Venue Finding

Here you'll find all of our latest content on the best venues around London and the UK, designed to give you an expert's insight into the best choice for your in-person or hybrid events.

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Gala Dinners

Raise A Glass to Exciting Galas at Evolution London

Whether you're planning for this summer, or thinking ahead to awards season, it's never too early to nail down the perfect gala dinner venue. For that, there's nowhere like Evolution London.

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Corporate Entertainment

Impress Your Guests With Exceptional Corporate Entertainment At 12 Hay Hill

If you're on the lookout for an exceptional space to host an evening of corporate entertainment, private members' club 12 Hay Hill ought to do the trick. Offering the perfect pairing of business and luxury, this unusual space is ideal for hosting dinner, drinks, and entertainment in style.

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Unusual Venues

Go Wild with an Event at the Rainforest Cafe

If you can’t escape to the rainforest, why not bring the rainforest to you with an event at the Rainforest Cafe?! It’s the perfect location to get some much-needed escapism and create an unforgettable experience whatever the occasion.

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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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Private Dining

Dare to Dine at Lord’s Cricket Ground

Calling all cricket fans! Picture yourself digging into a sumptuous five-course dinner overlooking the most famous cricket ground in the world. That’s right, Lord’s Cricket Ground is the place to be for all your private dining and gala dinner 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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Cool Venues

13 New London Venues That Should Be On Every Eventprof's Radar

It seems like there are new spaces popping up in London every month these days, and we're here to be the first to tell you which ones are worth the wait!

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Unique Venue Of The Month

Come Together At Abbey Road Studios, Our Unique Venue Of The Month

When you find yourself in times of (venue-finding) trouble, the team at Hire Space are here for you. From legendary Christmas parties, to conferences with record attendance, believe us: nothing's going to change your world like having this venue on your radar!

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Venue Finding

The Hottest New London Venues For 2022

Check out some of our favourite new London venue openings for 2022.

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Conferences

Host A Gold Medal Conference At London Stadium

London Stadium is home to some of the best event spaces in London, and for a stylish conference with impressive spaces, it's a tough one to beat. Here are our recommendations for putting your conference on the podium at London Stadium!

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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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Conferences

Host An Unbeatable Conference At Hijingo

Techy, engaging, and offering an out-of-this-world delegate experience, Hijingo's conference formula is guaranteed to stick in attendees' minds. Here's why we think this venue is a top option for a conference.

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Venue Finding

Finding The Perfect Venue In A Post-Pandemic World

Here are a few important things to consider when looking for a venue to make sure it’s the perfect choice for your event.

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Hire Space

A Day In The Life Of The Hire Space Sales Team

We sat down with our sales team to talk all things sales, day-to-day tasks and why they love working for Hire Space. Check it out!

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Conferences

Drive Your Conferences Up A Gear At The Engine Rooms

If you're looking to drive up engagement at your next conference, it's crucial to have a great venue to get attendees revved up - like instant cult classic The Engine Rooms. Here's why we think this venue is the perfect formula for an engaging conference.

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Conferences

Stand Out With A Conference At St Mary's Venue

It's the season of kick-off conferences, and it's all too easy to come up short when you're vying for audiences. In our experience, having an impressive venue makes all the difference to standing out, so here's our top tip for the setting: St Mary's Venue.

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Venue Finding

Top Tips For Liaising With Prospective Event Venues

Venue finding isn't easy, and it's important to ask all the right questions before committing. Here are some top tips to get you started.

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Venue Finding

Dry Hire Vs Wet Hire - Which is Best For My Event?

Whether you go for a dry hire or wet hire venue will depend on a variety of measures - we explore the pros and cons of both in this piece.

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Awards Ceremonies

Host An Inspired Awards Ceremony At BMA House

With awards season looming, there's no better time to host a ceremony of your own. And if you're looking to live up to the Emmys, you'll need an awe-inspiring venue to nail the atmosphere. Luckily, we've got the winning space at hand: allow us to introduce BMA House, the favourite for this season!

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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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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.

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Christmas Parties

Host The Christmas Party of The Century At Century Club

As summer draws to a close, Hire Space is starting to look ahead to the jolliest season - Christmas! And what better way is there to celebrate the holidays than by throwing a party!

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Hybrid Events

Three High-Class, Hybrid-Ready Wedding Venues In London

Weddings may have the go-ahead but while not everyone can attend in-person, why not add a virtual element to make sure no one misses out on your big day? These three stunning venues are equipped with all the tech needed to make your wedding a wonderful experience for remote and in-person attendees.

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Conferences

Host a Stunning Conference at Southwark Cathedral

An iconic landmark, Southwark Cathedral is a beautiful fixture of the London landscape.

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