Office Parties

Gain inspiration for your next office party with reviews, venue updates and more from the Hire Space Blog. Organising a work party doesn't need to be stressful!

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Parties

Perfect Pubs And Bars For Summer Parties

As we head towards summer, we're on the lookout for the best party venues out there for a good old knees-up - and we'll take any excuse for one! Here are a few of our favourites featuring pub food, good drinks, and great atmospheres to get you excited for a party or four!

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Christmas Parties

Nail Your Christmas Party With An Event At The Steel Yard

After last year's festive season 'elfectively' being shelved, there's a whole lot of expectation on this year's Christmas party! Master of the cool-but-cosy atmosphere, and filled with nooks and crannies to connect with colleagues, The Steel Yard is guaranteed to hit the nail on the head.

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Christmas Parties

Boost Your Christmas Season With A Party At Bounce

As the calendar hurtles towards December, anyone responsible for planning the office Christmas party knows the struggle of nailing down a great venue in the festive booking flurry. Luckily, we've got a solution up our sleeves: allow us to introduce the incomparably bountiful Bounce!

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Christmas Parties

Host A Magical Christmas Party At EartH or Village Underground

Hold onto your party hats, our venue of the week is a double whammy this time! With not long to go before Christmas is upon us, we thought we'd give you an extra dose of venue inspiration, with two truly stunning venues, EartH and Village Underground, straight from our nice list!

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Christmas

8 Cracking Christmas Party Venues For 2021

We might be a while away from decking the halls, but Christmas parties (and mince pies) are always in the back of our minds. Check out 10 of our top picks for a cracking festive do below.

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Summer Parties

Five Sizzling Venues For Summer BBQ Parties

Summer's in the air, and we're on the lookout for the best venues to throw a BBQ-based summer party. From rooftop terraces to hill top parks, a celebration at one of these venues is sure to be a sizzling success.

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Post-Lockdown Parties at Studio 9294

Ready to throw a post-lockdown party to remember? Whether it's an office party with colleagues or a summer party with friends, Studio 9294 offers a range of quirky spaces perfect for any occasion.

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Virtual Events

9 Festive & Fun Virtual Christmas Party Ideas for Every Team

Chances are this Christmas could look a little different, with chances of second waves and continued social distancing. So, we've pulled together some great virtual Christmas party ideas for your team, so you can stay safe while celebrating like you deserve.

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Unique Venue Of The Month

9 Reasons Why The Brewery is the Venue You’ve Been Dreaming of

Searching for the right venue for your event can feel like wading through treacle - we’ve all been there. You want a venue that’s the right size, in the right location, with the right facilities and the right look. Easier said than done! Or is it…?

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Corporate Entertainment

Hole in One: Swingers City

Swinger's City is a great venue for any corporate event. Kick back and have some fun while you get your work done.

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Hotels

Celebrate Summer in Style at the Bloomsbury Hotel

If you're looking to plan a party, consider the Bloomsbury Hotel, a luxury hotel in central London. Its sophisticated look is perfect for your next event.

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Christmas Parties

Flavourological Festivities at Noho Studios

Noho Studios offers a prime location shop window space for product displays and branding with its own entrance directly into 2,000 sq ft of open plan event space. The former umbrella factory has high ceilings complete with industrial piping, characterful white brick arches and white walls that can be tailored to suit any type or style of pop up . This festive s

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Christmas

Ultimate Christmas Party Songs as Chosen by our Venue Managers

With Christmas Parties being the most booked type of events lately, we ask some of our most festive Venue Managers what their favourite songs for an office Christmas party were! Claire Bastin, Senior Venues Manager at The Postal Museum said that her favourite song for an office Christmas party is Christmas Wrapping by The Waitresses. “The song is from the 80’s and I’m a sucker for 80’s music!” said the festive museum #eventprof. Jason Ehrhart from Puttshack told us that their top tune is

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London Venues

Left Your Christmas Party to the Last Minute? These Amazing Venues Have You Covered

The wine list is planned, the menu looks mouthwatering, you've got an amazing idea for the theme and the guest list is prepared. Is there something you're forgetting? Oh no! You haven't booked a venue! This late into the festive season, surely all the best Christmas venues are booked up? Have no fear and allay your venue vexation as we bring you the best venues still offering Christmas availability. Amazing party spots and eleg

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Team Building

Plan Your Event to a Tee at Puttshack

If you haven’t heard about Puttshack yet, then we’re here to fill you in on the most exciting new venue opening this summer. Part of the Westfield London expansion, Puttshack’s has taken up residence in White City and is on a mission to elevate the humble game of mini-golf. It’s a far cry from the memories of family holidays playing on courses that have seen better days, and inevitably arguing over the sc

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Summer Parties

The Summer Party You've Always Dreamed of at Shoreditch Gardens

Nothing says it is summer like a garden party. A bit of alfresco food and drink, a cool breeze and blue skies. But when you’re in the City finding a vibrant natural space with enough room to host a proper party can be difficult. Shoreditch Gardens offers a gorgeous natural space ready to he

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Christmas

7 Christmas Party Venues To Get Your Bells Jinglin' All The Way

We're aware that it's only June, and you may think we've gone a little bit mad but yes, it's true, we're talking about Christmas parties . It's never too early to book a Christmas party , especially if you need a big venue or a specific date. So, with around 200 days left until Santa gets to work, so, too, begins the race to plan the best possible festive shindig. W

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Cirque le Soir: Unique Venue of the Month

A night at Cirque le Soir is an assault on the senses. Their decadent private club prides itself on being one of London’s most exclusive night spots. With the motto “If you don’t know, don’t worry’ their risque circus theme aims to create a titillating experience unlike any other. As a high-end exclusive venue, Cirque le Soir understands and appreciates the expectation of excellence. This standard shines through e

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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

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Cocktail Inspiration

The London Reign: Venue Review

This Christmas, indulge your guests with a truly ostentatious party at The London Reign Club . Building on music halls traditions with Moulin Rouge-esque flair and opulence, hosting a party at The London Reign is sure to be a night to remember. Christmas parties here will go down in office legend, though it’s up to you whether that’s a good thing. More than just a party, The London Reign’s

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Your Favourite Christmas Treat Will Tell You Where to Book Your Christmas Party

Booking the perfect Christmas Party can be a stressful process. With so many factors to consider, from dietary requirements to how much Crème de menthe is too much Crème de menthe? It's understandable that organising the perfect party is more than a little wearing. While we can't tell you the secret to winning over your boss or keeping co-workers from going overboard on sambuca, but we can help you with the perfect venue. Our venue

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London Venues

Lee Valley Velopark: Christmas on Wheels

This Christmas, the iconic home of Cycling at the 2012 Olympics, Lee Valley Velo Park is hosting a spectacular corporate party . Taking place on Friday 15 December The Jingle Velo Ball and will be the first event of its kind to be hosted by the Olympic legacy venue since opening to the public in March 2014. Your Christmas party

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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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Parties

5 Fascinating Facts about Stationers' Hall

Situated in the heart of the City, a few minutes from St Paul’s, Stationers’ Hall is one of the most sought after spaces for corporate parties. The historic architecture and stately wood panelling make for a magnificent space worthy of the biggest company celebrations. To help you out while you enjoy drinks in the splendid gardens or canapés in the glow of the stained-glass windows, we’ve put together a list

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Weddings

5 Reasons to Book Wembley Stadium for Your Next Event

Wembley Stadium , perhaps the greatest stadium in the UK. The very name of which stirs the soul of any football fan. This great landmark was reopened in 2007 after being reconstructed on the site of the original stadium, built in 1923. Contained within the hallowed walls of this sporting pilgrimage site, are some truly spectacular contemporary events spaces - the exclusive Wembley Suite, the Bobby Moore room, the Great Hall, two signature

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