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Lights, Camera, Action…

Back in September, we joined 135 people from 44 destinations from across the British isles and parts of western Europe by gracing the red carpets of Bristol for the Simpleview EMEA Summit 2024. A UNESCO City of Film, Bristol was a fitting destination for this year’s Summit where the theme focused on…

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Office Christmas Party Venues in Cambridge

If you've been tasked with organising your office's upcoming festive party, we're here to help you find the perfect venue! Whether you're planning a celebration for Christmas, Diwali, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or Bodhi Day, and in search of a formal sit-down meal or a more casual dining experience, our…

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Team-building Events in Cambridge

Cambridge has a foundation of collaboration and teamwork! Whilst we can’t guarantee that your team will win the next Nobel Prize, our guide on how to plan a team building event in Cambridge will get you started with designing an event guaranteed to bring your team together. 1. Objective Be clear on…

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Walking and Punting Tours in Cambridge

Enriching your event with a guided walking or punting tour in Cambridge is the perfect way to encourage your attendees to network and dive deep into the city’s history a memorable experience which will create fond memories of your event. Walking Tours Experience Cambridge like a Local Walking tours…

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Phrases from Cambridge

Cambridge is a hub of innovation and inspiration, but did you know it is also the likely birthplace of some of these popular words and sayings? Originating from St John’s College, the sartorial term blazer referred to the red "blazers" of the Lady Margaret Boat Club (1825), the rowing club of…

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Tips on Choosing AV for Your Event

Planning an event involves countless details, and one of the most crucial aspects is ensuring your audio-visual (AV) setup is flawless. Paolo Labita and Luigi L., AV Technicians at Newnham College, give their insights on the future of AV for events and share their advice on how event professionals…

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Making an Impact at IMEX Frankfurt

Earlier this month, thousands of meetings, events, and incentive travel professionals descended upon Frankfurt to attend IMEX, one of the largest trade shows for the events industry. We were invited to attend alongside Meet England, and immersed ourselves in the show, soaking up the electric…

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A Guide to Staying in a Cambridge College

When it comes to staying in a Cambridge College, accommodation options go beyond the stereotypical image of traditional student bedrooms. Whether you're planning a conference or meeting; looking to reward your team with an incentive visit to Cambridge or looking for a city break with a difference…

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Developing & Shaping Sustainable Events

Last week marked a pivotal moment as the Cambridge events community came together for ‘ Shaping Sustainable Events ’. Hosted at the contemporary West Court at Jesus College, over 100 attendees, including representatives from Cambridge venues, VisitBritain and trade press came together to hear from two…

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Tips for Marketing your Event

Hosting an event is an exciting task but its success relies heavily on effective marketing. Whether you're organising a multi-day conference, one-day meeting or a team-building day, reaching your target audience and creating anticipation is paramount. Before you start, have a clear communications…

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