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Discover the power of a connected community. Events • Showrooms • Office Space • B Corp Certified
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London’s most stylish exhibition venue combines architectural beauty with contemporary design; playing host to over 250 events and attracting in excess of 900,000 visitors every year.

05/06/2026

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Meet Chris, Sustainability Lead at the Business Design Centre ♻️

With a strong background in the events industry and a passion for sustainability, Chris leads our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives, working closely with staff, organisers and partners to create meaningful, lasting change.

From tackling waste management to championing a more circular approach to events, Chris is playing a key role in shaping a more sustainable future for our venue and wider community.

🔗 Read the full interview: https://bit.ly/4vo4ORL

03/06/2026

On Global Exhibitions Day, we celebrate the powerful role exhibitions play in creating opportunities for communities, businesses, individuals and industries alike 🤝

At the Business Design Centre, we’re proud to host a diverse range of incredible shows throughout the year – from popular consumer and cultural events to industry-leading exhibitions that drive innovation and champion people and the planet.

🔗 Explore our calendar of events and discover your next exhibition: https://www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk/events/

UFI - The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry

02/06/2026

Be more than a neighbour 👐

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the incredible individuals who dedicate their time and energy to making a difference across our communities.

At the Business Design Centre, giving back is part of who we are. Throughout the year, our team works with inspiring organisations that support the local community here in Islington. In 2025, we:

🎊 Built crackers with Islington Giving
🎄 Helped deliver a festive experience for individuals affected by loneliness with One Day at Christmas
🏃 Raised money at our Tenants' Quiz for Run Kids Run
..and much more.

🔗 Discover how we're supporting our community:
https://www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk/sustainability/charities-community/

💼 Interested in joining a team that makes a difference?
https://www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk/about/careers/

01/06/2026

🚇 June 2026 Tube strikes

Please be advised that strikes are taking place across the London Underground Network on Tuesday 2nd and Thursday 4th June.

The Business Design Centre is located in the heart of Islington, North London, and remains easy to reach via multiple alternative routes:

🔹 Bus or bike – with excellent connections through multiple bus routes and well-established cycle lanes
🔹 Overground and National Rail – the nearest stations are Highbury & Islington, King’s Cross and St Pancras
🔹 Car – the venue sits outside the Congestion Charge Zone for those choosing to drive.

Please check before you travel. For further travel information, visit: https://bit.ly/436WnhS

29/05/2026

As we officially get ready to welcome summer, we're excited to announce a busy, exciting event calendar for June at the Business Design Centre ☀️

🔸 The Autism & ADHD Show – the largest gathering of the autism and ADHD community in the UK
🔸 Genomics England – bringing together the industry to explore the latest science driving genomic medicine forward
🔸 Progressive Greetings Live – the country's only exhibition dedicated to the greeting card industry
🔸 Exclusively Show – showcasing all things housewares

We’re proud to bring together diverse communities and industries under one roof, right here in the heart of Islington.

📍 Explore what’s on this June and join us: https://bdc.london/events/

28/05/2026

Meet the organiser: 5 minutes with The Everywoman Festival 🎪

With just over two weeks to go, we sat down with event organiser Professor Julie Cornish to gain further insight into Everywoman Festival – including her top tips and recommendations for the sessions you won't want to miss.

Bringing together leading clinicians, wellness experts and inspiring voices, the festival aims to educate, empower and support women at every stage of life in a way that's both engaging and accessible.

📰 Read more in our latest insights piece: https://www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk/insights/5-minutes-with-everywoman-festival/
📍 Business Design Centre
📆 Saturday 13th June

23/05/2026

Get ready, London 💫

Afro Hair and Beauty LIVE, Europe’s biggest celebration of Black hair, beauty and culture, is back this weekend!

From show-stopping runway moments to live makeovers, expert advice and the latest trends, this is the ultimate hair and beauty experience. Expect fashion, creativity, community and plenty of inspiration under the Business Design Centre's iconic vaulted roof.

📍 Business Design Centre
📅 24th – 25th May
🎫 https://bit.ly/4nMSZCf

22/05/2026

Ending the week on a high note ⭐

The Business Design Centre has been named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list 2026 (Small Organisation), the UK's largest study of employee engagement.

We're incredibly proud to have achieved this recognition for the second year running – a testament to our ongoing commitment to employee wellbeing, satisfaction and a people-centric workplace culture.

🔗 Read the official announcement and a comment from our CCO, Max Bull: https://www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk/insights/bdc-recognised-in-the-sunday-times-best-places-to-work-list-2026/

📰 View the full 2026 list: https://www.thetimes.com/best-places-to-work/small-companies/article/best-small-companies-2026-d3bxdz9d5

21/05/2026

We’re hiring! 📣

Ready for your next move in the events industry? Check out the latest available roles in our Venue Services team and be part of what’s next at the Business Design Centre:

🔹 Venue Services Manager (part time)
🔹 Senior Venue Services Manager

🔗 Find out more and apply: https://www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk/about/careers/

19/05/2026

We’re proud to announce that the Business Design Centre has been shortlisted for Venue of the Year (under 20,000 sqm) at the Association of Event Organisers Excellence Awards 2026 🏆

From conferences and exhibitions to community-led events, this recognition celebrates the power of our connected community and the dedication of the team championing our values every day.

Congratulations to all those shortlisted – we’re looking forward to celebrating with the industry in June.

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52 Upper Street
London
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Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 10pm
Tuesday	8am - 10pm
Wednesday	8am - 10pm
Thursday	8am - 10pm
Friday	8am - 10pm
Saturday	8am - 8pm
Sunday	9am - 6pm

Telephone

+442072886475

Website

http://bdc.london/

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