The Pierian Centre started life in 2002 as a self-contained centre for training and self-development.

Since then it has grown into a Conference centre and unique focus for community development. This early phase of evolution and emergence has given way to a period of expansion and integration with the different worlds around it.

The Centre is based in a 5-storey Georgian building in Grade-1 listed Portland Square. Number 27 is lucky to have retained more of its original features than any of its neighbours – and one of the pleasures greeting delegates and visitors is a working environment filled with the aesthetic and spiritual ethos of the Enlightenment.

The centre attracts a wide range of people, from management teams in blue chip companies and organisations working with disadvantaged young people, to musicians, yoga teachers and voice coaches. Our community and arts events play a growing role in the life of the area and the wider city.