W E S T C O U R T

The purchase of the collegiate buildings of the neighbouring Grade-II listed Wesley House, provided the opportunity to create a new court within Jesus College’s historical footprint.

The College commissioned Niall McLaughlin Architects to sensitively refurbish and reconfigure the buildings to provide additional facilities and a landscaped court at the heart of the site.

West Court greatly enhances what Jesus College can offer for conference groups and private events. It creates a home for academic symposia, conferences, lectures and debate, as well as providing a beautiful dining room along with a café bar and pavilion with adjoining terraces, and a private events space. The multi-functional lecture hall is equipped with the latest communications technology seating up to 160 delegates. There is also luxury hotel standard bedrooms which are available all year round.

Jesus College offers a fantastic range of conference and dining facilities. Outside term time delegates using the lecture hall are able to dine in the magnificent College Hall and Upper Hall which combined seats 220 delegates. There are also 250 en-suite bedrooms in Library, North and Chapel Court, all of which have been awarded the Quality in Tourism 5 star accreditation by Visit England, for the fourth year running.

“We are very excited by the opportunities the West Court development presents in terms of the new facilities that we can offer. We are delighted with the end results!”

F R A N K O P A N H A L L

With a separate entrance lobby the new multi- functional Lecture Hall provides an excellent venue for conferences and meetings. The flexible hall has retractable tiered seating that can accommodate up to 160 delegates. It is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art video communication facilities providing opportunities for international engagement.

The West Court Foyer and the Bawden Room can be used in conjunction with the lecture hall for event registration and refreshments. The West Court Dining Room offers the perfect venue for either a seated or standing buffet lunch.

W E B B L I B R A R Y

The impressive double aspect Webb Library with its high domed ceiling is a flexible space that can be used for a wide range of events. Formerly a library the room has been sensitively restored and reconfigured, keeping its original features.

As a meeting venue the room can accommodate 80 delegates for a lecture and between 28-50 delegates in various layouts including boardroom and cabaret style. It is equipped with free standing dual projection TV screens for presentations. For drinks receptions the room can accommodate up to 150 guests.

B A W D E N R O O M

The Bawden Room, located on the ground floor with its traditional décor and contemporary lighting can be used for a wide range of events.

As a meeting venue the room can accommodate 60 delegates for a lecture, 22-40 delegates for a meeting in a number of layouts including boardroom and cabaret style. It is also equipped with free standing projection equipment.

Located directly below the West Court Dining Room the Bawden Room also offers the perfect drinks reception venue for up to 60 guests.

C O N F E R E N C E R O O M

The Conference Room, with walnut boardroom table and executive leather chairs provides a prestigious and private setting for up to 22 delegates.

The state-of-the-art AV includes an 84” wall-mounted touch-screen TV and a wide-angle full HD webcam and microphones, enabling video conferencing.

Our executive meeting package has been designed for those looking for a luxury setting, superior catering and service options and hotel-standard bedrooms located all under one roof.

B A I N R O O M

The Bain Room, located in the loft space of West Court, provides a comfortable and private setting for those looking for a unique meeting space.

The modern grey boardroom table with wood trim and executive fabric cantilever chairs will seat up to 18 delegates. It is also equipped with a wall-mounted high resolution digital TV screen for presentations.

Our executive meeting package has been designed for those looking for a luxury setting, superior catering and service options and hotel-standard bedrooms located all under one roof.

D I N I N G R O O M

The Dining Room is located on the first floor of West Court overlooking the landscaped courtyard.

The striking red walls work in contrast with the traditional wooden panelling, beamed ceiling, fireplace and ornate chandeliers.

It has a brand new state-of-the-art kitchen located next to the Dining Room. The Dining Room is used for breakfast and for formal dining seating up to 54 guests. When used in conjunction with the Foyer and Bawden room, it can be used to cater for up to 160 delegates for standing buffet lunches.

C A F É, P A V I L I O N & B A R

The café bar and pavilion with adjoining terraces provides a comfortable environment in which to work, relax and socialise.

During the day the café is be open to the College community and guests using West Court facilities. In the evenings the café is transformed into a trendy bar with a linked underground events space known as the Brewery Room. Outside of term time the Brewery room is the perfect location for private events including evening wedding receptions offering a private bar and space for dancing.

“West Court enhances what we can offer for conferences and events. The new lecture hall is of particular interest, as are the hotel-standard year-round accommodation.”

A C C O M M O D A T I O N

West Court offers a range of luxury accommodation in the centre of Cambridge, available all year round.

Our stylish and comfortable accommodation offers double and single en-suite and standard bedrooms, and serviced apartments. Each bedroom includes a workstation with free Wi-Fi, a flat screen TV, a hospitality tray and complementary toiletries. Booked alongside a conference or event, the accommodation offers guests the opportunity to relax amidst the surroundings of the College. Booked separately, it offers a different way to take a break in Cambridge.