We are located in Clerkenwell in central London, so the Centre is easy to reach by public transport. There are Tube, train and bus links within walking distance. We also have bike racks available if you would like to cycle.
Where is the Centre located?
Our address: Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, 1 Myddelton Passage, London EC1R 1AG
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Our nearest train and Tube stations
Angel Station (Tube) - approx. 7 minutes walk
King’s Cross St. Pancras (Tube and train) - approx. 25 minutes walk
Farringdon Station (Tube and train) - approx. 20 minutes walk
Step-free access: The closest station with step-free access us King’s Cross St Pancras. Farringdon Station also has step-free access.
Our nearest bus stops
Hardwick Street (19, 38, 341): approx. 6 minutes walk
Pentonville road/Chapel Market (30, 73, 205, 214, 476): approx. 10 minutes walk
Bike access
We kindly ask that cyclists dismount as they pass through the site. Bikes cannot be brought into the building.
Outdoor bike racks are available near Myddelton Gate. Please bring your own bike lock. We store a small number of bike locks that can be borrowed on request but we cannot guarantee availability.
Getting here by car
There are three accessible parking spaces at the Amwell Street end of the Centre.
Please email access@qbcentre.org.uk at least one day in advance to reserve a space and arrange access (we will email you to confirm) or telephone +44 (0)20 8150 7100.
The Centre is in the London Borough of Islington. Blue Badge Parking information is available from Islington Council’s website: Where Blue Badge holders can park in Islington(opens in new window).
Please note that the Centre is located within the Congestion Zone.