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Business Design Centre

Name: Business Design Centre
Address: 52 Upper Street, London, N10QH, GB
Telephone: +442072886475
Rating: 4.3

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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.

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.

18/05/2026

🚇 May 2026 Tube strikes

Planned Tube strikes will affect the London Underground from Tuesday 19th to Friday 22nd May.

The Business Design Centre is located in the heart of Islington, North London, and remains easily accessible via a variety of different 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 always check before you travel. For further travel advice, visit: https://bit.ly/3I8V9LY

14/05/2026

📣 : Hayley Constable promoted to Head of Exhibition Services.

Congratulations to Hayley, who has recently stepped into her new role as Head of Exhibition Services at the Business Design Centre.

Since joining the team in 2008, Hayley has played a pivotal role in the success of our Venue Services team, leading major operational projects and delivering high-profile events including Progressive Greetings Live, London Art Fair and Exclusively Housewares.

Join us in congratulating Hayley and wishing her every success in her new role.

🔗 Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/3R5Swio

13/05/2026

The countdown is on! 🎙️

We’re excited to welcome the podcasting world back to the Business Design Centre in just one week for The Podcast Show 2026.

This year’s programme promises fresh insights, global perspectives and plenty of inspiration – with standout speakers including Gary Lineker, Katherine Ryan, Louis Theroux and Fearne Cotton, plus leading voices from Spotify, BBC Studios, YouTube and more.

But the experience doesn't end when the doors close…

The show's After Hours programme will take over the local area, featuring:

🎙️ Live podcast shows
🤝 Networking events
🍸 Socials across Islington’s bars and venues

From the BDC to Upper Street and beyond, this is more than an event – it’s a full neighbourhood takeover.

Take a look at last year's highlights and book your tickets today: https://bit.ly/4qJKebW

Address

52 Upper Street
London
N10QH

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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