US show results in event inquiries worth almost £1 million to Cambridge economy
A team from Conference Cambridge has returned from the recent IMEX America Show in Las Vegas with event inquiries worth over £300,000 - which could bring an estimated £900,000 of revenue to the local economy.
Robinson College announces increase in new business wins from the medical sector
Robinson College, the University of Cambridge’s dedicated conference and meetings space, has reported a 10 per cent increase in events from medical science related clients.
New campaign encourages local event organisers to 'Keep it in Cambridge'
A new initiative to encourage Cambridgeshire businesses and organisations to ‘think local’ when choosing venues for events has just been launched.
New partnership set to bring additional events business to Cambridge
A new initiative to bring additional business to Cambridge by working closely with agencies seeking event venues on behalf of their clients has just been launched.
Local venues enter into new partnership to expand choice for clients
A new collaboration to expand the choice of venues for those looking to hold events in Cambridge and the surrounding area has just been launched.
Flying the Flag for Cambridge at IMEX America
A team from Conference Cambridge is flying the flag for the city of Cambridge as an ideal location for conferences and events at IMEX America in Las Vegas from 15-17 October 2013 – and offering IMEX America delegates the chance to win a special limited edition gift to take home.
New international marketing campaign set to bring business to Cambridge
A portfolio of strategic marketing activities aimed at putting Cambridge more firmly on the map as a destination for events has recently been launched.
Robinson College shortlisted for prestigious national award
Staff in the Conference Office at Robinson College Cambridge are celebrating being shortlisted for one of this year’s coveted Conference Awards.
Churchill College conference team raises £1000 for homeless charity
Churchill College conference team hosted a successful evening reception in their Dining Hall recently to promote their facilities, with the opportunity for guests to try their luck in the student-run Churchill Casino and raise money for a homeless charity.
Downing College looks forward to 2013
Event organisers were welcomed to Downing College this week as a thank you for their business during 2012 and to hear about new additions to the college's portfolio of conference facilities.
Exquisite dishes win silver medal for Clare College chef
At the recent Hospitality Show 2013 at the NEC in Birmingham, Luca Patriccioli, Head Chef at Clare College Cambridge, presented a starter and two main courses in the Salon Culinaire world class culinary competition’s ‘restaurant plates’ category, winning a silver medal for his main course plates and a merit for his starter.
International delegation puts Cambridge on the map
Eight VisitEngland representatives from around the world were in Cambridge last week to see at first hand the wide range of venues and facilities on offer to host conferences and events.
Academic venue showcase brings business to Cambridge
A showcase providing the opportunity to see 30 academic venues in one place, on one day has resulted in a significant number of enquiries to bring events to Cambridge.
Record year for Robinson
The Conference Team at a Cambridge College is celebrating achieving a record year for business in a very challenging marketplace.
Event organisers learn how to secure sponsorship and funding
Representatives from leading medical and scientific organisations located in Cambridge attended a seminar focused on ways of raising income for events.
Building for the future at Jesus College
Jesus College is pleased to announce that the refurbishment of the Morley Horder and Grade II listed Carpenter Buildings is now completed.
Downing College opens the door to new en suite accommodation
Downing College, Cambridge has launched a new addition to its portfolio of facilities – 22 superior double ensuite bedrooms on its Regent Street site.
Nick Clegg visits his old college
Robinson College was delighted to welcome back one of its prominent alumni yesterday (Thursday) to meet with local MPs, members of the Liberal Democrat party and to chair a Q&A session.
Robinson College shortlisted for international marketing award
The Conference Office team at Robinson College, Cambridge is celebrating being shortlisted for a prestigious international award. The College is through to the last four in the ‘Best Brand Marketing Campaign’ category in the Meetings Industry Marketing Awards (MIMA) 2012, the only academic venue in the listing.
Conference Cambridge strengthens team
Conference Cambridge, the official free venue-finding service for Cambridge University and the Colleges, is strengthening its team with the appointment of Laura Worsley as Events Enquiry Administrator.
Downing College launches exclusive offer for local businesses
A Cambridge College is offering local businesses the chance to try out a new suite of meeting rooms at a special promotional rate.
Annual results show record year for Conference Cambridge
Cambridge is proving more popular than ever as a destination for holding conferences and events according to the latest figures released by Conference Cambridge, which break all previous records in its 14-year history.
Cambridge Ambassador Programme launched to help bring business to the city
A programme designed to help those in business and academia put forward a strong case for bringing their association or society’s events to Cambridge was officially launched at Girton College last week.
Hats off to Tina - Downing College's first female Head Porter
Downing College Cambridge has appointed its first female Head Porter in its 200-year history.
Downing College Is top of the tree in environmental ratings
A Cambridge College is celebrating coming joint top of the 2012 green league table for its environmental performance.