King's College

King's College is one of the oldest royal foundations in Cambridge. Henry VI laid the foundation stone in April 1441, and it was to have a Provost and 70 poor scholars drawn exclusively from Eton College, the King's other foundation near Windsor.

From the first, the Colleges buildings were intended to be a magnificent display of the power of the royal patronage and the King went to great lengths to ensure that the Chapel, particularly, would be without equal in size and beauty.    

Today King's College is renowned for excellence in Scholarship, Research and Teaching and offers students a diverse, tolerant and informal community. This unique blend of College life and surroundings provides the perfect venue for any occasion.

• The view of King's College Chapel and its grounds is one of the most photographed and publicized images, conveniently located in the very heart of historic Cambridge, situated on the River Cam.
• The grade one listed hall is one of the most magnificent and dramatic dining halls of its era.
• Entertainment can be provided by the celebrated King's College choir- Collegium Regale.
• The Saltmarsh Rooms offer views overlooking the front lawn and the World-renowned King's College Chapel.
• We can cater for large events whilst retaining personalised and innovative service.

Rooms

Capacity									Room Information
View larger version	Beves Room	55	70	60	50	32	32	35	The Beves Room is a versatile room for dining, receptions and meetings.
View larger version	Chetwynd Room	0	120	65	0	25	25	0	The Chetwynd Room, adjoining Keynes Hall, is also available for seminars, trade exhibitions and refreshments.
	Keynes Lecture Theatre	0	0	157	30	25	0	0	This purpose-built lecture hall seats 157 people with a projection room and raised stage; incorporates a balcony for 37 guests.
	Saltmarsh Dining Room	30	30	40	0	22	20	0	Named after the eccentric bachelor don, John Saltmarsh, who lived here happily for most of his academic life, this suite of three delightful interconnecting rooms have been restored to their original splendour. The Saltmarsh Dining Room is an ideal venue for receptions, buffets and private dinners.
View larger version	Saltmarsh Reception Room	14	30	30	0	0	14	0	Named after the eccentric bachelor don, John Saltmarsh, who lived here happily for most of his academic life, this suite of three delightful interconnecting rooms have been restored to their original splendour. The Saltmarsh Reception Room is an ideal venue for receptions, buffets and private dinners.
View larger version	Saltmarsh Study	12	20	0	0	0	12	0	Named after the eccentric bachelor don, John Saltmarsh, who lived here happily for most of his academic life, this suite of three delightful interconnecting rooms have been restored to their original splendour. The Saltmarsh Study is an ideal venue for receptions, buffets and private dinners.
	The Hall	312	300	280	0	0	0	0	When daily attendance at Chapel ceased to be obligatory towards the end of the 19th Century, dining together became the most obvious celebration of the communal life of the College. In the sombre, sparely lit Hall, the gowned students would rise as the Fellows entered and walked its length to the High Table. After a Latin Grace, intoned by a Scholar, the Fellows would wine and dine, while the undergraduates would have to be content with a more simple fare. Nowadays the emphasis is on equality and informality, but the old rituals are still retained at the termly 'Feasts'. One of the most magnificent of its kind, the Hall can seat up to 312 people for formal banquets, 300 for a standing buffet, or can be rearranged into a more convivial layout for fewer numbers. We can also provide musical entertainment for your guests. The dulcet tones of the world-famous Choral Scholars, for example, can accompany your meal.

Accommodation

								Room Information
	201	121	68	0	12	0	No	Accommodation is available in: Keynes Building, Bodley's, Webb's and New Garden facilities. 6 of the 12 twins are double rooms.

Technical Facilities

Overhead Projector & Screen
Whiteboard
Flipchart
35mm Slide Projector
TV & Video
Data Projector
Fax
Photocopying
IT Facilities
DVD
ISDN
LCD Projector
PA System
Radio Microphones
Video Cameras
Dual 16mm film Projection
Internet Access

Other facilities can be hired in if required.

Sports Facilities

Tennis

Notes

Parking
Weddings	Non College Members Wedding Receptions
Music	Yes
Summer School	18
Policies on Children	N/A
Notes	Music can only be played out of term-time

Contact Info

Tel: 01223 331410

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Email: conferences@kings.cam.ac.uk

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