Cambridge hosts national event focusing on conference ambassador programmes
Conference Cambridge, the free venue-finding service for the University, Colleges, hotels and other unique properties in and around Cambridge, has just hosted this year’s meeting of the prestigious Great Ambassador Networking Group (GANG2014).
Emmanuel College chef represents England in Culinary World Cup
Nathan Aldous, Deputy Head Chef at Emmanuel College, is celebrating success at gaining a place in the Senior Team representing England in the Culinary World Cup.
St John’s Catering and Conference Manager selected to join Réunion des Gastronomes
Bill Brogan, Catering and Conference Manager at St John’s College, has been elected into the Réunion des Gastronomes, an organisation officially formed in 1899 with the object of raising standards of hotel keeping and catering.
Triple delight for Cambridge venues at industry awards
Two Cambridge venues have put the city firmly on the meetings map in the recent M&IT Industry Awards organised by Meetings and Incentive Travel magazine, with awards in three classes.
McGrath Centre opens for business at St Catharine's College
St Catharine’s College has opened The McGrath Centre, a sleek stone, glass and steel building with a soaring lobby, versatile auditorium, meeting rooms and sophisticated downstairs bar, which bring together functional and inviting spaces to meet, socialise and learn.
Town and Gown show appreciation for academics’ efforts
Academics from Cambridge University were joined by the Mayor of Cambridge at a recent event to celebrate the successful promotion of Cambridge as a global centre of excellence for intellectual capital, leading-edge research and an ideal location for international conferences.
Building for the future - Homerton College receives go-ahead for major development
A Cambridge College is celebrating the official go-ahead for a £60 million development adjacent to its site on Hills Road.
Homerton Conference Centre and Cambridge Cookery School announce an exciting new recipe!
Homerton College's newly appointed Sales & Marketing Manager, Gail Norfolk, has announced an exciting new product launching in January 2014.
Conference Cambridge appoints new Board members
Conference Cambridge, the free venue-finding service for the University, Colleges, hotels and other unique properties in and around Cambridge, has appointed two new Board members.
Culinary success at the double for University Centre chef
The University Centre in Cambridge is celebrating the achievements of its Chef Vladimir Hromek, who carried off two awards in the recent Cambridge Culinary Competition.
Clare College wins Stewards’ Cup in culinary competition
The catering team at Clare College, Cambridge, is celebrating the taste of success after winning the Stewards’ Cup in the recent 2013 Cambridge Culinary Competition, for the second time in three years.
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.