Now that lockdown is almost over and we are all so desperate to meet up with friends and family, it’s time to think about booking venues again for parties and events. Whether it’s for private dining, Christmas parties or for a wedding or anniversary celebration, finding the best venue can make all the difference on how well your event goes. It can be confusing though with so many different options. It’s important to find the best choice for your event to go without a hitch so here’s my guide on how to book the best venues and what type of venue you can choose from.
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Historic Buildings
Ideal for weddings or anniversary celebrations, a historic building can give your venue the perfect sense of occasion. There are some beautiful historical buildings available for hire which will make you channel your inner duke or duchess. With luxurious settings it will make you feel like you’ve entered the world of the Bridgertons!
Summer Party Venue
If you want an event that everyone’s going to be talking about for the next few months how about considering a summer party venue? People love socialising outdoors, now more than ever. There are some incredible open air venues to choose from, many with amazing views too! An outdoor venue can make a wedding feel magical.
Top Tip: just check there are provisions if it’s going to be a rainy day, such as a marquee that can easily be put up!
Private Dining and Restaurants
With celebrity chefs getting in on the action and creating private dining spaces in their restaurants, private dining is a great option for a venue for your event. Perfect for birthday or anniversary celebrations or if you’re organising a business meeting where you want to impress your guests. There are so many different options you can choose from for your private dinning experience. Plus the whole process is so easy if you use Squaremeal. They even have hygiene ratings displayed on all listings of every venue, which is reassuring if you want your event to run smoothly and safely!
Cinemas, Theatres and Screening Rooms
If you’re a business person or entrepreneur and you are looking to host a meeting with the wow factor then why not hire a cinema? Cinemas, theatres and screen rooms are perfect as business event venues with the wow factor. Presentations no longer have to be dull and traditional. You can make meetings impressive by bringing high definition to your meetings! A small cinema can also be part of a really fun hen party, with either a sing a long to a musical or a classic romantic comedy.
Landmark Venues
If you’re looking for somewhere with character and a little bit different from the norm why not consider a landmark venue? I always remember the award ceremony I attended at Tower Bridge. It was breathtaking and the night view was incredible, I’ve never been to an event like it before or since!
And did you know you could hire the Tower of London. You can even add on a private view of the Crown Jewels! Or how about a museum? Both the London Transport Museum and the Postal Museum offer venue hire. Or failing that a landmark sports arena could leave a lasting impression. You can hire the Lee Valley VeloPark where Team GB won seven gold medals in the 2012 Olympics perfect if you are looking to motivate and inspire your guests.
How to book the best venues?
Now that you know the type of venues available for your event, how do you go about booking? You can do your own research and then contact a venue directly or put a call out on social media for recommendations. You can also use Squaremeal who have a team of independent critics writing reviews of all the best restaurants and venues in the UK so you know you are booking a quality venue and don’t need to spend hours researching.
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