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.
Sustainability
ESG Initiatives: Optics versus Impact
This article highlights that not all ESG initiatives are equally impactful. Often, visible actions like banning single-use plastics boost reputation, while more effective efforts, like reducing visitor travel emissions, are overlooked. It's time to prioritise what truly matters.
4 min read
Sustainability
Case Study: How ‘You. Smart. Thing.’ Helped the CN Sustainability Summit Reduce Carbon Emissions from Visitor Travel
Learn how the CN Sustainability Summit 2023 cut carbon emissions from visitor travel using ‘You. Smart. Thing.’. Discover how this smart travel solution helped reduce the event’s footprint while engaging attendees in sustainable transport choices.
3 min read
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.
6 min read
Sustainability
The Top Sustainable Christmas Party Venues
Discover the best sustainable Christmas party venues that combine festive charm with eco-friendly practices, from renewable energy to zero waste. Perfect for a green celebration!
5 min read
Conferences
Hire Space's Top 5 Summer Party Picks
Get ready for summer parties that are anything but ordinary! Check out our top 5 picks for the coolest summer venues to make your company event the highlight of the season.
4 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 CSRD Affects Event Professionals in 2024/25 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
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.
7 min read
Sustainability
Setting and Meeting Sustainable Event Objectives: A Guide for Event Professionals with isla
We sat down with isla to discuss how eventprofs can set, measure, and report on their sustainable objectives.
9 min read
Conferences
Why Cinema Venues Are a Blockbuster Hit for Conferences
When you think of a cinema, the first thing that comes to mind might be blockbuster movies, popcorn and a night out with friends. But did you know that cinema venues can also be the perfect setting for conferences?
6 min read
Conferences
The Top 5 London Conference Venues With Great Transport Links
Ready to get set up for success? Here are the top 5 London venues making business travel stress a thing of the past.
4 min read
Away Days
8 of The Best Away Day Venues to Bring Your Team Back Together
Discover 8 of the best away day venues perfect for bringing your team back together. From inspiring locations to exciting activities, these spaces are perfect for boosting team spirit and collaboration.
5 min read
Office Parties
7 Last-Minute Office Party Venues in London
The clock’s ticking, and you’ve left your office party planning to the last minute—but don’t sweat it! London is packed with incredible venues that are ready to host your event, even on short notice
4 min read
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?
4 min read
Event Tech
Exploring AI's Impact on Events: A Comprehensive Guide for Event Organisers
AI is rolling into events in a big way. In this article, we’re digging into the developments in AI and its potential impacts on future events, and looking at ways that eventprofs can stay ahead of the curve.
23 min read
Hire Space 360
How Hire Space Tech Saves Time for Event Planners
Streamline your event planning with Hire Space 360 Tech. Discover powerful tools that simplify venue sourcing, contracts, and payments helping event planners save valuable time.
4 min read
Digital Marketing
Digital Tools to Measure the Impact of Your Event
Modern event organisers have access to a whole arsenal of digital event tools they can use to measure metrics and build a better understanding of how their event performed - and how to improve the next time round. Here are five of the best.
7 min read
Virtual Events
Launch Your Team Into 2025 With A Revitalising Virtual Away Day
Kick-start 2025 for your team by treating them to an exciting and engaging virtual team away day. The options are endless - we list a few of our favourites here.
3 min read
Christmas Parties
Left Your Christmas Party To The Last Minute? These 7 Amazing Venues Have You Covered
You've come to just the right place to get some pointers on finding the best venues at short notice: read on for our round-up of 6 of the best last-minute venues on our radar.
4 min read
Christmas Parties
5 Last Minute Christmas Party Venues in London
Pressed for time? These 5 top last-minute Christmas party venues in London offer style, convenience, and festive cheer, ensuring a memorable celebration without the hassle!
3 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?!
8 min read
Gala Dinners
10 Dazzling Gala Dinner Venues for Every Occasion
Discover 10 stunning gala dinner venues that are perfect for every occasion. From historic halls to chic modern spaces, these venues are sure to impress your guests!
6 min read
Office Parties
8 Super Snazzy Venues For The Ultimate Office Party
We're voting to give the age-old office party formula a snazzy makeover. If you're looking to shake things up at your next office do, here are some of our favourite venues for getting people socialising.
6 min read
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.
8 min read