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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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Conferences

5 Reasons Why We Love Conferences at East Wintergarden

If you're looking to smash through the glass ceiling of conference standards, look no further than East Wintergarden. Here are the reasons we love this venue.

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Unusual Venues

Rock the Boat with an Event at Cutty Sark

Whether you’re holding a wedding, drinks reception or summer party, join us in drooling over this stunning, yet unusual event space.

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Meetings

Magical Meetings at Vintners’ Hall

After months of social distancing, you need somewhere magical to kick off your business meetings. And if you’re looking to inject some sparkle, look no further than Vintners’ Hall. It has all the history, splendour and views you need to sweep your delegates off their feet.

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Awards Ceremonies

Make Waves with an Awards Ceremony at the National Maritime Museum

The phrase ‘not all heroes wear capes’ has always been true, but it feels more relevant now than ever. So, if you’re waiting to celebrate the heroes in your life with a glitzy awards ceremony, check out the historic National Maritime Museum.

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Rooftop Venues

Goodbye Social Distancing, Hello Summer Parties at Smith’s of Smithfield

Looking for a summer party your guests won't forget in a hurry? Smith's of Smithfield is Grade II listed, situated bang in the centre of London, and has the added bonus of some of the most spectacular views in London. What more could you ask for?!

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Christmas Parties

Teerrific Christmasses at Puttshack

If you want your post-isolation Christmas party to be remembered, you’ll need a memorable venue to match. So, you’ll be pleased to know that we’ve found exactly what you need: Puttshack Bank is Puttshack’s newest and boldest venue yet.

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Party

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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Conferences

5 Fab Facts You Didn’t Know About One Birdcage Walk

If you’re looking forward to your post-quarantine conferences, look no further. Full of class and culture, One Birdcage Walk is sure to turn any conference into a success.

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Conferences

Picture the Perfect Conference at LABS House Holborn

If you’re looking to host an unforgettable post-lockdown conference, you’ll need a spectacular venue to match. LABS House Holborn is the answer!

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Christmas Parties

Characterful Christmases at The Postal Museum

It's never too early to start planning this year's Christmas party. And for your first post-pandemic festivities, you need somewhere unique, original and unforgettable... you need The Postal Museum!

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Safer Events

Case Study: COVID-Safe Wedding at RSA House

RSA House, a Hire Space Accredited Safer Venue, recently held its first physically distanced, COVID-safe wedding. Here, we’ll take a look at what measures were put in place to make sure the event was safe, as well as fun and memorable for the couple and their guests.

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Safer Events

Case Study: Hire Space x RSA House Safer Away Day

On Thursday 13th August, the Hire Space team attended an away day held at RSA House, an accredited Hire Space Safer Venue. Here's how the day unfolded.

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Historic Venues

Make History With an Event at Stationers’ Hall and Garden

Just getting through 2020 is likely to land us in the history books. But if you really want to make history with a jaw-dropping post-pandemic event, what better setting than the historic Stationers' Hall and Garden?

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Conferences

Brighten Up Your Conference at Lumiere Underwood

After the events of the past 18 months, hosting a conference at Lumiere Underwood is a great excuse for your delegates to unwind and let their hair down.

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Christmas Parties

Glittering Christmas parties at Gaucho Sloane Avenue

It may only be spring but it’s never too early to start planning your Christmas party. In fact, if your dream venue looks anything like ours, you’ll want to bag a slot at Gaucho Sloane Avenue asap!

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Events

Make Event History at Alexandra Palace

Alexandra Palace is one of the venues we’re most looking forward to returning to once the pandemic passes. After all, Londoners have used Alexandra Park for some much-needed escapism since 1863! So, what better place to mark the end of social distancing?

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Galleries

Gorgeous Galleries: Our Top 5

Galleries are unique and impressive spaces bursting with culture. Here's 5 UK galleries Hire Space are loving for events right now.

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Events

UK Destination of the Month: Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a buzzing city packed with things to see and do – from famous tourist attractions to quaint spots that are just waiting to be discovered. In fact, it has more listed buildings than anywhere else in the UK.

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International Events

March International Destination Of The Month: Zagreb

Marvellous meetings, characterful conferences and daring dining - whatever you're looking for you can find it in Hire Space's International Destination of The Month - the Croatian capital of Zagreb.

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Stadium Venues

5 Pitch-Perfect Sports Grounds For Events

More and more sports grounds and stadiums are opening their doors to event planners looking to add a sporty edge to their events. Hire Space brings you a selection of some of our favourites!

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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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Unique Venue Of The Month

6 Reasons to Get Creative with Your Conferences at RSA House

Tired of hosting your yearly conference at the same old boring venue? If it’s time to switch things up, we’ve got just the place for you. RSA House combines history with social progress, gorgeous architecture and the latest technology.

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Conferences

Characterful Conferences at the Royal Horseguard’s Hotel

A bit of character goes a long way. And if it’s character you’re after, you can’t get much better than the Royal Horseguard’s Hotel and One Whitehall Place. We’re talking Grade I listed architecture, 5-star service and unbeatable views of the Thames.

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Events

UK Destination of the Month: Bristol

This UK destination of the month was recently named the happiest city in Britain. Located on the River Avon, Bristol is home to a thriving arts scene, heaps of green spaces and more independent shops and cafes than you can count.

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