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From the planning process to venue finding, you'll find inspiration by the bucket-load in our conference content here.

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Awards Ceremonies

113 Chancery Lane at The Law Society

113 Chancery Lane is a versatile venue suited to everything from weddings to awards dinners . Alighting from the tube at Temple on your way to the venue, you will find yourself in one of the most curious areas in London. Heading Northwest toward Chancery Lane, you will quickly find yourself amongst q

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Historic Venues

Esteemed Events at the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom is a fascinating mix of modern sensibility and high tradition. This is exemplified in the venue itself and their approach to events. The Middlesex Guildhall, the home to the UK’s Supreme Court after its creation in 2009, dates back to 1906 when construction began, yet evokes the soul of something much older. Termed “art-nouveau gothic” by some, the sty

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London Venues

Discover Inspiration at Faber Creative Spaces

Come to one of the world’s greatest literary cities and hire a space in the fabulous Faber Creative Spaces located in historic Bloomsbury. Faber & Faber has played host to some of the great writers of our times. Now, the venue also provides an inspiring space in which to learn, work or create. Photo courtsey of Faber & Faber A Bit of History Founded in 1929, in the great city of London, Faber & Faber i

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Celebrate 190 Years of ZSL London Zoo

The ZSL London Zoo officially opened on 27 April 1828, making it the oldest scientific zoo in the world. Today, it has more than a million visitors every year and is one of London's most cherished attractions.

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Corporate Events

Retro 50s Charm: Events at The Congress Centre

The Congress Centre is a flexible venue, with many talents. It combines bright modern spaces and the latest AV tech in a building featuring classic mid-century modern style accents. You might recognise the Congress Centre . It is beloved by TV and Film companies looking to capture the feel of the 50s. The Congress Centre is architecturally renowned as one of the finest period examples in central London. Mixed in with the high-tech equipm

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London Venues

London's Largest Campus is Ready to Host Your Next Event

You can relive the campus experience at Queen Mary Students' Union , which features several spaces suitable to host both business events and parties. Sitting within the charming campus set alongside Regents Canal, guests will benefit from all of the cafés, bars and shops contained within this academic community. Only a short walk from Mile End station, the spaces are available at extremely competitive prices allowing you to deliver q

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Stadium Venues

5 Reasons Why You Should Hire Twickenham Stadium

We all know Twickenham Stadium as the 'Home of England Rugby', an iconic sporting venue that's seen some historic sporting moments. But, Twickenham has another side that makes it a versatile events venue, so we've rounded up a few reasons why it's the perfect place for your next event . 1. It has a secret...

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Corporate Events

7 ½ Ideas for Events at East Wintergarden Guests Will Never Forget

Located in the beating heart of London’s financial sector, East Wintergarden offers a glamorous corporate venue for events looking for a bit of flair and fizzle. Comprised of three exceptional spaces, East Wintergarden offers a premier events experience on any scale. From knowledge sharing workshops for 20 delegates to magnificent gala d

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Corporate Events

To Plan the Perfect Conference You Only Have to Look at Olympia London

By looking at the features offered by Olympia London, we are presented with an almost step by step guide to hosting a successful event to engage and connect with guests.

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Meetings

Amplify Your Ideas at The Saïd Business School

From the smoky myth of the Oxford to the city’s position as one of the world's foremost hives of academia, Oxford has an undeniable reputation as a breeding ground for ideas. The Saïd Business School is the perfect place to create, discuss and pitch your own ideas in this historic city.

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Venues

Prepare. Speak. Win: 9 Essential Speaking and Presentation tips

Presentations make everyone nervous. Whether you’re pitching an idea, delivering a keynote speech at a conference or taking part in a live discussion, speaking in front of an audience is always a little bit daunting. We’ve put together some essential tips to give your next address a boost. Prepare Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying failing to prepare is preparing to fail. Undertaking the correct preparation for speaking at conferenc

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Transport Venues

5 Venues That Celebrate London Transport

London transport is iconic; red buses, the red and white tube sign and carriages are known the world over. It might not always be reliable and by golly, the tube is a sweaty experience in summer, but it's such a representation of London we think it's worth celebrating. And we're not the only ones, there are countless bars, restaurants and event spaces based around our 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles' (and boats and buses...). From abandoned tube stations and carriages to museums and livery hal

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Historic Venues

Tales of the Unusual at the Tower of London

Over the course of its nearly thousand year history, The Tower of London has seen some quite strange events; stories of the astonishing or the downright weird, and it’s protected the secrets of the monarchy, incarcerated spies and executed traitors. It’s fitting then that the Tower should continue this tradition of the extraordinary, as a venue for the unusual . Whether you want to host a wildly themed party, dispose of some nephews, s

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Corporate Events

Speak with Confidence: Conferences at Odeon Venues

Utilising its portfolio of state of the art cinemas, Odeon provides excellent conferencing and business spaces. Their exciting cinema environments are ideal for hosting talks and presentations that will leave a memorable impression. It’s fitting then that both the cinema screen and the conference stage are often dominated by great talks. Feats of rhetoric that wow audiences and connect with them on a deeper level. We’ve chosen

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Events

Which Events are EventProfs most excited for in 2018?

2018 is jam-packed with exciting industry events. We asked eventprofs which events they're most looking forward to this year so you can prioritise your busy calendar and perhaps discover something new.

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Unique Venue Of The Month

Unique Venue of the Month: Eventim Apollo

.The Eventim Apollo is the venue of superstars. Capable of hosting everything from the ultimate conference presentation to elegant gala dinners that bask in the art-deco atmosphere of the theatre. Since its opening in the thirties, the venue has become famed both for its comedy acts and as a music venue that has hosted many legendary acts throughout its life, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Bob Marley. The spac

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Blank Canvas Venues

Unique Venue of the Month: Printworks and Press Launches

When you’re launching a new product or service, the way in which you announce it to the market is key. A great way to get your brand out there is a launch event . However, capturing the attention of your audience and enticing press coverage is not an easy task. It’s essential to establish the unique qualities of what you’re presenting. Your product and event need to stand out in a crowded marketplace to both grab the attention of th

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Manchester Venues

Victoria Warehouse: A Conference Venue with Attitude

Manchester’s industrial history shines through in Victoria Warehouse . It's a striking and unique space offering a variety of incredible spaces suitable for any event. The reclaimed industrial architecture, a testament to Manchester’s past, provides an incredible backdrop for events. Soaring steel beams and exposed brick make the perfect frame for any modern conference or business event looking to shake up the traditional. The C

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Events

Fabric: A Pioneer in London's Nightlife Scene

If you'll excuse the corny pun, Fabric has been part of the fabric of London nightlife ever since its original opening in 1999. Londoners will no doubt have heard of the nightclub in one way or another in the 18 years since its opening, as it's evident that it's secured a reputation as one of the trendsetters in the capital's clubbing world. What's perhaps less known is that Fabric

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Events

Go Big or Go Home: Enormous Events at Copper Box Arena

Forming a vital part of the London 2012 complex, the Copper Box Arena was the home of handball, modern pentathlon, fencing and goalball during the Olympics and Paralympics five years ago. Today, it's the home ground for the London Lions basketball team, and still plays host to various sports from badminton to wheelchair rugby. "The Box that Rocks"

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Events

Transformable Spaces for Hire at Queen Mary University

It's always humbling and necessary for us at Hire Space to be reminded of the charity-minded origins of the company, whereby our co-founders sought to find out-of-hours uses for educational spaces. So it gives us much pleasure to introduce venues such as the Queen Mary University Students' Union , which is a wonderful venue for various event types

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Events

EventLAB Series: The Future of Events

Last week we held our first teaser event ahead of EventLAB in October, where we welcomed a stellar panel of influential event professionals to discuss the future of the events industry. So, for anyone that couldn’t make it, we've rounded up the highlights so you’ll almost feel like you were there or you can watch the full video here . The Panel (from left to right): * Caleb Parker

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EventLAB Series

EventLAB Series: The Venue

In our second installment of our EventLAB Series , we're taking a detailed look at the venue we've chosen for our very first EventLAB event. CodeNode is the UK's largest venue dedicated to technology events. The venue has been designed to create an ideal space for networking, training, meetings and large conferences, with its relaxed vibe and urban interiors. It's

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Conferences

Venue Review: London Palladium

The London Palladium has been an iconic part of the capital since the early part of the 20th Century. In 1910, the majestic auditorium opened its doors, and in the following years would be known for its eclectic variety shows, including the Royal Variety Performance. Over the years, the biggest global acts of distinct talents would grace the stage – including Harry Houdini, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and the Ma

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