Finding an events venue that feels inspiring before you've even added your own touches isn't always easy, but FORA Dallington Street manages exactly that. Tucked away in the heart of Clerkenwell, The Canopy is a light-filled, design-led space that reflects FORA's thoughtful approach to modern working life, creating a venue that's equally suited to business events, creative workshops, networking evenings and private celebrations.
FORA has spent a decade rethinking what a workspace can be, creating beautifully designed environments where businesses of every size can thrive. That same philosophy carries through to its event spaces, with a focus on flexibility, intelligent design and making every guest feel comfortable from the moment they arrive.
The Canopy is perhaps the best example of that approach. Spanning 1,288 square feet, the room is flooded with natural light thanks to a series of elegant curved skylights overhead. The result is a bright, uplifting atmosphere that's refreshingly different from many city event spaces, making it just as suitable for daytime conferences as evening receptions.
The venue is deliberately flexible, allowing layouts to be tailored around each event. It can host up to 75 guests for standing receptions, 45 in a theatre-style setup, 35 in a standard layout or 20 cabaret-style, making it an adaptable choice for everything from product launches and presentations to away days, panel discussions and creative team workshops. A fully equipped bar is built into the space, while an adjoining meeting room provides a useful preparation area for organisers, speakers or performers.
On warmer days, guests can spill out onto the adjoining terrace, offering another place to mingle between sessions or enjoy drinks after the formalities are over. It gives events a natural flow between indoors and outside, without ever feeling disconnected.
Accessibility is another strength. Situated within easy walking distance of Farringdon, Barbican and Old Street stations, The Canopy is straightforward to reach from across London, while secure bicycle storage makes arriving by bike equally convenient.
Food and drink are tailored to each occasion through FORA's trusted catering partners, who can provide everything from breakfast spreads and afternoon teas to elegant canapés and bowl food. UK registered charities also benefit from a 15% venue hire discount.