Hire Space Blog
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.
Beer Gardens
6 Brilliant Beer Gardens For Summer 2024
From green sanctuaries in the bustling city to hidden rooftops, these brilliant beer gardens are must-visit spots for your summer escapades. Grab your colleagues, raise your glasses, and let's dive in. Cheers!
4 min read
Conferences
London's 13 Best Hybrid Ready Conference Venues
Looking for a venue to host a stand-out hybrid conference? Find the best hybrid ready venues here, with live-streaming capabilities and on-site technicians at hand to make sure your event goes without a hitch.
6 min read
Diversity & Inclusion
Pride & Equality: Can the Events Industry Do More?
With increasing awareness and commitment to diversity, the question arises: Can the events industry do more to promote pride and equality? Let's find out.
4 min read
Diversity & Inclusion
What Does Pride Mean For The Events Industry In 2024?
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 2024, and where the future of our industry leads for LGBTQ+ equality.
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Diversity & Inclusion
How To Celebrate Pride With Your Team
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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Conferences
5 Historic Venues for Conferences with Charm
In an age where digital meetings and virtual conferences have become the norm, there's something uniquely appealing about gathering in a historic venue. Here are five historic venues that stand out not just for their facilities, but for their true historic beauty.
3 min read
Christmas Parties
5 Christmas Party Venues To Get Your Bells Jinglin' All The Way
It's never too early to book your Christmas celebration, especially if you need a large venue or have a specific date in mind. With around 200 days left until Santa starts his rounds, the race to plan the best possible festive bash is on!
4 min read
Hire Space 360
The Procurement Predicament: Overcoming Event Sourcing Challenges in 2024 and Beyond
Event procurement, exacerbated by issues such as longer response times and smaller teams, is becoming one of the key challenges for corporate event planners. Here's how you can overcome it with Hire Space.
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Summer Parties
6 Sizzling Venues For Summer BBQ 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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Conferences
Unconventional Conference Venues You’ll Love
Want to host a conference with a twist? These unconventional conference venues will have your guests in awe!
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Christmas
6 Cracking Christmas Party Venues for 2024
We might be a while away from decking the halls, but Christmas parties (and mince pies) are always in the back of our minds. Check out 10 of our top picks for a cracking festive do below.
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How To Guide
5 Cocktails With A Festive Twist
Get set for the festive season by brushing up on your Christmassy cocktails!
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Venue Finding
9 London Venues You Didn't Know You Could Hire
Want to impress your guests with a unique venue? Make your event memorable with these unusual spaces that we bet you didn't know you could hire!
6 min read
Summer Parties
11 Super Summer Party Venues
Pour yourself a Pimms, pop on your sun hat, and take a stroll with us through the best venues on the scene for a late summer do!
6 min read
Weddings
3 Affordable Wedding Venues In London
Planning a wedding in London can be as dreamy as it is daunting, especially when trying to keep costs reasonable without compromising on the venue. Fortunately, London boasts an array of stunning yet affordable wedding venues that cater to every taste and budget. So let's dive in!
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Summer Parties
The Ultimate Guide to Summer in London
Welcome to your essential summer guide for celebrating in London's best venues. As the city basks in sunshine, it transforms into a vibrant hub of outdoor events, perfect for any occasion.
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Conferences
The Top Sustainable Conference Venues in London
It's crucial that your venue aligns with your sustainability objectives when it comes to planning conferences. We've put together this selection of the top sustainable conference venues in London to make going green a little easier - lettuce help you find the perfect spot for your conference!
6 min read
Event Catering
The Top Sustainable Caterers For Greener Events
Check out some of the caterers who are serving up a sustainable change in the industry, from cutting down on packaging, to finding creative ways to use commonly wasted parts of ingredients.
5 min read
How To Guide
Beyond the Bowl: The Ultimate Bowl Food Recipes To Wow Your Guests
In the quest for the perfect party or private dining menu? One that combines convenience with style? Look no further than the versatile bowl food!
4 min read
Outdoors
Weatherproofing Your Event in 7 Easy Steps
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.
4 min read
Weddings
Top Tips for the Perfect Wedding
Planning a wedding can often feel like navigating a vast ocean of decisions. To help you sail smoothly towards your wedding day, here are top tips for planning the perfect celebration.
4 min read
Christmas Parties
Planning A Christmas Party in 2024
Read our top tips for ensuring this year's Christmas bash is the best ever, from venues to virtual elements and fun experiences!
8 min read
Summer Parties
The Best Summer Party Venues With Outdoor Space
There's nothing like a spot of sunshine to set your summer party off on the right note, and there are plenty of fantastic venues that offer space in the great outdoors. Check out our top venues with outdoor space that are sure to send your summer party stratospheric!
6 min read
Event Tech
AI and Creative Event Design: New Opportunities for Event Planners
In collaboration with Meet England, take a look at some of the key opportunities to maximise the opportunities presented by AI and smart technology.
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