REGENT ELEGANCE
ASSEMBLY ROOM
NEO-CLASSICAL STYLE
The impressive Howard Building Assembly Room blends perfectly with the classical feel of the College. A spacious and stylish room with decorative ionic scrolls, its neo-classical style gives a regent elegance and provides a unique setting for both conferences and civil ceremonies for weddings.
Offering a variety of seating set ups available for conferences, the Howard Assembly Room is an extremely versatile space, perfect for you to create a bespoke event.
OVERVIEW
A flexible space, the flat floor and small stage allow for a variety of setups from board meetings to cabaret-style workshops or theatre style presentations. With lift access and a staircase from the foyer, this purpose built lecture room is fitted with a multimedia presentation system ideal for a modern conference event.
CAPACITY
- Theatre – 120 guests
- Cabaret – 56 guests
- Classroom – 50 guests
CATERING PACKAGE
Applicable to bookings for the Howard Building.
FOOD AND FACILITIES
- Tea, coffee and selection of pastries on arrival
- Mid-morning tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit bowl
- Finger buffet or cafeteria style lunch with tea and coffee
- Afternoon tea, coffee and cakes
- Still and sparking bottled housewater
- WiFi delivered by University of Cambridge
- Complimentary car parking – please check at booking
AV EQUIPMENT TO INCLUDE:
- Screen and data projection
- PA system and microphone
- Lectern with a room control system for projection
- Audio and lighting functions
- Conference pads and pens
- Flipchart and equipment
- On-hand AV support for 8 hours
THEATRE STYLE
CABARET STYLE
OTHER ROOMS
"We had an excellent event at Downing! Everything was perfect. The lunch was really tasty. AV was so attentive and thoughtful - they really went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. Great day and I look forward to hosting future events at Downing."
Gates Cambridge Trust
"The conference and events team was wonderful to work with and provided us with an excellent service from start to finish.
Thank you!"
University of Cambridge Development & Alumni Relations
"The staff at Downing go above and beyond to look after us. I have used Downing as conference facilities, dinner and accommodation. I keep coming back and will continue to do so. Thank you Downing."
Judge Business School, Executive Education Learning
CONTACT US
Use one of the methods below to get in touch with us.
Our friendly team is here to help
conference@dow.cam.ac.uk
Office
Come and visit us
Conference and Events Office
Downing College
Regent Street
Cambridge CB2 1DQ
Phone
Mon – Fri, 8.30am – 5pm
+44 (01223) 334 860