Re-inventing the wheel 30 Jul 2013 We guarantee the EDF Energy London Eye is one of the top 5 iconic landmarks on the tip of your tongue! Since opening in March 2000 the London Eye has become a symbol of modern Britain and is visited by over 3.5 million people a year.This week we have launched a joint event promotion with the London Eye, where by if you book a Dinner or a Dinner Dance at the SEA LIFE London Aquarium during 2013 you will receive a complimentary London Eye Experience for your event guests. Read More about Re-inventing the wheel
You’ve got the memories and you’ve got the degree – so what next? 29 Jul 2013 It's that time of year again when a student's life comes to an end and the graduate is born.For some a huge relief to have survived those fond years filled with assignments, hangovers and other miscellaneous activities that don't need mentioning.You've got the memories and you've got the degree, so what next? Read More about You’ve got the memories and you’ve got the degree – so what next?
It’s hot and so is Christmas at our party venues! 25 Jul 2013 As the temperatures have been soaring over 35 degrees and we have had the driest day in 267 years (have we really been measuring rain fall for that long?) It seems the hot weather has brought out the Christmas cheer and enquires for Christmas have been coming in steady here at Merlin Events. However, they are not just any, it’s all about blood and gore. The clients want an anti-Christ Christmas solution and the London Dungeon with impaled Santa and Rudolf trapped in a bear trap seems to appeal. Read More about It’s hot and so is Christmas at our party venues!
BBQ inspiration for your weekend ahead 17 Jul 2013 This week we hear from 'Food by Dish' who love a good summer BBQ and want to inspire you for the weekend ahead.... Read More about BBQ inspiration for your weekend ahead
Green Shoots of Recovery for our event venues? 17 Jul 2013 Property prices are starting to perk up thanks mainly to our esteemed chancellor giving away £15billion of interest free loans and a pent up demand for properties due to the lack of homes being built.  Yet, can we really be sure that as the Bank of England governor makes himself comfortable at his desk that we are on a true road to recovery or is this conservative bubble to create the illusion of recovery just in time for the next election? Read More about Green Shoots of Recovery for our event venues?
Our top picks for London this Summer! 10 Jul 2013 To celebrate our after hours VIP tours at our London attractions this summer, the team have come up with our top picks of things to do across London which we think you should try, from yoga runs to wearing animal onesie's on a Friday night! Tell us what your latest find is in the city by commenting on the blog below, our favourite 10 answers will win a pair of London Dungeon tickets! Read More about Our top picks for London this Summer!
Top ten tips on how to organise a successful networking event 10 Jul 2013 With clients being time poor, they will be very selective with which events they will go to and the day of supplying a glass of wine and nibbles in a meeting room of a hotel have long gone for networking events.  Here are my top ten ideas for delivering a successful networking event Read More about Top ten tips on how to organise a successful networking event
Breaking the Ice with Entertainment 25 Jun 2013 Fun as most events end up being, those opening moments where guests are faced with a room full of people they don’t know can be a little nervy. Even the most experienced networker needs a little help striking up conversation with fellow event-goers and a well planned event makes this as easy as possible. Read More about Breaking the Ice with Entertainment
Are you not working networking? 13 Jun 2013 The events industry is renowned for networking; we network with others to create events and we deliver events for people to network.Over the next month Merlin Events will be inviting some of the top voices of the events industry to give you the tips and skills to work the room like Austin Powers and organise the best networking events in town.  Read More about Are you not working networking?
How to avoid a sticky situation at a cocktail party 10 Jun 2013 This week, Bella Blackett from Dish Catering shares her thoughts on the best bites for networking.'We have all attended networking events where the food is more hassle than it’s worth. I regularly fear for myself and my peers when they are eating messy food whilst dressed in their finest. I am always very aware of sticky food, sticky fingers and the worst; sticky clothes!' Read More about How to avoid a sticky situation at a cocktail party