Gemma Baker

Diversity & Inclusion

With increasing awareness and commitment to diversity, the question arises. Can the events industry do more to promote pride and equality?

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Diversity & Inclusion

We all want to help build an industry we can be proud of, which means working to make our events safer, more inclusive and more welcoming for all. In this article, we explore what Pride means for the events industry in 2025, and where the future of our industry leads for LGBTQ+ equality.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Planning a Pride-themed event is a great way to show your support for equal rights, and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. From educational events to office fundraisers and making your events more accessible to all, here are our top tips on celebrating Pride throughout the year!

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Outdoors

The success of an outdoor event often depends on elements out of an organiser's control. Prepare your events with these essential tips from The Events Structure.

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Birthday Inspiration

If your 30th is approaching, it's the perfect excuse for having a big old birthday bash in our books - here's a whirlwind tour of 6 of our favourite venues!

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Private Dining

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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Christmas

Plan the ultimate 2025 Christmas party in London! Discover unique activity experiences like song making, racing, tech-infused golf and more. Find the perfect festive celebration for your team!

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How To Guide

Discover how a smart content strategy and emerging event trends can drive year-round engagement, extend event experiences and create lasting connections.

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Summer Parties

Organising a company summer party can be daunting... Luckily, we've put together our top tips to set the tone for a summer party that knocks your guests' socks (and sandals) off!

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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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Summer Parties

Summer's in the air, and we're on the lookout for the best venues to throw a BBQ-based summer party. From rooftop terraces to hill top parks, a celebration at one of these venues is sure to be a sizzling success.

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Digital Marketing

Modern event organisers have access to a whole arsenal of digital event tools they can use to measure metrics and build a better understanding of how their event performed - and how to improve the next time round. Here are five of the best.

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Hire Space 360

Streamline your event planning with Hire Space 360 Tech. Discover powerful tools that simplify venue sourcing, contracts and payments helping event planners save valuable time.

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Measurement and Analysis

Discover strategies for collecting and using event feedback to enhance attendee experience, meet goals and drive future success.

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Away Days

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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Weddings

The expert venue finders at Hire Space have plenty of experience in playing matchmaker between couples and their dream wedding venue. Here, we've shared our top advice for anyone searching for the perfect wedding venue in London. Congratulations, and happy planning!

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Christmas Parties

Read our top tips for ensuring this year's Christmas bash is the best ever, from venues to virtual elements and fun experiences!

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How To Guide

Event planning can be a stressful job. Here are some valuable insights and techniques for managing stress and improving wellness, tailored to event planners.

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Workshops

Organising an impactful workshop? Here are 5 spots in London that are bound to bring out the best in you and your out-of-the-office audience.

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How To Guide

Enhancing workplace wellbeing is as important as ever. Here's our guide on how to embrace better well-being in workplaces.

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How To Guide

Staying productive has become more challenging and yet more crucial than ever. Here are seven effective ways to stay productive this year, ensuring you not only meet your goals but exceed them.

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Planning a corporate event can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to finding the perfect venue. The right venue not only sets the tone for your event but also plays a critical role in its success. Whether you're organizing a conference, team-building retreat, or awards ceremony, selecting a venue that aligns with your goals is essential. This guide will walk you through the key considerations and strategies for finding and booking winning corporate event venues every time, with insight

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Corporate events are under more pressure than ever to deliver value, engagement, and a memorable experience. According to a 2024 survey by EventMB, 78% of event planners say that venue selection is the single most influential factor in attendee satisfaction. Yet, with thousands of options for conference venues in London, hotel event spaces, and unique locations across the UK, finding the right fit can feel overwhelming. Hire Space has helped thousands of companies—from global brands to fast-gro

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Meetings

Although meetings are often small-scale, they can have a significant environmental footprint. To help you meet your green goals, we've put together a list of venues that are making the grade when it comes to sustainability.

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