Events

Hire Space Case Studies

In our latest case study, we talk to Charlotte Spokes, FX Dealer and Online Platform Account Manager at Ebury , a global financial specialist. She discusses her experience booking an event through Hire Space – including which Venue Expert helped, and which cosy, après-ski-themed venue they decided on. What does Ebury do and what's your role? Ebury is a financial services company that supports growth through our FX, business lending and solutions

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One storey of opulence won't do at this new, luxurious townhouse on the edge of Soho Square. Nor will five storeys, for that matter. Six Storeys on Soho , our Unique Venue of the Month, boasts no fewer than a sextet of levels on which to hold events, with each floor designed with individual character and dedicated to different occasions with distinct moods in mind. Based on the third floor, The Lounge

Digital Marketing

You've been featured on the Hire Space blog – woohoo! Hire Space promotes all of its blog content to its community of 100,000+ venue bookers, so you can be sure that lots and lots of people will read the feature. You're always welcome to ask us how we've promoted it – it's what we do best! There are a couple of things you can do to really maximise the impact of the content. Check them out: 1. Link to the feature from your website Third-party endorsements are a fan

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Events

James Farmer is Company Director at Woof London , a creative brand experience agency that's worked with globally renowned clients such as TopShop and Pimm's. Woof was asked by PR agency Kaper London to help execute an event on behalf of their client, Etsy, the popular e-commerce business that specialises in homemade and vintage items. James chats with us about his experience booking the event through Hire Space . What does

Events

There's a definite mark of prestige within the walls of The Army & Navy Club , a traditional event space that boasts modern hosting facilities, as well as a rich history. This Military Members Club has been a home away from home for officers of the British Armed Forces and Commonwealth since the reign of Queen Victoria. Completely rebuilt in 1962, the space is nestled on iconic Pall Mall, on the verge of verdant St James's Park. The Duke

Events

Sir John Soane may be one of the greatest architects in the Neo-Classical style that the world has ever seen. And in the early 1800s, he lent his formidable skill to designing Holy Trinity Church, as a symbol of celebrating the defeat of Napoleon. Today, that auspicious building is One Marylebone . This majestic, Grade-I listed former chu

Venue Marketing

Check out 10 Reasons Why Hire Space Venue Managers Are Events Superstars: Part I 6. They're always, always on the ball However meticulous your scheduling and logistics planning is, things can still go wrong, problems can still arise, and it would be down to the venue manager to ensure that the event will go on as smoothly as possible. Jack Mayorcas at Tanner Warehouse

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Events

This iconic, world-famous venue really needs no introduction. But then, that would make for a very short blog. We say "venue", but really it's a structure made up of 32 separate venues, all accommodating three to 25 people. These "passenger capsules" are unconventionally inviting choices for all manner of events, from celebrations with friends and family, to networking and corporate events. Whatever the occasion, the panoramic views of the London skyline from 135 metres in the air are unparalle

Venues

1. Whatever event you put on, they're always enthusiastic about it A Hire Space venue manager not only helps you set up a room, but also makes sure that your guests will have a memorable experience. Once, Harry Upton who's based at Madame Tussauds , hosted an after party for 750 Star Wars fans. Not exactly a fanatic himself... What did he do? He read up on everything Star Wars, got the DJ to mash up the saga's theme songs and everyone dan

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October may be coming to a close, but that doesn't mean a dang thing at Fulham's Octoberfest Pub , where the Germanic vibes last throughout most of the year – in the form of a live oompah band, 60 authentic German beers, lederhosen-clad servers and more. During the week, an English twist is noticeable at the space, with live sport on t

Weddings

As one of the world's leading educational institutions, Imperial College is a leading voice in the exploration of science, engineering, medicine and business. And with alumni including the likes of Alexander Fleming, H.G. Wells and of course, the legend that is Brian May, the College has a lot to shout about. Aside from its educational roots, Imperial is also a highly respected event space. Besides it's impressive Sherfield Building

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Vauxhall railway station was opened in 1848 when the main line was extended from Nine Elms to Waterloo. The line was fundamental to the supply of milk between London and the West Country, as Vauxhall station was located next to a major creamery and milk bottling plant for United Dairies. Since then, the railway arches have become iconic amongst London's event-planning elite, and it's easy to see why. At the heart of this cultural hub, you'll find Vauxhall Arches

Team Building

At Hire Space we work with a huge variety of suppliers from across the events industry, from catering, to AV and team-building. Finding amazing venues for our clients' events is just the start, so we're always excited to see what's new in the supplier world. One in particular that we've just started working with is a company called Jericho, that specialise in 'extraordinary' and 'immersive' team-building experiences. Jericho provide client engagement that is slightly m

Events

We're starting a monthly Guest Blog series, allowing you to hear more from team members across Hire Space. Our Account Specialist, Marcus Stanway-Williams , delves into the world of data and its use in the events industry. Everyone is talking about data. Businesses across the world are waking up to the idea that a deeper understanding of what data is, and how it can be harnessed, will be instrumental in ensuring their success in the future. Specifically, the dat

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Bars

One thing's for sure, London isn't short of bars , so picking just a handful is pretty tough. But, we've whittled it down to just six that are pretty perfect for a corporate event. Elegant Champagne bars, stylish open plan venues and ones with a more relaxed, urban feel make up a varied list of options for your next event. 1. The Pearson Room Canary Wharf

Conferences

Located in the heart of the City, Salters’ Hall combines the rich heritage of the salt trade of medieval London with contemporary surroundings. Rebuilt in 1972 by Basil Spence and now a Grade II listed building, it is a rare example of a post-war livery building in the city. Last month saw the launch of the venue with a party attended by over 200 people from London's high-profile businesses, which officially marked Salters' Hall as open for business once more. Guests were invited to tour the v

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We have the Duke of Somerset to thank for the ever-impressive Somerset House , with its Doric and Ionic columns that signalled a return to the classical style in the 1500s. The self-appointed Duke – the uncle of young King Edward VI – completed the construction of the mansion between the Thames and The Strand in 1551. He was then executed for treason the following year. (For unrelated reasons, incidentally.) Over the following centuries,

Team Building

The mention of 'team-building activities' can strike fear into the hearts of many. With visions of a drab meeting room, a flip chart and some awkward ice breakers; why is it always so hard to think of something interesting about yourself on the spot? In reality, team building can be huge amounts of fun, with the right venue, some activities (possibly involving inflatables), the day can be hilarious and memorable as well as strengthening teams and creating an opportunity to learn new skills. And

Events

As we’ve just passed the halfway mark in our crowdfunding campaign , we spoke to Hannah Schaller, Event Specialist, on why she uses Hire Space and chose to invest in us. A bit about Hannah... Hannah has 12 years experience in events working both agency side and in house, she was an Event Manager for Investec and Simmons & Simmons, specialising in corporate, luxury and social events. More recently Hannah has been working as a freelance

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Corporate Events

Sitting proudly in the middle of the Thames and only accessible by boat is the beautiful Raven’s Ait . A private island located between Surbiton, Kingston and Hampton Court, it combines idyllic countryside surroundings with a fantastic location in close proximity to London. Reminiscent of a quintessential English garden, the island covers two acres with beautiful landscaped