As the English Summer time descends upon us, so has the newly renovated garden courtyard at The Orator. Set in the heart of Cambridge and offering an exciting outdoor space for locals, tourists and students to meet for a bite to eat, a freshly made cocktail or to enjoy a glass of fizz in the sun; surrounded by the history and heritage of the Cambridge Union.
Opening Hours...
OPENING HOURS
Mon – Weds 11:00 – 23:00
Thurs – Sat 11:00 – 00:00
Sun 11:00 – 21:00
GET IN TOUCH
Email enquiries@theoratorcambridge.co.uk
Telephone
01223 417 142
BOOKING POLICY
No need to book for the Garden. First come, first served.
RECOMENDED
Proudly awarded as recommended Cambridge Restaurant by Guru.
A slice of greenery
in the heart of
the city
New Seasonal Menu
Our new seasonal menu showcases a British fusion with Mediterranean style sharing menu that is both comforting and exciting. Unpretentious, authentic, and most importantly delicious!
The garden will be open daily from 11am, and with seating available for more than 150 people, there’s plenty of room to indulge in a slice of greenery in the heart of the city, surrounded by one of the most historic venues in Cambridge.
Refreshing drinks
Come to try the new delicious summer menu and wide range of refreshing drinks in the stunning ornate garden space. From our quintessential cocktails, on the tap ales or finest wines to flavoured teas and mixers, we have something for everyone.
Surrounded by
great minds
Working lunches
Become a Member
The historical Cambridge Union Society has long since hosted famous speakers for drinks after spirited speeches or passionate debates. Pictured here, King Charles III (then HRH the Prince of Wales) arriving with Earl Mountbatten of Burma for his maiden speech at The Cambridge Union in 1970.
You don’t have to be a student to become a member at The Cambridge Union. Gain exclusive 20% discount at The Orator bar & restaurant when you do.
![Photograph of a page from the book Arena of Ambition: A History of the Cambridge Union by Stephen Parkinson [Icon Books Ltd] of King Charles III walking through the Orator garden](https://cus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Orator-Garden-King-Charles-walking-through-the-Orator-garden.webp)
Become a
member today.
Join Cambridge’s largest student society today for the opportunity to see world-class speakers and debaters as well as many other member benefits.
