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The London Summer Event Show

Tuesday 26 January 2016

Banishing the winter blues, the London Summer Event Show was in full swing at Merchant Taylors Hall. We were lucky enough to attend the agency evening and had a brilliant evening, networking with a huge variety of venues and suppliers. 

Top venue releases Christmas design

Tuesday 26 January 2016

We know it's only January but to ensure you get the key dates for Christmas you do need to think ahead! To help get you started, this fantastic central London venue has just launched it's design for this coming Christmas. Suitable for 100 to 1,000 guests, from daytime receptions to formal dinners, it is a great option for a variety of events and celebrations. 

New Summer Venue

Tuesday 26 January 2016

One of the leading racecourses in the United Kingdom is home to 26 race days a year, so outside of that time this venue is a perfect option for a huge variety of events. Situated just outside of London this event space is perfect if you’re looking for a great summer venue outside of London with accessible transport links.

What do these top event venues love about summer?

Tuesday 12 January 2016

Are you and your colleagues suffering from the January Blues? Are you wondering why you don’t just jump ship and move to warmer climes? If so, we wanted to remind you why our fair city is such a great place to be in summer! Our sister company the London Summer Event Show,  spent the day visiting some of the top event venues in London to ask ‘What they love about summer’ in London. Read on to see what they said. 

New boutique city venue opens its doors

Monday 11 January 2016

This hidden gem of a venue opened its doors in December, just in time for the Christmas party season. Originally founded in 1817, this newly opened venue is steeped in history. Once an old Victorian Bath House this venue is one of the most intriguing architectural curiosities, right in the heart of busy London. This interesting and unexpected establishment is the perfect venue to get all your guests talking!

New venue opens its doors in Soho

Thursday 7 January 2016

Reopening its doors on Thursday 28th January, this brand new 'living room' is set to be the newest hot spot in Soho after an all singing and all dancing refurbishment.

Step outside the city to enjoy amazing venues!

Tuesday 15 December 2015

Ever thought about taking your next event outside of Central London. If you are looking for more space for your summer event, amazing grounds then venues just outside of London offer all of that and more. Here at Venue Search London, we have put together a list of some hidden gems for you to consider.

New Corporate Hospitality offering

Monday 30 November 2015

A top London theatre has launched new hospitality packages for the corporate market, following an 18% year-on-year increase in revenue generated from show packages at the venue.

Mindful meetings in 2016

Monday 30 November 2015

Looking to shake up your meetings and conferences in 2016? We have come across a new trend that is hitting the industry 'Mindful meetings'. With more and more research highlighting the importance of mindfulness and meditation in our lives, this new formula incorporates meditation sessions set within the meetings programme. A meditation guru has said that by doing this it allows the delegates to become more aware of the present moment, clear their minds to allow them to help support longer term business objectives.

London Gallery opens its doors to events

Friday 27 November 2015

Looking for a unique space to hold your next event? Then where better to choose than a unique venue located within the heart of central London. Within this fabulous Gallery there are a huge range of elegant event spaces which can accommodate everything from a private breakfast tour or intimate lunch through to a magnificent dinner or drinks reception alongside some of the world’s most iconic works of art. 

Jetting off to NY-LON

Friday 27 November 2015

Tucked away in the famous O2 Arena, a staircase leads the way to the Arrivals Lounge; whether you’re looking for a small VIP area, exclusive hire or a business meeting NY-LON Lounge Bar has a collection of spaces transporting you out of London. Launched 30^th July 2015, NY-LON lets you enjoy two great cities in one stylish space, this fresh-faced venue incorporates modern interior alongside an airline concept linking Virgin Atlantic and Delta flights between New York and London. 

Avoid the winter gloom, come to our show!

Monday 16 November 2015

Looking out of the VSL offices onto Charing Cross road and seeing hoards of people in colourful scarves and big winter coats only confirms what we already knew, that winter is well and truly upon us! 

If like us, you want to rebel against the cold and embrace everything sunny, fun and bright then we would love to see you at the London Summer Event Show in January.

Hire your very own Palace

Monday 16 November 2015

The team were lucky enough to be hosted by Historic Royal Palace at a recent event where they showcased their stunning collection of properties across London, to highlight to us the potential that all of these amazing, incredibly unique spaces have to offer.

Christmas Ski Lodge

Monday 16 November 2015

Looking for a bar this winter with unique décor, where you will have the chance to battle it out with your colleagues with the ultimate winter sport challenge. All whilst enjoying unlimited mulled wine and amazing themed entertainment, then look no further. 

New boutique event space at Somerset House

Thursday 22 October 2015

Somerset House is offering its East Wing for private hire during November and December, in time for the festive season. With views across the stunning Fountain Court and London's most glamorous outdoor ice rink, it can hold up to 300 guests for standing receptions.