LONDON — BMA House begins 2026 with strong momentum after celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025. The milestone marked a century since the British Medical Association made the building its official home on July 13, 1925.
Originally designed in 1911 by Sir Edwin Lutyens, BMA House has transformed over time. Today, it operates as one of London’s leading conference and events venues. However, it still preserves its architectural heritage.
Located in Bloomsbury, the venue sits minutes from King’s Cross, Euston and St Pancras stations. As a result, it attracts both UK and international organisers. With 22 flexible spaces, including a botanical Garden and a striking Courtyard, BMA House hosts events for up to 320 guests.
A centenary year that drove change
Throughout 2025, the team at BMA House celebrated its history. At the same time, they pushed forward new operational goals. Rather than focus only on heritage, management used the anniversary to highlight future plans.
Hannah Robinson, Venue Manager at BMA House, said the centennial year strengthened the venue’s direction.
“The centennial year gave us a brilliant opportunity to celebrate our heritage while showing what BMA House stands for today,” she said. “We focus on events that feel welcoming, deliver real value and support sustainable operations.”
As a result, the venue entered 2026 with clear priorities.
Sustainability moves from policy to practice
BMA House continues to strengthen its sustainability strategy. For example, the venue operates zero-to-landfill waste systems. In addition, the catering team prioritizes plant-forward menus.
In 2025, the team simplified its catering structure. Instead of offering mostly bespoke menus, they introduced set menu packages for conferences. Consequently, 93 percent of hot fork buffet bookings selected set options.
This shift reduced ingredient waste and improved planning accuracy. Furthermore, it helped maintain competitive pricing for organisers. The kitchen now sources around 70 percent of ingredients from plant-based options. It also removed red meat from standard conference packages.
By making these adjustments, BMA House aligned operations with rising client expectations.
Three clear priorities for 2026
Looking ahead, BMA House has identified three focus areas for 2026.
First, the catering team will continue refining seasonal set menus. They aim to balance creativity, cost control and waste reduction. Because uptake remained strong in 2025, management sees clear demand for this approach.
Second, the venue plans to extend delegate experiences beyond its walls. After launching a Local Area Guide in 2025, the team now encourages organisers to build itineraries across Bloomsbury and central London. This approach particularly supports international guests who want to explore the area.
Third, BMA House will expand support for the education sector. The venue introduced an Academic Day Delegate Rate tailored to academic calendars. Moreover, it will offer a 10 percent introductory saving during Easter, half-term and summer 2026 periods.
This targeted approach reflects growing bookings from universities and professional training providers.
A heritage venue focused on the future
BMA House blends historic character with modern event delivery. The British Medical Association continues to act as custodian of the building. Meanwhile, the venue team drives operational innovation.
Because sustainability, value and guest experience now guide planning decisions, BMA House positions itself strongly for 2026 and beyond.
The centenary marked more than a celebration. Instead, it strengthened the venue’s long-term strategy. As 2026 progresses, BMA House aims to build on that momentum and continue evolving as one of London’s leading conference destinations.
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