Plan Your Visit
Business Design Centre,
London, UK
The Congress takes place at the Business Design Centre in North London.
Join us in London
The Business Design Centre is an iconic venue in the heart of London. With roots dating back to 1861, the BDC has a long and rich history from the Royal Agricultural Hall housing the Smithfield Cattle Club Show to the vibrant event and exhibition space it is today, the LSX World Congress is delighted to have found a new home for 2023!
Located a short walk from Angel station in the heart of Islington, we look forward to welcoming you to one of London’s premier event spaces - www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk
Venue
Business Design Centre, London N1 0QH
Arriving At The Venue
For comprehensive and up-to-date travel information, refer to the Transport for London journey planner to facilitate your journey to the Business Design Centre.
Getting there tube:
For those traveling underground, the Northern Line is your direct link. Alight at Angel Station, and you'll find yourself a mere 5-minute walk from the Business Design Centre. From central locations such as King's Cross St. Pancras, it's only a 7-minute tube journey to Angel Station.
Getting there by train:
The rail network provides a convenient route to the venue. You can take advantage of the Elizabeth line, Great Northern, Overground, and Thameslink lines, all of which serve the area surrounding the Business Design Centre.
Getting there by car:
If you're driving, the Business Design Centre is located on Upper Street in the heart of Islington. There are several public car parks nearby, and the venue is outside the Congestion Charge Zone. Remember to check for any traffic updates or restrictions before you set off.
Getting there by air:
For international visitors or those coming from further afield within the UK, London's airports provide an array of options. From London City Airport, take the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Bank Station and then switch to the Northern Line to reach Angel Station.
Accessibility
The Business Design Centre is a fully DDA-compliant venue.
Arriving at the BDC
If you arrive by car, there are 8 dedicated parking spaces for blue badge holders in the on-site car park. There is a passenger lift to street level or the BDC forecourt, or you can take the 17-step pedestrian staircase.
The route from the car park to the building is well-lit and clearly marked. The surface is firm. There are two staircases between street level and the building (5 and 12 steps respectively, all with handrails). There is also a ramp on the forecourt.
If someone is dropping you off in a vehicle, please contact the BDC front of house team so they can give you access to the forecourt through our security point. Please call 0207 288 6475.
If you are coming by train, the nearest step-free station is Kings Cross and St Pancras International, which is easily reachable via bus or taxi.
Inside the BDC
All the reception desks at the BDC are fitted with DDA-compliant registration points for people in wheelchairs.
All levels of the venue are accessible via passenger lifts, with low-reach buttons, braille, back mirrors and distress alarms. Every staircase in the BDC has handrails. All publicly-accessible areas of the venue are well-lit.
We are happy to accommodate people in wheelchairs in any of our conference spaces.
Toilets
There is an accessible toilet on each level of the venue. Restrooms are accessible with a RADAR key (we keep a spare key in reception). Each toilet has low reach door handles and an emergency pull cord alarm.
You’ll find our accessible toilets at:
- Ground floor – Stairwell B (no RADAR key required)
- Mezzanine – Stairwell B
- Gallery level – Stairwell F
If you want to use the toilets but do not have a RADAR key, please speak to our concierge team when you arrive, or call 0207 288 6475.
Wheelchair hire
There are a limited number of wheelchairs available for hire to BDC visitors. Please call the concierge team on 0207 288 6475 to book your wheelchair. Please bring proof of identification to confirm your booking.
Guide dogs
We are happy to welcome guide dogs to the BDC. So we can make sure your guide dog is as well looked after as you are, please contact the project manager for your event before you arrive. Alternatively, call the concierge team on 0207 288 6475.
Hearing Loop
Two of the BDC conference rooms have permanent induction loops which can be connected for conference sessions.
If you require a hearing loop for an event you are attending, please contact the project manager of the event.
In an emergency
In the unlikely event of a fire or other emergency, the fire alarms will activate. The fire alarms give audio and visual signals to help visitors evacuate the building. The venue fire marshals will also assist you as you leave. There are two Evac chairs on-site to assist people in wheelchairs to reach the ground floor in the event of a fire.
There are emergency red phones on each floor of the venue, at the entrance to every stairwell, for visitors to contact reception in the event of an emergency.
If you require additional assistance in the event of an emergency, please let us know so we can support you with a personal evacuation plan.
For more information on accessibility at the BDC, please call our concierge team on 0207 288 6475.
Floor Plan
Navigate your day with ease using our handy floor plan below. Find key sessions, networking spots, and refreshment areas at a glance.
