Ray Dolby Centre added to Meet Cambridge hire portfolio

The Centre, the new home of the University of Cambridge’s world-renowned Cavendish Laboratory, officially opened in May carrying the legacy of some of history’s most transformative discoveries, including the electron, the neutron, and the double helix structure of DNA.

Located in the heart of the Cambridge West Innovation District, it offers organisations the unique opportunity to host events in one of the world’s most inspiring environments.

Purpose-built as a collaborative research hub, it combines cutting-edge labs with lecture theatres and adaptable event spaces, all crowned by a stunning café and dining space with panoramic views.

Andrew Bell, Head of Meet Cambridge, said: “The Ray Dolby Centre is a symbol of what Cambridge represents - a place where the brightest minds come together to solve the world’s greatest challenges.

“This is exactly why Cambridge remains a globally-recognised destination and why we are thrilled to offer this incredible venue as part of our free venue-finding offering.”

Cambridge continues to attract national and international organisations seeking inspiration in a city defined by discovery. Recently named Europe’s most intensive science and technology cluster and ranked second globally (Global Innovation Index 2025), Cambridge stands shoulder to shoulder with San Francisco, Boston, and Shanghai as one of the world’s foremost hubs of discovery.

Eve Stupart, Conference Manager at the Ray Dolby Centre, said: “We’re delighted to join forces with Meet Cambridge. The Centre was built to encourage collaboration and fresh thinking, making it an ideal setting for conferences and meetings that aim to spark new ideas and connections.”

The Ray Dolby Centre represents the next chapter in Cavendish Laboratory’s 150-year legacy of pioneering physics. As a major new asset for both the University and the city, it is set to revolutionise research and education in physics at Cambridge.

Named after former Cambridge student and sound pioneer Ray Dolby, who brought us surround-sound, the centre is a state-of-the-art facility that pushes the barriers of scientific discovery and a commitment to the future of physics.

Spanning five floors, the Ray Dolby Centre has been tailored to support a diverse array of physics research, including 173 laboratories, lecture halls, learning and collaborative spaces, workshops, cleanrooms and offices.