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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.
Mates or Dates: The Christmas Edition
Wednesday 23 November 2016
Following huge demand, Mates or Dates is back but this time with a festive twist. London is a magical City during Christmas time but it can be a little overwhelming with such a huge variety of things to do, where do you possibly start? Do not fear, the Venue Search London Christmas fairies are here to help...
Read moreA Re-launch to Remember
Thursday 27 October 2016
After undergoing a multi million pound renovation, we were invited down to the re-launch of this iconic Art Deco hotel on Park Lane for a 1920’s inspired party, and boy did they pull out all the stops!
Read moreTrick or Treat: What to do this Halloween!
Monday 17 October 2016
It’s that time of year again! Time to dig out your best costumes, whack some face paint on, and get carving those pumpkins! So we’ve picked our top 5 things to do in London this Halloween!
Read moreFancy a cuppa?
Wednesday 14 September 2016
As avid tea drinkers in the office, it's fair to say we are prone to a spot of Afternoon Tea! But with such a variety of Teas on offer, where do you go? And what style of Afternoon Tea do you chose? Fear not, Venue Search London are here to help!
Read moreMates or Dates
Wednesday 31 August 2016
London is awash with fun, quirky places to eat and drink, but when lumbered with that all-important task of arranging the next bar for a catch up with old friends, or that crucial first date venue, it seems like the most difficult task! So whether you’re with mates or on a date, here are some of Venue Search London’s favourite foodie venues and watering holes.
Read moreSummertime Favourites
Tuesday 9 August 2016
As September fast approaches, the Venue Search London team (along with the rest of London) are scrabbling around trying to make the most of the glorious sunshine at our favourite alfresco spaces in London. So we wanted to share some of our favourite rooftop bars, gardens and terraces that we like to visit with friends to enjoy a cheeky cocktail or two!
Read moreWhy is champagne the perfect summer drink?
Tuesday 2 August 2016
One of the things we love about summer here at Venue Search London is the excuse to drink bubbles at every opportunity. There are so many sporting events or outdoor BBQ's taking place in summer that we never find ourselves short of an excuse to pop a champagne cork or two. We shared some bubbles with the UK Managing Director of luxury champagne brand Lanson, to talk about the wonderfully bubbly stuff and why it's the perfect summer drink!
Read moreCooking Up a Storm at Jimmy's BBQ Club
Monday 1 August 2016
On a warm summer’s evening in July, some of the team at Venue Search London were invited down to a secret garden in Clapham Old Town to sample Jimmy Garcia’s infamous BBQ feast pop-up, and it definitely didn't dissapoint.
Read moreDiary of an Intern... My First Month at VSL
Friday 29 July 2016
From working on briefs for large conferences, Christmas parties and small VIP dinners, to assisting on a summer event at the Natural History Museum for 900 guests, no day is ever the same in the Venue Search London and Story office! Jess Lishman, our newest member tells us about her first month interning for VSL.
Read moreChristmas Dates Selling Fast
Friday 1 July 2016
Yes you heard us right! The Great British summer may have only just kicked in but it is in fact Christmas that is on every event organiser’s lips! Venues are getting booked up fast for the festive period but there are still a few little gems that have some great availability, including some of those ever popular Thursdays and Fridays in December.
Read more12 Surprising things you didn’t know about some of London’s top event venues
Thursday 30 June 2016
Think of the top cities around the world. Then think of their event scenes. Have you reached the same conclusion as us? If you have, then you’ll agree that London has to be up there as having one of the best event scenes on the planet. From dining in a converted public toilet to doing yoga under the Rubens in a former royal residence...the possibilities are endless. Working in our line of work, we are constantly finding out unusual facts about the many event venues, our fair city (London) has to offer. We thought we would share 12 of our recent favourites:
Read moreHost a Meeting at this Boutique Hotel
Wednesday 29 June 2016
This stunning five-star hotel is a hidden gem in the heart of Kensington, offering a variety of event spaces for meetings, conferences and dinners, each one more unique and charming than the one before.
Read more5 of the Best Places in London to Embrace Wimbledon
Friday 17 June 2016
It’s time to reach to that top drinks shelf, dust off the Pimms, stock up on strawberries & cream, and get that champagne in the cool box, all in preparation for Wimbledon 2016. Sadly, not all of us are related to Andy Murray when it comes to securing tickets, so we’ve lined up the next best places to embrace Wimbledon. Whether you’re a huge tennis fan, or just find yourself getting swept up in the Wimbledon spirit, here are some of the best spots In London to catch the action.
Read moreBook a Team Building Event at Jamie Oliver's Brand New Cookery School
Thursday 16 June 2016
This brand new cookery school launched last month offering a range of fun cooking activities, and some of the Venue Search London team were invited down to try out one of the classes. So we donned our aprons and chef hats to find out what this exciting new school is all about.
Read moreSummer Pop-up Returns with a New Look for 2016
Tuesday 31 May 2016
We love a Summer pop-up, especially when it involves killer cocktails and street food galore, so obviously the team jumped at the chance when we were invited in to see this brand new pop-up on the rooftop of the Marriott Park Lane Hotel.
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