Venues & Events
(menu)WHAT'S NEW: LONDON
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Burlesque Soirée at The GoreIf you don't have plans for tonight, pop down to Bar 190 at The Gore Hotel, where an intimate burlesque soirée is taking place from 8pm-1am. Burlesque attire is not essential, but strongly encouraged! The Gore’s specially created Supper Club in the Tapestry Room will also be open for dinner all evening.
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Mask Bought by ConcertoNews just in: the creative event organising firm Mask has been bought by The Concerto Group for an undisclosed sum. The deal secures all Mask's 2008 Christmas events at the popular Truman Brewery, and the company's flamboyant managing director, Arthur Somerset, has been retained as a consultant.
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Horsing Around400-capacity venue The Hoxton Pony rode into town last night, bringing a successful mix of edgy, modern design to Shoreditch. A team of top mixologists have created delicious cocktails using freshly-made syrups and purees, while food has been inspired by 'east end grub' - think pies and mash, jellied eels and pig's head terrine.
Champions League Private Screening
Tickets are selling out fast for Delfina's corporate hospitality screening of the Champions League Final on Wednesday 21 May. The big match between Manchester United and Chelsea will be screened live accompanied by champagne and a three-course dinner. Click through for details.
Get Graphic in Soho
Graphic has just opened in Golden Square, Soho and it's one of the most inviting bars we've stepped inside for a while. Available for exclusive hire for 200, with large windows opening onto the square, it boasts over 40 bespoke cocktail creations and a 'skewer-based' food offering. The dark wood panelling is lightened up by dozens of circular light shades suspended from the ceiling, and chesterfield booths complete the stylish backdrop. Perfect for stand-up summer drinks occasions...
WHAT'S NEW: UK
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Libeskind Rooms open at IWM NorthThe architecturally stunning Imperial War Museum North has just opened its first daytime meeting spaces, the Libeskind Rooms. Each of the two rooms can accommodate up to 48 delegates theatre style or together up to 100. Take advantage of a special 'early bird' rate of £40pp plus VAT for events being booked and taking place before September 2008.
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Cambridge Chosen for UK's First DoubletreeThe UK's first Doubletree by Hilton™ hotel is now fully open for business (formerly Cambridge Garden House Hotel). Nestled in a pretty, riverside setting by the River Cam, more than 3,600 square feet of indoor conference space is available - and don't forget to pick up one of those famous choc-chip cookies at the check-in desk.
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Red Carnation Blooms in GuernseyKeep an eye on Guernsey: Red Carnation Hotels has just purchased The Old Government House Hotel, in St. Peter Port. The 63-bedroom Hotel is the most historically famous in the Channel Islands, dating back to 1858, and Carnation is undertaking a sympathetic restoration programme, with the hotel remaining open throughout.
Entertain at the Tower
European Events has won the contract to host summer parties at the Tower of London from June to July 2009. Centred around the historic moat, their marquee in the North Moat will hold 800 seated or 1,200 for a reception and a garden reception area is planned for the West Moat.
WHAT'S NEW: HOSPITALITY
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Hog Roast at NewburyTogether with Laverstoke Park Farm, Newbury Racecourse have created a Summer Sizzler hospitality package using organic produce and an authentic open spit fire. Try Organic Spit Roast Pig, Wild Boar or even Water Buffalo!
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A First for Bolly at AscotBollinger has chosen Royal Ascot as the first public venue at which its new Rosé will be served. A decade in the making, only 3,000 cases will be released this year in the UK, so get booking those hospitality packages!
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Dinner with South African Cricket TeamEnjoy dining with the South African cricket team in July at The Conservatory at Chelsea. As well as a champagne reception and three-course dinner, you get the chance to chat with the players and participate in a Q&A session.
Flower Power Rocks at Hampton
If you missed out on Chelsea Flower Show this year (20-24 May), don't forget to book a place at the wonderful Hampton Court Flower Show (8-13 July).
Alfresco - Venues with Outdoor Areas
