About
Fitzwilliam is one of the University of Cambridge’s 31 colleges. Our buildings have won many architecture awards. The Hall Building and Dining Hall were designed by Sir Denys Lasdun. Other buildings of note include the Auditorium, the Chapel, which is designed to suggest a floating ship, and the Olisa Library. The Grove, a lovely Regency house which once belonged to Emma Darwin, also sits within our grounds.
Fitzwilliam traces its origins to 1869, when the University of Cambridge started to admit non-collegiate students to widen access by reducing costs. The Non-Collegiate Student Board purchased a building in 1885 that took the name Fitzwilliam Hall, the institution was referred to officially as Fitzwilliam House from 1924, and full Collegiate status was granted in 1966. Fitzwilliam College is a thriving community of around 430 undergraduates, 320 graduates, 60 Fellows and more than 100 staff.
Step into our beautiful gardens and experience the tranquillity of being at Fitzwilliam. We give you the room you need to make your ideas a reality. Our flexible rooms, great food, and excellent service mean you can relax and enjoy your event.
We are committed to providing an excellent service, delivered to the highest standard of customer satisfaction. This Charter tells you, as our customers, what level of service your event should expect when dealing with the hospitality departments at Fitzwilliam College.
Our Customer Care Charter is available through this link in PDF format.
For further details on our facilities and services, please see our Guest Information Booklet.
Fitzwilliam College is a member of the MIA (Meetings Industry Association). Under the Meetings CODE, we promise to incorporate and uphold their four main areas of interest: Consistency, Openness, Decency and Ethics, when dealing with our customers, students, employees and suppliers.
Download the complete copy of the MIA Meetings CODE - the relevant section for our customers is section 2 - Venues (page 5)
Nikki Campin – Head of Conferences & Events
Nikki oversees the Events team here at Fitz, managing internal College bookings as well as our range of commercial events. She gained her degree in Events Management in 2012, following administrative roles at the University Centre and then within the regional NHS Deanery. Nikki now has over 10 years’ experience within Colleges and the University of Cambridge - having previously managed events at Wolfson College before moving to Fitz in 2020 – and an expert knowledge of events and accommodation operations, team management and customer service.
Freya Wayman – Senior Conference & Events Coordinator
Freya has over 8 years experience of working in Fitzwilliam College, starting in the Catering department and joining Fitz Events team to oversee the College events, becoming our Senior Conference & Events Coordinator in January 2025. Freya is a specialist in dealing with a wide range of internal College events, from committee meetings and intimate Parlour dinners, to large scale celebrations and gala events such as Graduation and Commemoration dinners.
Rochelle Allen - Conference & Events Coordinator
Rochelle joined us in June 2025. Before Fitzwilliam College, she worked at the Cavendish Laboratory as Hub Administrator for several years responsible for travel and accommodation bookings, access requests and the coordination of events. She has gained valuable experience across multiple departments within the university giving her a broad understanding of university systems and processes. She also has a strong passion for Fine Art, which complements her diverse skill set and eye for detail. In her role as Conference and Events Coordinator, Rochelle will respond to enquiries and manage events at the College, ensuring a consistently high standard of service.
Maddy Allum - Conference & Events Coordinator
Maddy joined us in April 2023. Prior to Fitzwilliam College she spent 6 years working in events and hospitality at the Pitt Building Conference Centre, during which time she played a key role in gaining the Green Meetings accreditation for the venue. She has experience in a wide range of events including art exhibitions, business meetings and team away days, evening receptions and student bookings. As one of our Conference & Events Coordinators she will respond to your enquiries and manage your event, providing you with a seamless service.
Richard Wayman – Head of Catering
Richard has worked at a number of Cambridge colleges including King's, Emmanuel and Homerton. He was first promoted to Head Chef at King's College where he established an excellent reputation for fine dining, which in turn attracted many high profile dinners. Richards’ career highlight was cooking for Her Majesty The Queen in honour of the University’s 800th anniversary celebrations. Richard joined Fitzwilliam in 2012, eager to share his passion for food and keen to inspire his new team to achieve the highest possible standards.
Katy has been a valued member of the Fitzwilliam College catering team for over a decade. Known for her dedication, warmth and exceptional service, she has become familiar and trusted face to staff, student and guests alike. Katy's commitment to excellence and her deep understanding of College hospitality have earned her to promotion to Front of House Supervisor. In her new role, she continues to bring professionalism, energy and passion for creating a welcoming experience at Fitzwilliam.
Will joined us as the Audio-Visual Technician in July 2024 bringing over 10 years of experience in live sound and events. Will has successfully managed a diverse range of events, from fashion shows and weddings to live gigs, at venues nationwide, including the renowned Compton Verney Art Museum.. As our Audio-Visual Specialist, he is well-equipped to meet all your technical needs, ensuring that every aspect of your event—from sound to lighting—runs flawlessly, delivering a seamless and memorable experience.
