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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.
New 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 more2020'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 moreLondon Event Buyer Survey - The Results
Thursday 14 May 2020
We had some great up-to-date insights into London corporate event buyers' sentiment around their event plans for the Autumn and Christmas seasons. You can also view the recorded webinar on the short-to-medium term future of the UK events market, which includes thoughts from our Founder, Sam Gill.
Read moreLondon Christmas Party Show Unwrapped - Two days of free online content
Wednesday 6 May 2020
The London Christmas Party Show was originally due to take place on 12 -13 May 2020, the organisers (Story Events) didn't want the original dates to go by unacknowledged so have put together a whole host of free online content to help enrich peoples bodies and minds during the lockdown period...
Read more7 venues we can't wait to visit after lockdown
Friday 1 May 2020
As we move into the seventh week working from home, and with limited freedom during lockdown, many of us are adapting to the "new normal". There has been a huge amount of community spirit displayed across the nation and so many event venues and suppliers have been sharing their secrets.
Read moreLondon Conferences in the "New Normal"
Wednesday 29 April 2020
There has been much chatter in the industry in recent days about how company conferences in London and other major cities might operate safely and effectively as and when these gatherings are permitted.
Read moreBooking your 2020 Christmas Party - Top Tips in testing times
Tuesday 21 April 2020
With the understandable risk of further regulation over our ability to deliver safe events, here are a few thoughts on how to secure your Christmas party venue with confidence. There is no doubt that a December get together may be a welcome celebration, so here are a few thoughts from our team...
Read more7 London museums you can hire
Monday 20 April 2020
London is home to a huge amount of museums, showcasing everything from ancient history, London transport to modern art and design. Venue Search London want to share with you 7 museums in London which you can hire for your next corporate event.
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