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Gemma Baker

Gemma loves all things social media and keeps busy by creating lots of Hire Space content. When she’s not creating content, you'll find her shopping, exploring or at the gym!

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Private Dining

Taste the Luxury with These Top Private Dining Rooms

Discover the top private dining rooms where luxury and elegance come together. Perfect for hosting a memorable event in a truly sophisticated setting.

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Venue Finding

6 Little-Known Facts about Lord's Cricket Ground

Uncover six little-known facts about Lord's Cricket Ground, from its unique event spaces to hidden traditions. Perfect for cricket fans and event planners alike, explore what makes this iconic venue great for unforgettable gatherings.

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4 min read

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Accessibility

Top 8 Tips for Planning Inclusive Events: An Accessibility Guide For Event Organisers

In events, inclusivity isn't just a buzzword - it's a necessity. We've worked with some of the leaders in the events industry on guidance for making events accessible: here's a comprehensive guide to help make sure every event you plan is inclusive!

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Accessibility

In Talks With Isaac Harvey: How Can We Make Events More Inclusive?

We sat down with Isaac Harvey, disability advocate and President of Wheels and Wheelchairs, on how we can all make the events industry a more inclusive place.

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Accessibility

The Future of Accessibility & Inclusion In Events

Improving the accessibility of our events is crucial. Hear from the panel we hosted at International Confex on the future of accessibility in events.

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Christmas Parties

Why You Should Choose an Activity Bar for Your Next Christmas Do

Discover why activity bars are the ultimate choice for your next Christmas party. From competitive games to festive food and drinks, these quirky venues guarantee a fun celebration.

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Sustainability

The Top Sustainable Christmas Party Venues

Discover the best sustainable Christmas party venues that combine festive charm with eco-friendly practices, from renewable energy to zero waste. Perfect for a green celebration!

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Sustainability

The Best Sustainability Tools for Event Professionals

To keep up with the sustainability curve, it’s essential that event organisers adopt the technology and resources to help them in the transition. We’ve put together a list of some of the best tools available to eventprofs to help them integrate sustainability in events.

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Sustainability

How CSRD Affects Event Professionals in 2024/25 and How to Prepare

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) introduces new sustainability reporting standards. This blog explores what CSRD entails, the challenges it poses, and how event professionals can prepare and measure their compliance effectively.

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Sustainability

How to Find a Sustainable Venue for Your Event: A Guide for Event Organisers

With sustainability top of the agenda for many event organisers, choosing a sustainable venue for events is essential. Here, we're diving into how to find a sustainable venue, from the key features to look for, to the questions to ask, to make sure you're making your events as green as possible.

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Sustainability

Setting and Meeting Sustainable Event Objectives: A Guide for Event Professionals with isla

We sat down with isla to discuss how eventprofs can set, measure, and report on their sustainable objectives.

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Conferences

Why Cinema Venues Are a Blockbuster Hit for Conferences

When you think of a cinema, the first thing that comes to mind might be blockbuster movies, popcorn and a night out with friends. But did you know that cinema venues can also be the perfect setting for conferences?

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Conferences

The Top 5 London Conference Venues With Great Transport Links

Ready to get set up for success? Here are the top 5 London venues making business travel stress a thing of the past.

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Away Days

8 of The Best Away Day Venues to Bring Your Team Back Together

Discover 8 of the best away day venues perfect for bringing your team back together. From inspiring locations to exciting activities, these spaces are perfect for boosting team spirit and collaboration.

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Office Parties

7 Last-Minute Office Party Venues in London

The clock’s ticking, and you’ve left your office party planning to the last minute—but don’t sweat it! London is packed with incredible venues that are ready to host your event, even on short notice

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Christmas Parties

London's Most Unusual Christmas Venues

Tired of the same old Christmas party venues? This year, why not switch things up and throw your festive bash somewhere that’s truly out of the ordinary?

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Virtual Events

Launch Your Team Into 2025 With A Revitalising Virtual Away Day

Kick-start 2025 for your team by treating them to an exciting and engaging virtual team away day. The options are endless - we list a few of our favourites here.

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Christmas Parties

5 Last Minute Christmas Party Venues in London

Pressed for time? These 5 top last-minute Christmas party venues in London offer style, convenience, and festive cheer, ensuring a memorable celebration without the hassle!

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Gala Dinners

10 Dazzling Gala Dinner Venues for Every Occasion

Discover 10 stunning gala dinner venues that are perfect for every occasion. From historic halls to chic modern spaces, these venues are sure to impress your guests!

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Conferences

Discover London's Top 11 Quirky Conference Venues

Looking for a venue with a difference for your next conference? Look no further! Here are 11 of London's quirkiest offerings.

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Away Days

Top Venues To Make Your Next Away Day An Experience To Remember

Are you looking to turn those dull away days into something exciting? Look no further! From sporting socials to sky-high views, we've rounded up some of the best spaces for re-energizing teams with unique games and entertainment

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Corporate Events

Leadership and Management Strategies for Event Leaders: Insights from Confex 2024

Dive into our latest blog on what it takes to be a successful leader in events from some of the best in the industry.

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How To Guide

Do More With Less: A Guide To Scaling Your Events Programmes

It's no secret that events teams are stretched far beyond their means. To help release the pressure valve, we discuss how to do more with less so that you can scale your events programmes long-term.

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Corporate Events

Key Challenges for Corporate Event Planners in 2024 and How to Overcome Them

The events landscape has evolved dramatically in recent years, this article delves into the key challenges, and solutions, to the present challenges in 2024. Featuring insight from a panel of highly experienced event planners.

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