Wedding Venues in Cambridge

Cambridge's colleges, the River Cam and the Backs make a beautiful setting, and some historic buildings in the city host weddings and receptions, often with rules on numbers and timings. Many couples look just outside the city, where the flat Cambridgeshire countryside and the rolling land towards Saffron Walden and Royston are home to country houses, converted barns, farm venues and estates. Ely, with its cathedral rising above the fens, makes a memorable day out for photographs.

Timing

Cambridge is busiest in summer and around graduation in June and July, when hotels fill with visiting families. Newmarket race days can also affect accommodation to the east. Ask your venue about local events before choosing a date. Prices vary with the day of the week and season.

Guest travel

• Direct trains run to London King's Cross and Liverpool Street.
• London Stansted Airport is a short drive south.
• The M11 and A14 serve the area.
• Parking in the city centre is limited, so plan transport for guests.

In England a civil ceremony must take place at a register office or approved premises. Give notice at your local register office.