Visiting
The 11th European Healthcare Design Congress & Exhibition will, once again, be held at the prestigious headquarters of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) in London.
Since its foundation in 1518, the RCP has had five headquarters in London. The current Grade 1 listed building in Regent’s Park was designed by architect Sir Denys Lasdun and opened in 1964. Considered a modernist masterpiece,it’s one of London’s most important post-war buildings.
In 1992, Sir Lasdun was awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects’ Trustee Medal in recognition of his work at the RCP, considered to be “the best architecture of its time anywhere in the world”.
Sir Lasdun won the competition to design the new headquarters in 1959. He was surprised at being asked to design for such a traditional body, given his modernist philosophy, and he made it clear that he would not create a classical-style building. Ultimately, he responded to the challenge with a skilful integration of centuries-old traditions and his own vision.
As an award-winning and highly versatile venue for conferences, meetings, banquets, training and outdoor events, the building has an atmosphere of space and light, with stylish, modern architecture and a selection of both old and new styles to suit all tastes.
The venue offers:
• A central London location – overlooking Regent’s Park, with good access to road, rail and tube.
• Magnificent conference and banqueting facilities – tiered auditoriums, exhibition space, event and dining facilities, including the stunning Council Chamber and the ‘jewel in the crown’, the Dorchester Library.
• An award-winning Grade 1 listed modern building – an atmosphere of space and light with a contrasting mix of old and new facilities.
• A rare heritage collection – with 500+ years of history and more than 50,000 antiquarian books.
• High-quality food and service – eclectic cuisine, bespoke menus and first-class service.
• A professional venue for international conferences – a member of Unique Venues of London, International Association of Conference Centres, and London and Partners, to name a few.
• A private ‘Physic Garden’ for events – filled with rare plants and flowers from all over the world, suitable for barbecues, receptions and al fresco dining.
• A professional and friendly events team – dedicated event managers, catering experts and technicians. Full support is provided before, during and following events.
Travel information
Situated on the east entrance of Regent's Park with easy access to central London, the Royal College of Physicians' is very easy to get to.
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Address: 11 St Andrews Pl, London NW1 4LE
