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Ideas, guidance and inspiration for your virtual & in-person events. Brought to you from the creators of Hire Space, the UK's leading event booking platform.

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Virtual Events

How To Monetise Your Virtual Events

Virtual events are essential for maintaining human connection during this time and for building your brand. Here's our guide on ensuring ROI from your virtual events whilst adding value for your attendees.

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8 min read

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Venue Marketing

Top Tips For Venue Marketing In a Crisis

Here are some top tips on how to keep your venue top of mind and come out of this crisis strong.

3 min read

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Coronavirus Updates

5 Excellent Brand Partnerships Born Out of Crisis

We catch up with Kieran Morris, Sponsorship Director at Slingshot Partnership, to identify some notable brand partnerships born as a result of a crisis.

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5 min read

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Venues

3D Virtual Venue Tours Will Be Essential In The New Normal

The new normal will bring about an entirely new expectation of the site visit experience. Be prepared with 3D Virtual Venue Tours.

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3 min read

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Virtual Events

Adapt and Grow Your Audience With Virtual Events

When it comes to reaching new audiences, tracking leads and even cutting down on event costs, virtual events are unbeatable (provided they’re done right). And they’re a trend that’s looking set to grow even bigger.

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5 min read

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Coronavirus Updates

5 Positive Post-Corona Predictions On How We Will Grow As A Society

These are difficult, unprecedented times, but we like to see the silver lining. Here are 5 positive predictions about how we will come out stronger the other side, together.

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6 min read

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Hire Space Virtual Events

The Fortnight In Review Episode 1

This fortnight, we kicked off the first of our fortnightly live stream series titled 'The Fortnight In Review'. Every other Wednesday at 11am, we will discuss the latest coronavirus news and events industry responses.

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Hire Space Virtual Events

Hire Space Presents: Is Virtual The Right Move For Your Events?

The final session at the Hire Space Virtual Event on 2nd April was: 'Is Virtual the Right Move for Your Events?'. Here's the key takeaways.

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6 min read

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Hire Space Virtual Events

Hire Space Presents: The Ultimate Comeback: How Can We Develop An Even Stronger Events Industry After COVID-19?

The fifth session at our virtual event was: 'The Ultimate Comeback: How Can We Develop An Even Stronger Events Industry After COVID-19?'. Here's the key takeaways.

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7 min read

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Hire Space Virtual Events

Hire Space Presents: Partnerships & Collaborations. Your Opportunity To Diversify And Future Proof Your Business?

The fourth session at the Hire Space Virtual Event was: 'Partnerships & Collaborations: Your Opportunity To Diversify And Future Proof Your Business?'. Here's the key takeaways.

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Hire Space Virtual Events

Hire Space Presents: Keeping Your Remote Team Motivated, Healthy And Productive During Uncertain Times

The third session at the Hire Space Virtual Event on 2nd April was: 'Keeping Your Remote Team Motivated, Healthy And Productive During Uncertain Times'. Here's the key takeaways.

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Hire Space Virtual Events

Hire Space Presents: The Event Venue Conundrum. How To Be Fair To Clients And Employees

The second session at the Hire Space Virtual Event on 2nd April was: 'The Event Venue Conundrum: How To Be Fair To Clients and Employees'. Here's the key takeaways.

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Hire Space Presents: Government Response To COVID-19 And The Event Industry’s Next Steps

The first session at the Hire Space Virtual Event on 2nd April was: 'Government Response To COVID-19 And The Event Industry’s Next Steps'. Here's the key takeaways.

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7 min read

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Event Tech

Remote Working: Tech Solutions To Help Keep Your Team Together

When you're working from home, it can be easy to get distracted and demotivated. Here are our top tech solutions to help keep your team together.

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6 min read

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Christmas Parties

Glittering Christmas parties at Gaucho Sloane Avenue

It may only be spring but it’s never too early to start planning your Christmas party. In fact, if your dream venue looks anything like ours, you’ll want to bag a slot at Gaucho Sloane Avenue asap!

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Coronavirus Updates

Your Guide to the Coronavirus Self-Employment Income Support Scheme

The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme is designed to support those who are self-employed and have lost income due to the coronavirus pandemic. We take a look at the support available and answer any questions you might have.

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4 min read

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Events News

Your Guide to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, otherwise known as ‘furloughing’, was designed to protect jobs that may otherwise be lost in the wake of COVID-19. It could be a vital lifeline for many workers and businesses in the hospitality industry.

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6 min read

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Coronavirus Updates

Hire Space & COVID-19: Founder Statement

During these unprecedented times we have one goal, to help our clients, venues and partners to navigate through this pandemic.

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How To Guide

Spare time on your hands? Here's how you can help!

During this pandemic, it can be easy to feel helpless and a bit deflated. In actual fact, there are loads of simple ways you can help out by donating your downtime, doing your bit and pitching in to try and overcome this pandemic as quickly as possible.

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3 min read

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How To Guide

How To Navigate The Events Industry During A Pandemic: A Guide For Venues

Being a venue during a pandemic is tough. To help you get by during this uncertain time, we've put together a few top tips on how to stay afloat and stay positive.

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3 min read

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How To Guide

How To Look After Yourself During Isolation

Aside from working whilst we’re at home during this period, it’s really important to take care of ourselves, maintain a consistent routine and keep our positive thoughts flowing! Here are 5 daily things to do during isolation.

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4 min read

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Events

Make Event History at Alexandra Palace

Alexandra Palace is one of the venues we’re most looking forward to returning to once the pandemic passes. After all, Londoners have used Alexandra Park for some much-needed escapism since 1863! So, what better place to mark the end of social distancing?

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4 min read

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Galleries

Gorgeous Galleries: Our Top 5

Galleries are unique and impressive spaces bursting with culture. Here's 5 UK galleries Hire Space are loving for events right now.

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4 min read

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Events

UK Destination of the Month: Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a buzzing city packed with things to see and do – from famous tourist attractions to quaint spots that are just waiting to be discovered. In fact, it has more listed buildings than anywhere else in the UK.

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9 min read