Hire Space Blog
Ideas, guidance and inspiration for your virtual & in-person events. Brought to you from the creators of Hire Space, the UK's leading event booking platform.
Venue Finding
New Venues to look out for in 2024
We’re always on the lookout for new and upcoming venues opening their doors throughout the year to recommend to our clients. With the new year setting in, let us do the hard work and take a look at our top picks of new venues for 2024. You won’t want to miss some of these!
8 min read
Summer Parties
8 of The Best Bars to Soak Up The Summer Sun
With the sun finally showing its face, join us in making the most of it with trips to the best summertime bars in London. Check out our top spots to soak up all the sun (and Sangria) going!
4 min read
Summer Parties
The Ultimate Guide to Summer in London
Welcome to your essential summer guide for celebrating in London's best venues. As the city basks in sunshine, it transforms into a vibrant hub of outdoor events, perfect for any occasion.
5 min read
Sustainability
How CSRD Affects Event Professionals in 2024 and How to Prepare
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) introduces new sustainability reporting standards. This blog explores what CSRD entails, the challenges it poses, and how event professionals can prepare and measure their compliance effectively.
4 min read
Conferences
The Top Sustainable Conference Venues in London
It's crucial that your venue aligns with your sustainability objectives when it comes to planning conferences. We've put together this selection of the top sustainable conference venues in London to make going green a little easier - lettuce help you find the perfect spot for your conference!
6 min read
Event Catering
The Top Sustainable Caterers For Greener Events
Check out some of the caterers who are serving up a sustainable change in the industry, from cutting down on packaging, to finding creative ways to use commonly wasted parts of ingredients.
5 min read
Sustainability
The Best Sustainability Tools for Event Professionals
To keep up with the sustainability curve, it’s essential that event organisers adopt the technology and resources to help them in the transition. We’ve put together a list of some of the best tools available to eventprofs to help them integrate sustainability in events.
7 min read
Sustainability
How to Find a Sustainable Venue for Your Event: A Guide for Event Organisers
With sustainability top of the agenda for many event organisers, choosing a sustainable venue for events is essential. Here, we're diving into how to find a sustainable venue, from the key features to look for, to the questions to ask, to make sure you're making your events as green as possible.
6 min read
How To Guide
Beyond the Bowl: The Ultimate Bowl Food Recipes To Wow Your Guests
In the quest for the perfect party or private dining menu? One that combines convenience with style? Look no further than the versatile bowl food!
4 min read
Product Launches
Mirror Mirror: Reflecting Your Brand in Your Event Venue
When it comes to planning an event, it's essential that your venue aligns with your brand. Here are our insights on how to pick out the perfect brand-driven venue to make sure your guests remember your event - and your brand - for all the right reasons.
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Outdoors
Weatherproofing Your Event in 7 Easy Steps
The success of an outdoor event often depends on elements out of an organiser's control. Prepare your events with these essential tips from The Events Structure.
4 min read
Weddings
Top Tips for the Perfect Wedding
Planning a wedding can often feel like navigating a vast ocean of decisions. To help you sail smoothly towards your wedding day, here are top tips for planning the perfect celebration.
4 min read
Christmas Parties
Planning A Christmas Party in 2024
Read our top tips for ensuring this year's Christmas bash is the best ever, from venues to virtual elements and fun experiences!
8 min read
Summer Parties
The Best Summer Party Venues With Outdoor Space
There's nothing like a spot of sunshine to set your summer party off on the right note, and there are plenty of fantastic venues that offer space in the great outdoors. Check out our top venues with outdoor space that are sure to send your summer party stratospheric!
6 min read
Event Tech
AI and Creative Event Design: New Opportunities for Event Planners
In collaboration with Meet England, take a look at some of the key opportunities to maximise the opportunities presented by AI and smart technology.
7 min read
Awards Ceremonies
Top Unique And Unusual Venues For Your Next Awards Ceremony
As awards season kicks off, companies are gearing up to reward the hard work of their employees. And how better to do it than with an awards ceremony that celebrates everyone in style?!
9 min read
Events
7 Corporate Event Trends And Predictions For 2024
From technology to tighter budgets, it's fair to say a lot has changed this year. Here's where we see the events industry heading in 2024, and what you can do to gear up for it!
10 min read
How To Guide
Measuring The Impact Of Your Event: A Guide For Organisers
Whatever the goal of your event, it's essential that you're guided by objectives and use these to measure and reflect on the success of the event. Here, we share our top tips for measuring the metrics that truly matter for in-person events!
8 min read
How To Guide
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.
7 min read
Away Days
11 Amazing Away Day Venues In London
If you haven't kicked off this quarter's tactics, it's time to get your team out and about at an amazing away day. Whether it's a smart and stylish venue you're after or something a little more outside-the-box, with our top picks, you're sure to find the ideal spot to bring your team together!
7 min read
Conferences
6 Exceptional West London Venues for Conferences
Dive into the heart of West London's vibrant event scene with our curated guide of 6 exceptional conference venues. Whether you're orchestrating a high-profile corporate gathering, an educational seminar, or an innovative industry conference, West London's diverse venues cater to every taste.
4 min read
Office Parties
7 Spectacular Venues to Host the Perfect Office Party
Embarking on a quest for the perfect venue to host an office party in London can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. We've curated a list of 7 stunning venues to get you started. So, let's dive in and discover the perfect backdrop for your next office party extravaganza!
4 min read
Gala Dinners
10 Dazzling Gala Dinner Venues for Every Occasion
Whether it's a corporate event, awards ceremony, or a personal celebration, we know that the setting is one of the most important components of a successful event. Here is a selection of venues that stand out. Let's take a look!
6 min read
Awards Ceremonies
7 Class-Topping Venues for Awards Ceremonies
After a gold standard venue for an awards ceremony to celebrate your high achievers? Check out these spectacular settings to roll out the red carpet.
5 min read
Summer Parties
5 Tips For Organising Summer Parties
Organising a company summer party can be daunting... Luckily, we've put together our top tips to set the tone for a summer party that knocks your guests' socks (and sandals) off!
3 min read