The Boardroom has been the meeting place for the Institute’s trustees since the end of the 19^th century. Located at the top of a sweeping staircase, the Boardroom contains many original features, including wooden panels, high ceilings, and an ornate fireplace.

Perfect for meetings requiring a sense of occasion, over the years the Boardroom has housed networking events and corporate away days, and has even been used as a filming location.

Pair the Boardroom with two breakout spaces, the Townsend and The Rosebery Room, for exclusive use of the entire wing.

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Tables are in a U-shape with chairs around them. There is a fireplace at the front of the room with a digital screen in front of it. Above it is a portrait and the walls are white with a chandelier hanging from the ceiling. — The Boardroom
Credit : Kathleen Arundell Photography

A photograph of Bishopsgate Institute's Boardroom in central London. The tables are set out in a square with chairs around them. There is a fireplace with a screen in front of it. There is a portrait hanging with a chandelier from the ceiling. — The Boardroom
Credit : Kathleen Arundell Photography

A photograph of the landing boardroom suite at Bishopsgate Institute in central London. The floor is carpeted with a wooden desk, chest of drawers, and a chair. There are then stairs leading up to the boardroom. — Landing Boardroom Suite
Credit : Kathleen Arundell Photography

A photograph of the staircase leading up the Boardroom Suite at Bishopsgate Institute in central London. The staircase is white with a wooden handle and the stairs are carpeted blue. — Staircase Boardroom Suite
Credit : Kathleen Arundell Photography

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Capacities

Layout Style	Capacity
Boardroom	18
Horseshoe	20

Access information

Whether you’re coming to an event or visiting the venue, we aim to be as accessible and inclusive as possible within the constraints of our Grade II* listed status.

Seating is always available and we provide fully accessible gender-neutral toilets.

Floor plan

The Boardroom floor plan
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What We Do

Proudly independent since 1895, Bishopsgate Institute is a cultural venue in the City of London. Our beautiful Victorian building is a place for people to connect over a shared love of learning. We believe everyone’s history should be valued, and our special collections and archives document the experiences of everyday life, as well as the people who have campaigned for social, political and cultural change. Come on in to explore our archives, take a course, or hire our amazing spaces.