Events

Events

Let The KIA Oval Bowl You Over This Summer

Did you know that the KIA Oval is one of the most versatile and experienced event venues we know?! Check out this piece for serious summer party inspo.

Away Days

Here’s Why Swingers West End Will Suit Your Next Event to a Tee

Swingers has always been one of our go-to venues when fun is on the cards. But now they’ve taken things to a whole new level with some stunning new spaces. Here's the lowdown.

Events

Do More With Less: A Guide To Scaling Your Events Programmes

It's no secret that events teams are stretched far beyond their means. To help release the pressure valve, we discuss how to do more with less so that you can scale your events programmes long-term.

Event Tech

Inspirational Event Tech: What The Future Holds For Event Technology

We aim to break down some of the latest emerging technologies we think should be on your radar, and predict what the future holds for the events landscape to come.

London Venues

Top 7 Central London Private Dining Venues

Whether it's a birthday, a corporate event or just an intimate catch up with friends, the scope for private dining is vast and varied, particularly in the heart of London. Here are 7 of the best on the menu.

Sustainability

Setting And Meeting Sustainable Event Objectives: A Guide For Event Professionals With isla

Ahead of Earth Day, we sat down with isla to discuss how eventprofs can set, measure, and report on their sustainable objectives.

Eventprofs

Let's Do London: Key Takeaways From International Confex 2022

Hire Space hosted the Let's Do London stage at International Confex 2022. Read our key takeaways from the panel discussions.

International Women's Day

International Women’s Day: Breaking The Bias In Events With Lauralee Whyte

The theme of this year's International Women's Day - #BreakTheBias - is one that's hugely pertinent to events. We sat down with Lauralee Whyte, founder of SPECTRUM Speakers and Entertainers, to discuss what breaking biases looks like for the industry.

Product Launches

7 Perfect Product Launch Locations in London

Finding the perfect setting is key to a successful product launch, and with one chance to propel your product skywards, you can't risk it falling flat. Luckily, we've rounded up 7 venues that are sure to help your product send shockwaves through the city - ready for lift-off?

Diversity & Inclusion

5 Top Tips To Make Your Venue More Accessible

Gabrielle Austen Browne, Co-Founder of Diversity Ally, shares her expert insights on why accessibility is so important and how venues make themselves more inclusive.

Events

7 Events Industry Trends We Expect To See In 2022

From hybrid to hygiene, it's fair to say a lot has changed this year. Here's our wrap-up of the top trends to come out of 2021 and what we expect to see in 2022!

EventLAB 2021

EventLAB 2021: A Holistic Approach To Marketing - Why It's Important & How It Can Work For You

This workshop at EventLAB 2021 was led by master marketer Kuba Wieczorek, who talked us through brand building and events as a marketing strategy.

EventLAB 2021

EventLAB 2021: Workplace Ethics And D&I Initiatives To Attract New Talent To The Industry

With workplace wellbeing high on the agenda after the past 2 years, it's a pivotal time in the industry. Check out this session on addressing workplace ethics, and bringing new D&I initiatives into the industry.

Christmas

10 Cracking Christmas Party Venues

The annual Christmas do is always one to remember and reminisce over for months to come by the water cooler. To make sure the team have a cracking time here's some of our top Christmas party venues.

Unique Venue Of The Month

Jaw-Dropping Events at the Museum of London Venues

Looking for somewhere to hold a post-isolation conference, party or drinks reception in London? The Museum of London and Museum of London Docklands are sure to inject that special sparkle that you’ve been searching for.

Safer Events

The Impact of “Freedom Day”: Discussion with Safer Events Consultation Group

The Safer Events Consultation Group comprises 35 senior event planners and Hire Space 360 clients at corporates across the UK. The group helped to shape the Safer Events - A Framework for Action white paper.

Conferences

5 Reasons Why We Love Conferences at East Wintergarden

If you're looking to smash through the glass ceiling of conference standards, look no further than East Wintergarden. Here are the reasons we love this venue.

Hybrid Events

Explore Endless Event Options At The Business Design Centre

Finding the perfect venue can be a tricky task but the Business Design Centre has something for every event going. In this piece, we explore just some of the endless options!

Coronavirus Updates

Hire Space Joins Shadow Business Minister Roundtable on Events Sector

Hire Space joined a roundtable hosted by Lucy Powell MP, Shadow Business Minister, called to inform the opposition’s campaigning in support of the events industry.

Coronavirus Updates

Latest Government Guidelines, And How To Respond - Hire Space Statement

In response to this week's government announcements regarding the easing of restrictions for bars and restaurants, our Founders chime in on what this means for the events industry and how you can help support the events industry.

Virtual Events

10 Simple Steps to Planning a Virtual Event

Virtual events are a growing trend in the events industry. But with the recent outbreak of COVID-19, it’s more important than ever for events organisers to learn how to put on virtual events in place of face-to-face ones.

Virtual Events

Adapt and Grow Your Audience With Virtual Events

When it comes to reaching new audiences, tracking leads and even cutting down on event costs, virtual events are unbeatable (provided they’re done right). And they’re a trend that’s looking set to grow even bigger.

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.

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!

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?