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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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Hire Space 360

How 360 Reduces The Event Planning Lifecycle, Saving Over 23%+ For Businesses

Discover how Hire Space 360 streamlines the event planning lifecycle, saving time and costs for businesses. Learn how to enhance efficiency and deliver exceptional events.

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Event Tech

Industry insights: experts talk the evolution of event tech

How can event organisers know which tech tools are worth the investment of time, money, and resource? Here, four experts within the event technology space share their advice for organisers.

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Conferences

London's 5 Most Innovative Conference Venues

Looking for a modern, innovative and pioneering conference venue? Check out these stunning, out-of-the-ordinary London venues!

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Case Studies

How Hire Space 360 Helped A Leading Global Firm Boost Efficiency Across Their Events Programme

Here’s how using Hire Space 360 has helped a global financial analysis firm utilise their resources more effectively, and strengthen their events programme.

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Eventprofs

7 Stunning London Wedding Venues for 2024

Our Venue Experts have picked some of their favourite venues that will ensure that the only hitch on your wedding day is yours.

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4 min read

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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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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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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!

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4 min read

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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.

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Top Venues

5 Unique Manchester Wedding Venues

Take a look at these unique Manchester Wedding Venues, each bringing something special to your big day.

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Private Dining

5 Catering Suppliers To Ensure Your Food is Glorious

Here's our curated list of catering suppliers guaranteed to transform your event into an extraordinary feast!

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Product Launches

Here's Why PR and Marketing Agencies Use Hire Space

In this blog, we'll dive into why PR and marketing agencies use Hire Space, highlighting its benefits and how it supports the delivery of successful events.

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Manchester Venues

Creating Unforgettable Experiences at Emirates Old Trafford

On the lookout for a perfect venue that seamlessly blends history, elegance, and modern amenities? Emirates Old Trafford has lots on offer with plenty of multi-purpose spaces that can host events such as conferences, exhibitions, meetings, parties, and much more! 

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London Venues

Top 3 Private Dining Venues With Great Views In London

Whether you're treating colleagues, clients, or friends and family to a lavish dinner, there's one thing that elevates a simple supper to a sumptuous experience, and that's an incredible view! Here are three of the top private dining venues in London with great views!

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Virtual Events

5 Of The Best Virtual Networking Tools On The Market

We've gathered some of the best tools for virtual event networking there is on the market, so your attendees will be mingling in no time!

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Hire Space

The Year In Review: What Hire Space Got Up To In 2023

As we approach the end of the year, we're wrapping up what's been a fantastic, whirlwind 12 months, and looking forward to the year ahead! Check out what 2023 had in store for us and where we'll be heading next!

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Top Venues

Venues Working for a Worthy Cause

Struggling to weigh up throwing an amazing event while giving back to your community? Here are 10 of London's most iconic venues that aren't just prime locations for events but also champions of worthy causes - and by hiring them, you can be too!

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Networking

Make More of your Networking Event at One Moorgate Place

When it comes to networking events, your venue plays a pivotal role in setting the tone and ensuring the success of the gathering. Here's why One Moorgate Place should be at the top of your list for hosting stunning networking events!

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Conferences

Stand-Out Conferences Have Their Home At 41 Portland Place

Nestled in the postcard-perfect surroundings of London's iconic West End, you'll find some of the city's grandest buildings, including the beautiful 41 Portland Place, which is ideal for impressing conference guests.

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Hire Space Case Studies

How Hire Space 360 Helped CoachHub Scale Their Events Programme By 60% In One Year

Here's how Hire Space 360 helped Coachub, a leading digital coaching company, produce 60% more events from one year to the next.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Promoting Inclusion in the Events Industry: In Conversation With Event First Steps

Our industry can be a tough environment to get into, and we run the risk of leaving new starters feeling overwhelmed and unhappy in events. We spoke to Caitlin Kobrak from Event First Steps about how the events industry can support new joiners in the sector.

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Eventprofs

Attracting and retaining the best talent in the events industry: what’s the secret?

Struggling to bring on board passionate people to boost your events? We sat down with Robert Kenward to discuss how employers should go about attracting and retaining the best talent in the events industry.

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Event Tech

Say Goodbye to Booking Hassles: Introducing Instant Booking Technology!

We're excited to announce that we’ve launched instant-booking technology, which means significant time savings for event planners. Here's the lowdown!

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4 min read

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Events

'The Events Outlook': key takeaways on optimising business event programmes

With tighter budgets, smaller teams, and rising event costs, event planners are facing no shortage of challenges in the current environment. Here, 4 experts discuss optimising event programmes against the current events outlook.

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