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Read the latest views and top tips from our free London venue finding experts and see the latest reviews from new London venue openings. Here at Venue Search London we spend hours visiting the coolest conference, party and event spaces so we can recommend the very best London venue for your next event based on our unique knowledge of the capital’s event scene.
2020's Best London Christmas Themes
Tuesday 19 May 2020
The London Christmas Party Show was due to take place last week (12th-13th May 2020). Story Events didn’t want the original dates to go by unacknowledged, so the team put together a range of free online content to keep people engrossed during the lockdown period.
Read moreThe Buzz on Beekeeping at Top London Venues
Tuesday 19 May 2020
While we’re all adapting to a new routine, nature is blooming and taking the opportunity to heal. To celebrate World Bee Day, we’re taking a look at the top London venues creating their own Honey.
Read more19 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Your Christmas Party Venue in London
Friday 22 May 2020
Even in a normal year, the prospect of choosing a Christmas party venue in London can sometimes seem like a daunting task. After all, there are so many different requirements to consider, and there’s so much planning to be done! But there’s no need to worry...
Read more5 key practices to be implemented in event venues post Covid-19
Monday 1 June 2020
The UK's lockdown is beginning to ease, many bars and restaurants remain closed whilst offering collection and delivery options. As the Events and Hospitality industries remain closed, many have started to look at putting policies in place to ensure guests are safe when they are able to reopen.
Read moreBuilding up for Blue Orchid Hotels
Tuesday 2 June 2020
We love a new venue opening and there’s going to be an exciting new 5* addition to Blue Orchid Hotels in central London. Located in the heart of the West End, this large London hotel is going to be an opening not to miss.
Read moreThe Life of Pi - Take 2
Wednesday 3 June 2020
Yann Martel's famous book (then movie) relates the story of Pi and a tiger alone on a lifeboat and then on a spooky carnivorous island. This form social distancing was not optional for Pi, but what can his mathematical cousin tell us about venue capacities with social distancing measures in place..?
Read moreAre exclusive hotel and venue hires the way forward?
Saturday 6 June 2020
Initial soundings from some of our corporate event buyers are giving us an early indication of what type of venues might be first on the list as and when the demand for conferences and social events returns to London. Here is some of our thinking....
Read moreThree Top Good News Stories from 2020
Tuesday 9 June 2020
Lately it can feel like the world has stopped. But at VSL, we have been keeping an eye on all the great ways our industry has been progressing throughout lockdown - and there is a lot to look forward to. Here are our three favourite good news stories from 2020 so far.
Read moreNew Opening: The Peninsula London
Tuesday 9 June 2020
We love a new opening and it’s even better news to hear of progress in London during a lockdown. The Peninsula London is an exciting new 5* London venue due to open in 2021, extending their renowned international portfolio to our fair City.
Read moreLondon Venues are ready to open their doors...
Wednesday 17 June 2020
It is clear from a recent webinar hosted by our Founder, Sam Gill, that London's leading venues are now ready to open their doors to events as soon as they are prermitted to do so. More importantly, results from a survey indicate that the vast majority of potential attendees are keen to attend!
Read moreOur top five venues with outdoor space to enjoy this summer
Monday 22 June 2020
It’s safe to say that we have all made the most of our outdoor space these past few months, from socially distanced picnics to garden BBQ’s.
Here at Venue Search London we have missed soaking up the atmosphere that our favourite venues bring, but now we can meet up outside!
Read moreBooking Venues with Confidence - Our "Safe Event Assurance" policy
Thursday 25 June 2020
Venue Search London’s have just updated their "Safe Event Assurance" policy to reflect the Government's guidance on the October re-opening. This will bring peace of mind to any companies looking to book events into London venues.
Read moreGreat Ideas and Innovation this Summer
Thursday 25 June 2020
As we start to feel optimistic for the return of our much loved hospitality industry, Venue Search London discuss the innovative concepts and ideas to bring us back together this summer.
From Pop up's to alfresco dining and bringing the experience home we look forward to welcoming you back!
Read moreSupport us as we Walk All Over Cancer
Wednesday 1 July 2020
Please follow us throughout the month of July as the Venue Search London and Story Events teams Walk All Over Cancer. We've always been very proud of the team spirit that Story shows and the unyielding support our team offer one another. In both the good times and more importantly, the less good.
Read more6 venues and theatres supporting #LightItInRed action for the UK events industry
Tuesday 7 July 2020
You might remember back in April when Venue Search London shared with you the venue and landmarks around the UK which were illuminated blue for #lightitblue in support of the NHS and carers during Covid-19.
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