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Pitt Building Filming

Filming
Front exterior view of the Pitt Building in Cambridge
Close-up of stone architectural details on the Pitt Building
Reception area inside the Pitt Building
Interior view of the Oriel Room meeting space
Aerial drone view showing the Pitt Building and surrounding area

The Pitt Building is one of Cambridge's most iconic filming locations. With a stunning façade—featuring beautiful architectural details at every turn—and our first-class hospitality, our rooms are unique spaces to shoot interviews, short films, TV adverts and product launches. 

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Why choose the Pitt Building as a filming location

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Location

Situated in the heart of the city alongside medieval University buildings, low-rise Tudor houses and the neoclassical Fitzwilliam Museum, The Pitt Building offers an unrivalled Cantabrigian setting.

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History

Previously home to the printing and publishing office of Cambridge University Press and originally commissioned in honour of William Pitt the Younger—Britain's youngest Prime Minister at the age of 24, The Pitt Building is steeped in rich academic history.

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Rooms

We have a selection of rooms suitable for filming, including The Oriel Room—where every book and journal published by Cambridge University Press receives its official stamp of approval. It's arguably one of the most stunning filming spaces available to hire in Cambridge!

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Facilities

By choosing The Pitt Building, you'll not only benefit from its historic setting you'll also enjoy a host of additional features—including flexible room layouts, Wi-Fi access, serviced catering areas, and not to mention a friendly and welcoming environment to suit your needs.

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Catering

We're delighted to offer a range of catering options, consisting of fresh, locally sourced produce and treats, as well as artisanal juice and sodas. If you or any of your crew have special dietary requirements, we are also more than happy to cater for them.

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Sustainability

At The Pitt Building, we're committed to playing our part to address climate change. We've undertaken an array of strategic and operational commitments to reduce our impact on the environment and are proud to have been awarded a Green Meeting accreditation.

Rooms available for filming

The Darwin Room

The Darwin Room

A substantial ground floor room offering flexible space and an abundance of natural light, the Darwin Room remains a popular option for filming.

Room hire rate

£750

Guests

15-100

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The Oriel Room

The Oriel Room

A hidden gem in central Cambidge, the Oriel Room provides a stunning backdrop to your film.

Room hire rate

£750

Guests

12-30

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The Wright Room

The Wright Room

Beautifully refurbished with exceptional attention to detail, the Wright Room exudes a traditional Cambridge character.

Room hire rate

£400

Guests

6-14

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Reliable, friendly service and fantastic value for money. I have 6 very happy Directors following a perfectly smooth away day!

April 2025

FAQs

    Do you have on-site car parking - where is the nearest parking?

    As part of our sustainability commitment, we encourage our visitors to either walk, cycle or use public transport where possible. For directions, please visit our Getting Here page .

    For equipment delivery, we can arrange a short, dedicated drop-off time slot. Vehicles must then be moved to alternative parking facilities. The nearest of which is the public Grand Arcade car park (Corn Exchange Street, CB2 3QF), a short five-minute walk away from The Pitt Building. 

    Can we hire a filming space for a couple of hours - how much would it cost?

    We strongly encourage a half-day, or full-day room hire for filming. This is generally needed when factoring in equipment and room set-up and take-down time. However, if this model does not fit your schedule, we will be happy to offer a tailored solution for you.

    Are your rooms sound proofed?

    Our rooms are not soundproofed. However, we can offer quiet, dedicated spaces for filming. Please speak to your Event Manager for further information.

    Are refreshments provided?

    Yes, absolutely! If you would like refreshments to be provided during your filming session, please mention this to us when booking.

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    Meeting Rooms

    Meeting Rooms

    The Pitt Building offers some of the finest meeting rooms in Cambridge with versatile spaces and modern facilities to suit your needs.

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    Hybrid Meetings

    Hybrid Meetings

    We offer the latest hybrid technology and a full AV support service to reach audiences that cannot attend in person.

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    Interviews

    Interviews

    Impress your candidates and host your interview in some of the finest meeting rooms in Cambridge.

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