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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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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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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 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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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International Events

March International Destination Of The Month: Zagreb

Marvellous meetings, characterful conferences and daring dining - whatever you're looking for you can find it in Hire Space's International Destination of The Month - the Croatian capital of Zagreb.

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Stadium Venues

5 Pitch-Perfect Sports Grounds For Events

More and more sports grounds and stadiums are opening their doors to event planners looking to add a sporty edge to their events. Hire Space brings you a selection of some of our favourites!

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Events

Hire Space Presents: Live Streaming

Here at Hire Space, we love to make event booking a joy. So, we sat down with our Photography and Filming partners, London Filmed, to create an up-and-coming option for your events - live streaming.

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Women And Sustainability

Women and Sustainability in Events: Kate Simpson

We met with the wonderful Kate Simpson – Marketing Director at the Business Design Centre. Not only does the BDC hold unforgettable events, they recently celebrated ten years as a carbon neutral venue, regularly contribute 0% to landfill and use 100% renewable energy sources.

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Women And Sustainability

Women and Sustainability in Events: Selina Donald

Today, we’re talking to Selina Donald, who co-founded the first environmentally and socially conscious event production agency, The Bulb. Selina now shares her knowledge and experience through independent sustainability consultancy and event management.

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Women And Sustainability

Women and Sustainability in Events: Saasha Celestial-One

In the lead-up to International Women's Day, we talk to the co-founder of OLIO about the food-sharing app that connects people who have surplus food with people nearby who want to pick it up.

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