For me, the best thing about Emma is the
inter-year socialising - it makes it a lovely
community to be a part of
Hall & Catering
Our bright & elegant Georgian Hall is laid out in a traditional medieval format. It is used by our College community of students, Fellows & staff to eat, catch up and socialise together.
Buttery & Hall
Breakfast, lunch and informal dinner are served Monday–Saturday, via a self–service Cafeteria system. Brunch & dinner are available on Sundays. All Hall food is automatically charged to your College Bill, via your University card.
Daily Service Times
| Breakfast | 0815–0915 | Monday–Saturday; self–service |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch | 1215–1330 | Monday–Friday; self–service |
| 1215–1315 | Saturday; self–service Sunday (outside term); self–service | |
| Brunch | 1115–1300 | Sunday (only in term); self–service |
| Dinner | 1745–19001 | Daily; self–service |
1Service for dinner continues until 1900. Students must leave the Hall by 1910, so the Catering staff can complete preparations for Formal at 1930.
Dietary Requirements
Vegetarian & vegan dishes are always available, and dietary requirements detailed on Formal Hall bookings are catered for. Students with specific dietary requirements or allergies should contact the Head of Catering. Food allergens are displayed with each dish, and on the screens outside the Buttery. As the kitchen produces a wide range of dishes, we cannot guarantee all potential allergens can be eliminated.
Buttery Shop
The Buttery Shop sells essential food items & College wine. It is open Monday–Friday between 1100 & 1330, and 1730 & 1900. Items can be purchased with cash, or using your University card.
Kitchen Closure 2022/23
| Michaelmas Term | Monday 19 December (PM)–Tuesday 3 January (AM) |
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| Lent Term | Friday 31 March (PM)–Tuesday 11 April (AM) |
| Easter Term | Saturday 12 August (PM)–Wednesday 30 August (AM) |
Formal Hall
An exciting and unique part of the Cambridge experience is our Formal Halls. People often book these to celebrate and enjoy a three–course, served & candlelit dinner in their gowns. These are offered on most evenings. Formal Hall is provided each evening except Wednesday.
Arrangements for Formals
- More traditional Formals are held on Monday, Friday & Sunday evenings. These have a limit of 4 guests per person.
- Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday evenings are open to clubs & societies and larger numbers of guests (although you can book without guests).
- Formals are smart occasions, and students must wear their academic gowns.
Formal Service Times
| Dinner | 1930 | Daily (except Wednesday) |
|---|
Students & guests should be at the entrance to the Lower Hall by 1920 to be seated. Latecomers may be refused entry.
How to Book
- You must book at least 2 days before the Formal via the internal booking system.
- Dietary requirements must be given when you book.
Behaviour at Formal Hall
Students should always have regard for their fellow diners, College property & staff. A behaviour guidance notice is displayed outside Hall. Any breach will be considered a disciplinary matter, and will be dealt with by the Senior Tutor & the Master & Tutors' Committee.
Private Dinners
- Clubs, societies & individual members of the College can book events & functions other than Formals on Thursdays & Saturdays.
- Bookings can be made via the online booking system.
- Dinners must be finalised with the Head of Catering at least 10 working days beforehand.
- In Easter term, charges to students who are graduating must be paid in advance.
Full & definitive details regarding the above information are set out in Domestic Matters.
