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Without crossing the line into corporate preachiness, we'd posit to say that team-building days are a valuable part of keeping company morale high. The Hire Space team, for example, recently had a half-day away day (an away half-day?), during which we concocted cocktails and baked, and one unfortunate team member turned custard into scrambled eggs – admittedly a less impressive form of alchemy. This is all part and parcel of the fun of a team-building day, where different departments can come t

Awards Ceremonies

1. London Palladium Oxford Circus Iconic and renowned in status and situated in the heart of the West End, the London Palladium is the perfect place to host a prestigious awards ceremony. Designed by Frank Matcham and opened on Boxing Day 1910, the venue is steeped in artistic history and best know for variety theatre. The auditorium seats over 2,000 pe

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It's probably safe to assume that few folks would imagine there to be an 18th-Century mansion in five acres of gardens a two-minute walk away from Old Street station. That's why it's a pleasant surprise to learn that The HAC ticks all those boxes. The majestic estate, built in 1735, is home to the Honourable Artillery Company, which was incorporated by Henry VIII 200 years earlier. Since then, the company has supported the Honourable Artillery

Blank Canvas Venues

In a small corner of Tower Hamlets lies The Pickle Factory , directly opposite its sister venue, Oval Space. The converted warehouse has quite a history, having started life as a pickle factory (hence the name) in the heart of London’s East End, followed by a stint as a medical supplies storage facility and since 2013, it has been an unlikely but highly successful spot for a dedicated music venue. Nestled in Be

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We agree: "Venue Expert" is a really cool job title. But what exactly do Hire Space's Venue Experts do on a daily basis? Here’s a quick look.

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If we said our Unique Venue of the Month for March was a restaurant inside a public toilet, you would probably start to think we've (finally) lost it here at Hire Space. Well...our Unique Venue of the Month is a restaurant inside a public toilet. But it's not what it seems. Hear us out. The Attendant was originally a Victorian public gents' bathroom in Fitzrovia, built in 1890. It was mothballed and made spick-and-span in

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Legendary Madame Tussauds really needs no introduction, so we could pretty much just end this blog right here. But the home of wax figures has such a rich history that we'd be remiss not to share it. The wax-centric museums are now dotted around the world – there are branches in Beijing, Tokyo, Sydney, San Francisco and Orlando – but the experience grew from humble beginnings. The Madame herself – born as Marie Grosholtz – sculpted her first wax figure of Voltaire in 1777, but it was still a

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Size matters. For whatever reason, sometimes only an enormous space will do, be it due to the length of the guest list, or just the will to impress invitees with a space of sheer proportions. London has a wealth of high-capacity venues; here are just a handful of the biggest rooms on offer. 1. BMA House Euston Space: The Great Hall Capacity: 320 (buffet, reception) 28 feet high and 115 feet long, The Great Hall at Blo

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Under a Victorian railway arch, just steps from Kingsland Road, lies a studio that's the brainchild of famed photographer and filmmaker John Wright, who's worked with such big-name clients as Vanity Fair, Louis Vuitton and Sky Arts, and captured the biggest pop cultural names on camera including Rihanna, Paul McCartney and Arnold Schwarzenegger. GQ Britain's James Mullinger called the space the "best photographer's studio in Lo

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Standing on the grounds of Hampton Court Palace is truly like standing in the footsteps of the most important figures and captivating characters in British history. Cardinal Thomas Wolsey resided in the Palace from 1515, until the charming Henry VIII decided to make it his own, after making the building lavish and luxurious – fit for a king (and his six queens – separately, of course). James I threw late-night parties in the Great Hall, and Shakespeare's troupe of players performed for the ro

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Networking is a key tool in today's competitive business world: it's often a necessary activity when trying to secure the right contacts, gain new employment or generally advance professionally. But in order to successfully rub elbows, you'll need an inspiring venue – such as one of these slick spaces. 1. Lee Valley VeloPark Stratford Few venues can claim to have been a part of the 2012 London Ol

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Dining is often the centrepiece of an event, whether served in sit-down, buffet or casual-canapé style. Especially today – when being a “foodie” is a common and trendy trait, and when culinary TV shows are among the most popular – parties of all kinds are putting a renewed significance in the edible aspects. After securing a venue, therefore, all eyes are naturally turned to the plate. Indeed, La Belle Assiette translates literally as The Beautiful Plate, and

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It's not often you see Bacardi and 10 Downing Street on the same client list. But it's due to the diversity of Bassline Productions ’ services that the two very distinct establishments chose the company to provide bespoke support for their respective functions. The list of big-name clients doesn't end there, but continues with Battersea Fireworks and The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where Bassline's talents were again lent in various capacities. Yet its ser

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Need the perfect venue? Want to get it as easily and quickly as possible? Here's what you should do. Just fill in this lightning-quick form, and the world experts in UK venues will dedicate themselves to finding exactly what you're looking for. And they won't charge you a penny to do it. Here's how it works. 1. Click your event Whatever your event is, we've got you covered. 2. Pop in the details The essentials of

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London Venues

Epic. It's not a term we casually dish out. These venues are unstoppable forces, ripping up the fabric of London's events scene with their progressive vision and monumental scale. If you're struggling to find a venue that can handle your vision, then start taking notes. 1. Pulse & Bankside Vaults Southwark Capacity: 2000 Deep underground London, somewhere beneath Southwark, lies 19,000 square feet of jaw-d

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You guys work hard. Like, really hard. So, because we wanted to help you carry on working and stay smiling, we've got 6 motivational quotes to keep you going. 1. When you forget why you're working in events 2. When you're wondering how you'll even get through the day 3. When you're freaking out that nobody will show up 4. When you think the worst has happened 5. When you've got way, way too much to do 6. When you need to just keep going Stay positive!

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It's now even easier to find the perfect venue for your event with Hire Space. The UK's leading venue website has just launched its new Request For Proposal (RFP) functionality, meaning that whatever size, style or sort of event you're hoping to put on, we can help make it a reality. Quick and Easy With our quick and easy online form, event planning can be a breeze. Just enter the date and time of your event as well as your budget. You can then input further details on the type of event you'r

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