Built originally by Prior Bolton in about 1509,
from the time of King Henry V111, Canonbury became a meeting
place and a source of inspiration for great minds. An oasis
of quiet and tranquility from the City of London, where people
came for peace, study and contemplation. In Elizabethan times
Francis Bacon , one of Englands's greatest philosphers , lived
here and together with others , planned the future course of
history. Canonbury Tower, the most important example of late
Tudor building in the north of London, was occupied in Georgian
times by Oliver Goldsmith, writer, poet, and playwright of great
distinction.
Today. the unique charm and quiet air of Canonbury
remains well preserved, and after 4 years of careful refurbishment,
the restored building now forms the Canonbury Academy.
Canonbury Academy offers 25 conference rooms
in this historic building, and with its extensive range of facilities
and services can cater for every form of meeting. Set in large
secluded gardens, Canonbury is truly a country house conference
centre in London
