Business Design Centre has 5 meeting/event spaces for 40–800 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Hall (800).
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosPhotography pending verification5 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Hall | 800 | — | 100 | 500 | 80 | — | — | 1000 |
| Gallery One | 300 | — | 60 | 200 | 50 | — | — | 400 |
| Gallery Two | 200 | — | 40 | 120 | 35 | — | — | 300 |
| Conference Suite | 120 | — | 30 | 80 | 25 | — | — | 150 |
| Meeting Room A | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 14 | — | — | 50 |
The Business Design Centre is a magnificent Victorian exhibition and conference venue located in the heart of Islington, North London. This Grade II listed building combines historic architecture with state-of-the-art facilities, offering over 40 versatile event spaces that can accommodate up to 2000 delegates across various configurations. The venue spans three floors and features everything from intimate meeting rooms to grand exhibition halls, making it suitable for conferences, trade shows, product launches, awards ceremonies, and corporate events. With its distinctive glass roof and elegant period features, the BDC provides a unique and inspiring setting in one of London's most vibrant districts. The venue offers comprehensive event services including professional catering, technical support, and event planning assistance. Located just minutes from Angel tube station and with excellent transport links across London, the Business Design Centre has established itself as one of the capital's premier conference and exhibition venues, hosting everything from international trade shows to high-profile corporate gatherings.
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Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room hire from £1200 for smaller spaces. Main Hall from £2500 per day. Full venue hire available. Premium London location rates. Catering packages from £25 per person.
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52 Upper Street, London, N1 0QH, United Kingdom
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Business Design Centre is a verified conference centre in London, hosting up to 2,000 guests, with day delegate rates from £1300. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Business Design Centre has 5 meeting and event spaces in London, seating up to 800 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
The largest event space at Business Design Centre is Main Hall, with a maximum capacity of 800 guests.
Business Design Centre offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Natural Daylight, Air Conditioning, Professional sound system, wireless microphones, LED screens across its 5 meeting and event spaces.
Up to 2000 guests in theatre style, flexible configurations available
Full professional AV services including sound, lighting, projection and technical support
Complete catering services from working lunches to formal dining, multiple catering partners available
On-site parking available, additional street parking nearby, excellent public transport links
The Business Design Centre is a magnificent Victorian exhibition and conference venue located in the heart of Islington, North London. This Grade II listed building combines historic architecture with state-of-the-art facilities, offering over 40 versatile event spaces that can accommodate up to 2000 delegates across various configurations. The venue spans three floors and features everything from intimate meeting rooms to grand exhibition halls, making it suitable for conferences, trade shows, product launches, awards ceremonies, and corporate events. With its distinctive glass roof and elegant period features, the BDC provides a unique and inspiring setting in one of London's most vibrant districts. The venue offers comprehensive event services including professional catering, technical support, and event planning assistance. Located just minutes from Angel tube station and with excellent transport links across London, the Business Design Centre has established itself as one of the capital's premier conference and exhibition venues, hosting everything from international trade shows to high-profile corporate gatherings.
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