Alumni Garden Party & Family Day

We are delighted to welcome alumni back to Queens' on the 30th of June this year for the annual Alumni Garden Party and Family Day!

Registration is now open via the form at the bottom of this page.

FAQs

Q: What is the date and time of this event?
A: The event will be held on Sunday 30th June 2023 between 2.30pm - 5.00pm.

Q: Where will the event be held?
A: The event will be held in the Fellows’ Garden.

Q: What is the cost of tickets?
A: Ticket prices: £20 per adult (aged 18+); £10 for children (11-18 years); free for children 10 and under.

Q: How many tickets can I purchase?
A: There is a maximum booking of two adult tickets and up to three child/infant tickets per member. Places are limited and these will therefore be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Q: How do I register for this event?
A: Registration has now closed. If you have not yet registered and wish to do so, please email alumnievents@queens.cam.ac.uk

Q: What is the cancellation policy?
A: Refunds on cancellations are only available up to five working days before the event.

Q: What is the dress code?
A: The Garden Party is a casual event. Although some seating will be provided, we encourage you to bring along rugs and blankets etc. The gardens have limited shade, so please be aware of this if it is a hot day. In case of bad weather, alternative locations will be arranged, and we would encourage you to wear bring weather-appropriate attire.

Q: Will parking be available?
A: Due to limited space and environmental concerns, there will be no parking available in College unless you are a blue-badge holder or have very limited mobility. For those who have requested parking for the aforementioned reasons, this will be arranged for you.

We have reserved limited parking at the College Sports Ground on Barton Road, CB3 9LL which is a walk of approximately 20-25 minutes, available on a first come, first served basis.

We also recommend using the Park & Ride services in Cambridge (see the following map https://cambridgeparkandride.info/).

Q: Can I bring my dog to the Garden Party?
A: Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted in College.

Q: Can I book a punt?
A: College punts can be booked via the Porters' Lodge. Contact: porters@queens.cam.ac.uk or phone 01223 335511.

Q: Where can I leave my luggage?
A: If you wish to store any luggage, a room in College will be open during the day. Please note that this room will not be locked so valuables are left at your own risk.

Q: Will accommodation be available in College?
A: Accommodation is not available in College. Please find below a list of suggested hotels:

  • The Graduate Hotel (formerly known as The DoubleTree by Hilton), Mill Lane
  • The Hilton Cambridge City Hotel, Downing Street
  • The Møller Centre, Churchill Road
  • Hotel du Vin, Trumpington Street
  • The Varsity Hotel, off Bridge Street, near Magdalene
  • The University Arms Hotel, Regent Street 

Data Protection Information:

All data is securely held in the College’s Alumni and Development Office and will be treated confidentially and with sensitivity for the benefit of Queens’ College and its Members. Selected data is available to the University, and occasionally to Alumni volunteers and agents contracted by the College for specific Alumni-related projects. Data is used for a full range of Alumni activities, including the sending of College publications, the promotion of benefits and services to Members, the notification of Members’ events and the raising of funds for Queens’. Under the terms of the 1998 Data Protection Act you have the right to object to the use of your data for any of these purposes.