Quirky Venues
Looking for a quirky, unusual venue for your event? Read reviews, see photos and get recommendations from our team of eagle-eyed venue connoisseurs.
Awards Ceremonies
Awesome Awards at the Eventim Apollo
From the Oscars to the Oliviers, nothing says ‘awards ceremony’ like a grand and glitzy theatre. And if it’s a bit of old-school glamour you’re after, you can’t get better than the Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith.
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Christmas Parties
Why You Should Choose an Activity Bar for Your Next Christmas Do
Discover why activity bars are the ultimate choice for your next Christmas party. From competitive games to festive food and drinks, these quirky venues guarantee a fun celebration.
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Venue Finding
Subterranean Soirées at The Postal Museum
The Postal Museum is a unique underground venue that's the site of the historic Mail Rail. A fascinating venue that is sure to get your guests talking.
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Christmas Parties
London's Most Unusual Christmas Venues
Tired of the same old Christmas party venues? This year, why not switch things up and throw your festive bash somewhere that’s truly out of the ordinary?
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Conferences
Discover London's Top 11 Quirky Conference Venues
Looking for a venue with a difference for your next conference? Look no further! Here are 11 of London's quirkiest offerings.
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Venue Finding
Dreamy Sunsets and Sparkling Skylines: Seasonal Parties at ArcelorMittal Orbit
When you’re throwing a party, you’ve got to wow your guests. And we reckon the best way to thrill them is with an amazing location. Enter ArcelorMittal Orbit Tower.
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Birthday Inspiration
Host Parties With Style At The Little Scarlet Door
From its quirky, characterful design, to its retro entertainment, prime location, and versatile layout, The Little Scarlet Door takes corporate parties to a new level - here's what's waiting for you inside!
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Corporate Entertainment
Host The Event Of Your Dreams At Night Tales
With a beautiful backdrop and all the event support you could ask for, Night Tales is the stuff of dreams! Whether you're looking to party the night away, or blow your guests away with a new product, here's what this fantastic venue has up its bedecked sleeves!
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Parties
5 Reasons Why TOCA Social Is Perfect For Your Next Party
Have you been waiting to organise springtime fun, only to be disappointed by the weather? It's time to start planning indoors!
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Christmas Parties
Score Maximum Points With A Party At TOCA Social
On the lookout for a one-of-a-kind party venue that's guaranteed to get guests talking? We've got a space that'll do just the trick: football-themed venue, TOCA Social! Read on to find out why this venue kicks all others to the kerb!
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Cool Venues
Play Your Cards Right With A Product Launch At Hijingo
Bored of your usual haunts? We've got the perfect spot to spice up your socials. Our unique venue of the month is bringing bingo back with a flashy, fun twist - read on to find out why we love Hijingo for a whole score of events.
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Team Building
Set Your Event Off With A Bang At Clays
Clays may be the new kid on the block, but it certainly knows how to host an event with a BANG! Perfect for team building, away days, client events and Christmas parties, read on to find out why this venue hits all the marks for a social event.
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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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Cool Venues
Get Ready, Set, Go at ArcelorMittal Orbit
The unique design of the ArcelorMittal Orbit provides an unrivalled backdrop for any event. Guests will be amazed at the views from 114.5 metres in the air as they enjoy a breath-taking panorama of up to 20 miles across London at the award-winning events venue.
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Events
Boat Party at Barge East, Anyone?
Looking for a unique location to host your next party? Why not consider a boat?
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Unique Venue Of The Month
Unique Venue Of The Month: 58VE
A dedicated events venue, 58VE is the perfect blank canvas space, situated in the heart of London.
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London Venues
This Is Why London Has Such Unique Venues
At Hire Space, unusual venues are the name of the game. Passion to find a unique venue for an event seems to be unabated in London, but it's of little surprise when taking into account all the amazing spaces the capital has to offer. But just why is London filled with so many unusual venues for hire? We investigated: Romans, Saxons, Normans, Tudors and Stuarts. The Black Death, two World Wars and one Great Fire. London has seen it a
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Manchester Venues
Summer Nights and Seasonal Dishes at Manchester Art Gallery
Looking for a Manchester venue that will wow your guests for you next summer party? Look no further than Manchester Art Gallery
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Unique Venues
The Remarkable Roundhouse
Once a railway engine repair shed, this Grade II listed building was transformed into the groundbreaking performing arts venue 50 years ago, and is now synonymous with the biggest names in music, theatre, circus and spoken word. It is, of course, the Roundhouse . A Bit of History Originally built in 1847 by the London and North Western Railway as a
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Meetings
Meetings at the Stationers' Hall
The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers once held a monopoly over all publishing in England, today they draw their members from across the media from advertising to newspapers and digital media. What better place then, to host your next meeting or conference , than the guild hall of a livery company so closely tied to the communication of ideas. Meetings at Stationers’ Hall
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London Venues
How Well Do You Know London's Venues?
So you want to be a venue expert? Impress your colleagues with an encyclopaedic knowledge of London's best venues? Care to put your knowledge to the test? The challenge is simple, identify which are the bonafide, genuine Hire Space venues and which venues are pure hokum. Our Venue Experts got 15/15, can you? For more on London's best venues check out the Hire Space Blog
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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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Venues
What Sort of Venue Are You?
It's the question that keeps you awake at night. Am I a historic venue? Or more of a party venue? Finally, we have the answers you've been seeking. Thanks to extensive psychoanalytical research, combined with our wealth of venue expertise and experience we're able to finally answer the question that has haunted the events industry for too long. What Sort of Venue Are You? Though the answer may be shocking, with this essential knowledge you can pursue your venue goals with new vigour. Whether y
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Events
Unique Venue of the Month: The London Eye
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
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