7m
Length: 11.9m

View Media

Jesus College Accommodation

Alongside their conference and event facilities, Jesus College offers a range of accommodation located in the centre of Cambridge, some of which is available all year round.

The West Court development offers a range of luxury accommodation in the centre of Cambridge which is available all year round.

Jesus College also offer single and twin en-suite bedrooms outside of term time. As a mark of quality these rooms have been awarded a 5 star campus accommodation rating from Visit England.

West Court accommodation

Our West Court development offers a range of luxury accommodation in the centre of Cambridge which is available all year round.
Hotel standard accommodation

Our comfortable and stylish accommodation offers double and single bedrooms either ensuite or with shared bathrooms, plus some one bedroom apartments. Each bedroom includes a workstation with free WiFi, a flat screen TV, a hospitality tray, and complimentary toiletries.

Accommodation can be booked alongside a conference or event, or separately, offering visitors a novel way to take a break in the beautiful, historic city of Cambridge.

West Court Apartment

3 Rooms

Our West Court development offers a range of luxury accommodation in the centre of Cambridge which is available all year round.
Hotel standard accommodation

Our comfortable and stylish accommodation offers double and single bedrooms either ensuite or with shared bathrooms, plus some one bedroom apartments. Each bedroom includes a workstation with free WiFi, a flat screen TV, a hospitality tray, and complimentary toiletries.

Accommodation can be booked alongside a conference or event, or separately, offering visitors a novel way to take a break in the beautiful, historic city of Cambridge.

West Court Double Ensuite

15 Rooms

West Court Single Ensuite

5 Rooms

West Court accommodation

Our West Court development offers a range of luxury accommodation in the centre of Cambridge which is available all year round.
Hotel standard accommodation

Our comfortable and stylish accommodation offers double and single bedrooms either ensuite or with shared bathrooms, plus some one bedroom apartments. Each bedroom includes a workstation with free WiFi, a flat screen TV, a hospitality tray, and complimentary toiletries.

Accommodation can be booked alongside a conference or event, or separately, offering visitors a novel way to take a break in the beautiful, historic city of Cambridge.

West Court Single Standard

4 Rooms

West Court accommodation

Our West Court development offers a range of luxury accommodation in the centre of Cambridge which is available all year round.
Hotel standard accommodation

Our comfortable and stylish accommodation offers double and single bedrooms either ensuite or with shared bathrooms, plus some one bedroom apartments. Each bedroom includes a workstation with free WiFi, a flat screen TV, a hospitality tray, and complimentary toiletries.

Accommodation can be booked alongside a conference or event, or separately, offering visitors a novel way to take a break in the beautiful, historic city of Cambridge.

West Court Double Standard

4 Rooms

Designed by architects Evans and Shalev and opened in 2000, Library Court houses 50 accommodation rooms (three with facilities for disabled guests). Part of an award winning development, these large and airy rooms provide twin en suite accommodation outside term time.
All en suite rooms have free internet access via WiFi. Some rooms overlook Jesus Lane whilst others face the Library Courtyard. Please be aware that as we are a city centre college, our rooms are subject to street noise.

Check-in: 2pm
Check-out: 10am
Breakfast: Served in the College dining hall between 8-9am

Library Court Bedroom

45 Rooms

Chapel Court rooms are bright rooms with an excellent outlook. They are recently refurbished, single en suite rooms within a Grade II Listed Building. They are large airy rooms, offering the perfect experience of the Cambridge University student life.

Single room for one person with a private, ensuite bathroom with shower. Rooms are cleaned daily. Towels and fresh, crisp All en suite rooms have free internet access via WiFi.

Check-in: 2pm
Check-out: 10am
Breakfast: Served in the College dining hall between 8-9am

Chapel Court Bedroom

115 Rooms

Designed by architect David Roberts and opened by the Visitor (the Bishop of Ely) in 1965, North Court was fully refurbished in 2005 and its 80 en suite rooms have been awarded the Quality in Tourism 5 star accreditation by Visit England, the national organisation for tourism in England.
All of the rooms that we are offering have spacious balconies which can be accessed to view the beautiful Jesus College Grounds.
Single room for one person with a private, en suite bathroom with shower. All en suite rooms have free internet access via WiFi. Please be aware that as we are a city centre college, our rooms are subject to street noise.

Check-in: 2pm
Check-out: 10am
Breakfast: Served in the College dining hall between 8-9am

North Court Bedroom

80 Rooms

Total

271 Rooms

Weddings

Located on the site of a Benedictine Nunnery, Jesus College boasts some of the oldest buildings in Cambridge, dating from Norman times, together with modern award-winning architecture and beautiful grounds. A tranquil setting in the center of Cambridge, Jesus College provides a unique venue for your wedding. Whether you have a previous connection with the College or not, up to 156 guests can be catered for. As well as offering a beautiful setting and excellent standards of catering and service, their experienced conference team are also on hand to help you plan your special day down to the tiniest detail.

Civil Licence

Yes

Maximum number for a Civil Ceremony

130

Maximum number for a Wedding Breakfast

156

Maximum number for an Evening Reception

250

Restrictions:

No confetti please.

Green Initiatives

Actively reducing the use of single use plastic for all events.
Encouraging clients to make sustainable food choices by putting vegetarian and non-ruminant food options first.
Minimising food waste by finalising the number of attendees as close as possible to the event.
Making conference stationery, pads and pens available on request only.

Did You Know?

The College was founded by John Alcock, Bishop of Ely, when he converted a derelict nunnery into a community for graduate priests.
Between 1560 – 1860 Jesus College was mainly a training College for Church of England Clergy.
Until the late 19th century Jesus College was one of the smallest and poorest of the Cambridge Colleges.
Famous alumni include writers, scholars, scientists and public figures.

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Jesus Lane
Cambridge
CB5 8BL

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