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Toaster Masterpiece!
Believe It or Not!, the painting displayed here, a replica of Jean Francois Millet’s masterpiece entitled, “The Angelus”, was created in a toaster from 60 pieces of ordinary white bread. Created ...
Multi-activity inflatable packages!
Introducting our multi-activity inflatable packages! These inflatables can be used inside an office or in large scale shopping malls. Our past showcase brought together Olympic and Paralympic spo...
Your special day at Tudor Barn Eltham
Your wedding day is as important to us as it is to you, and we want it to be perfect. We are the experts at helping you to plan your big day- you will find everything you need for a romantic ceremo...
Shadow Dancers to Hire for Corporate Events
Attraction burst on to our screens in the 2013 series of Britain’s Got Talent. The judges, audience and everyone watching on television were mesmerised by the beautiful shadow dancers. These corpor...
Contraband's female Magician
Katherine is a unique magician and corporate entertainer. She has made a huge impact in the magic world and was unanimously voted into the magic circle. She is a firm favourite for the largest of c...
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! London Breakfast Showcase
The Purple Grape and Ripley’s team are really pleased with their first Breakfast Showcase at this new and exciting venue in the heart of Piccadilly Circus; Ripley’s Believe It or Not! London. Hel...
Event videography top tips pt. 1
Videographer Craig Murdoch discusses best practices for filming your events and conferences! What needs to be filmed? If it's a conference, for best coverage there needs to be a minimum of two cam...
Event videography top tips pt. 2
Videographer Craig Murdoch discusses the best ways to represent your brand in video and video distribution! Using logos in video is crucial! It is important to have your brand logo at the front ...
Are you planning a summer party?
Believe it or not, summer has finally arrived and, you know what that means? It’s party time! It’s not too late to make the most of the beautiful summer weather (it’s coming, we promise!) and ther...
Late Night London's amazing Christmas offer!
Late Night London has 15 years’ experience in event planning, so when it comes to helping you organise your Christmas party, you know you’re in safe hands. Whether it’s entertaining clients or rewa...
Experience high tea at Paramount!
High tea is taken to another level at Paramount, the restaurant and bar at the tip of Centre Point! Ascend 32 floors and enjoy its all-new high tea – the highest in London, no less – with 360-degre...
Banksy exhibited exclusively at the London Film Museum
The Banksy mural 'Slave Labour', that mysteriously disappeared from a north London wall amid wild speculation and intrigue, returns to the capital at The London Film Museum Covent Garden as the lat...
Splash & Tickle teams up with the Bournemouth International Rugby 7s Championship
Creating a new high profile public sports event from scratch is not for the faint of heart, so we were flattered to be asked by organisers Diamond Sports Events to add some “bling” to help ...
The LiveTech 2013 videos!
If you couldn't join us on 30th April for LiveTech 2013 at the Hippodrome Casino, not to worry! Visit our You Tube channel for the full speaker presentations, as well as some short vidoes of the Li...
Bakers’ Hall hosts a grand showcase with Purple Grape and Cooks & Partners!
Bakers’ Hall proudly opened its doors last night to host an exclusive showcase where it revealed its outstanding venue as an exciting, central London event space! Situated inside the Square Mile o...
Global Games Sports & the augmented reality challenge
GlobalGames®Sports were engaged by prestigious performance sportswear brand Mizuno to consult with and deliver activation opportunities for their Performance Centre in London during the Summer of 2...
The Ideas Box Pimm’s Tricylce!
We are delighted to be finally working with London Launch to promote our quirky and unique tricycles to the wider events world! This coincides with our busiest day ever on Thursday 2nd May! We pr...
"rhubarb" at the BAFTA Awards 2013!
“rhubarb” once again caters for the annual BAFTA Television Awards! On 12th May, “rhubarb” provided delicious canapés for up to 1,400 guests as well as a three-course dinner for all the televisio...
Derren Brown teams up with Contraband!
One of the most famous mind readers of present times, Derren Brown is known for his mesmerising mind tricks and psychological games He works deftly with the audience in a jaw-dropping display of ...
See LiveTech 2013 photos and read about what the press is saying!
We are delighted that LiveTech was such a success yesterday! We want to thank everyone who attended for contributing to a dynamic day! Take a look at Londonlaunch's Facebook here to see the first ...
See photos of the Hippodrome Showcase Event!
Over 270 guests enjoyed a fabulously theatrical evening at the Hippodrome on 30th April! Please click here to see the first photos! The curtain was raised by Londonlaunch CEO, Will Broome who, to...
Fiat 500L Dealers Launch Event!
Working for such a high profile client as Fiat, Tebays looked for a partner with exceptional creative qualities and a history of delivering groundbreaking events Having supported Tebays and Fiat w...
Sparklers - LED Drummers!
Sparklers are a group of LED drummers that will seriously excite your guests! These corporate entertainers will make a huge impact at any corporate event or private function. They have a unique l...
Icespiration: When ISES met Icetank and The Ice Box!
Last Monday ISES held an inspired event at Icetank, making the most of the cool surroundings for an innovative talk about 3D printing on the lower ground floor and then up to the main space for som...
Amazing racing & the digital scalextric track!
Amazing Racing is a digital scalextric track based on the legendary 24 Hours LeMans race and is great for corporate entertainment! They use one of the most technically advanced slot car systems in...
Your chance to taste an array of classic and modern Spanish wines!
Wine & cheese tasting This is a classical combination, but sometimes easier said than done! For example, robust wines require robust cheeses, whereas opposites really do attract – sometimes! J...
How to pick the best PR agency
Four things to remember when choosing a PR agency Whether you are reviewing your current PR arrangements, or are a newer businesses using a PR agency for the first time. Here are some golden rules...
Win a three nights stay in a private villa in the Algarve!
Enter this fabulous competition and be in the running for an incredible weekend getaway! Win a weekend for yourself and 19 friends at a beautiful privately owned villa in Portugal! Ideal for a f...
Catch a river cruise and see Rod Stewart 'Live the Life'!
Rod Stewart, CBE is an icon of British music and one of the best selling artists of all time having sold over 100 million records worldwide. He has racked up a whole host of accolades including a ...
Funny Women
After the fantastic success of the Funny Women Charity Challenge in 2012 – we’re delighted to be bringing it back, but this time – there’s a twist. Funny Women are challenging 12 high profile men t...
Speak when you're spoken to...
All media channels want to talk to you, and increasingly they would rather do it "live" Robert Dunsmore, 11/04/13 This development is a challenge for traditional media - how to build in real time...
An inspiring spring menu!
The weather is finally warming up, melting the snow even up north in Scandinavia! Here at Aveqia, spring has inspired us to create a menu full of fresh recipes using the best ingredients that are ...
Second that emotion
Technology is an everyday experience to share – so join the culture of smart thinking! Robert Dunsmore, 08/04/13 Most of our day to day moments can be identified as “second screen” experiences an...
Use the Cake Canape Ladies to wow your guests!
Contraband is proud to bring you The Cake Canapé Ladies! This stunning duo attract attention wherever they go and as corporate entertainers, they will graciously move through your event handing out...
New from Bash Bars!
The spectacular ‘pixelating’ effect MIRROR MOSAIC Bash ROUNDBAR can now be rented for your next special event! This stunning bar, with ice wells, speed rails, adjustable shelving, serving counter ...
ThisBus.com loves a challenge!
ThisBus.com are the providers of the iconic red Routemaster bus, for London events large and small! One intriguing enquiry came through from their website back in January. The request was for a ...
All you need is 'Live'
“Live” as a media appears to be expanding Robert Dunsmore, 04/04/13 I read recently a quote coming out of George P Johnson “digital has only served to grow the events and experiential industry”. ...
Unique structure for sale!
Check out this unique inflatable structure which is for sale through Londonlaunch! Ideal for a wide variety of events, this inflatable structure is in excellent condition and measures a whopping 18...
Is luxury dead?
This was a question raised by communications specialists Imagination for a recent trend briefing Robert Dunsmore, 28/03/13 It is a market that is changing and that will lead to a re-structure tha...
Globalisation - Glocalisation...
Luxury is a global market Robert Dunsmore, 28/03/13 In 2005 Ernst and Young predicted China would spend $11.5 billion on luxury goods by 2015. In 2012 spend exceeded $15.6 billion. So how did som...
Events & the real thing...
One simple tip for technology at events – keep it “real-time” Robert Dunsmore, 26/03/13 The power of your event is the authenticity of a face-to-face connection. Therefore, any data tools or tech...
Fisher Productions produce the launch of Kerastase Couture Styling Range!
On Monday 11th March, Fisher Productions produced the exclusive launch of the Kérastase Couture Styling Range; the brand’s first styling collection, at One Mayfair Over 300 of the brand’s most pre...
Influencing others in THEIR own style
A White Easter as cold as Christmas. Banks ‘as safe as houses’. How (in)appropriate that seems in the current climate. Still, we have to keep the event business going and keep on making money...
Clean up your vocabulary!
It’s that time of year again where you see buds on the trees and people spring-cleaning their offices. It is also time to Spring Clean Your Mind by eliminating words that just don’t serve you. Som...
3 BIG Reasons
Are you looking for a reason to let your hair down, rip your tie off and go a little bit wild this Easter? Well I've got 3 BIG Reasons to help you make that decision! 1. I understand how much you ...
London Fashion Week
Fashion week was a real highlight for Icetank as ‘Charlie May’ invited the fash pack of London to see her stunning new collection at Icetank. With space for models, dressing rooms and hair and ma...
Get the party started…on a private river cruise to see Pink in concert
The O2 Arena has been around for only 5 years but in that time it has been the host to the worlds best musicians and bands including Bon Jovi, Elton John, The Spice Girls, Muse and Coldplay to name...
Miele at Ice Tank
It’s been all go at Icetank in 2013 and we have welcome more and more fabulous brands and innovative ideas through our doors. This week saw a world first- A calorie neutral pop up restaurant, brou...
Brazilian Fantasy Dancers!
Fantasy is a London based group of professional Brazilian dancers with the best Samba dancers, Brazilian entertainment and dance show in the UK! They will bring glamour, excitement, quality perfor...
Venues in London
Venues in London and creating a great event Will Broome, CEO and founder of Londonlaunch Event venues have evolved. Whilst the classic, long established venues such as the grand Mayfair ballroo...
The Art of Getting into Features
A lot media have forward features schedules. These detail the features they are planning to run during the course of the year. Yet few companies think to ask for them, and fewer still act on them. ...
Use the Glass Ball Aerial Act for your next corporate event!
This breathtaking show consists of aerial acrobatics in a floating ball, which has been the main attraction at corporate events around the world. Emilia moves with grace and performs a beautiful sh...
H2o
H2o Orchestra is a music performance where organic sounds meet the electronic world. Acoustic hydro-percussion and digital manipulations make it an innovative and engaging experience. H2o Orchestra...
Hedge Men
The Hedge Men are one of the most original and fabulous walkabout acts in the business. Straight from the pages of a fairy story they burst into life! They walk, talk and create fits of laughter wh...
Junk
Junk is a four-man entertainment company, comprising of an amalgamation of various performing arts elements; from exciting dance/movement routines, to singing, acting, acrobatics and drum beats, th...
Jen the Roo’s stilt walkers
Contraband's Jen The Roo is is an accomplished Brighton-based performer with the ability to charm and entertain any audience, on her own or as part of a group. She is a multi-talented performer, wh...
Stuck for Words? How to create great content
At the heart of good PR lies interesting content. If you have interesting and relevant things to say, journalists will want to write about or interview you, people will want to follow and share you...
The Jet-set Networking Event
Over two hundred and thirty VIP guests ventured south to enjoy a stunning and unique new venue, fabulous canapés, dramatic production and rocking entertainment! Make sure you check out our Facebo...
Contraband's Firewall is the latest trend for corporate events
Contraband's Firewall is an art installation consisting of a piece of spandex and is a fun form of entertainment at corporate events Visuals are projected on the spandex and as people press into t...
Introducing events photographer Ian Scanlon
Londonlaunch is happy to introduce events photographer Ian Scanlon! Ian is based in the Northhamptonshire and London areas. He recently photographed Londonlaunch's monthly Londonlaunch:Learn ev...
How to ensure your PR is picture perfect
Photos are often a real PR afterthought, but you only need to look at the newspapers to see how powerful good photography is Louise Findlay-Wilson, Energy PR A strong photo can really bring to life...
Create your own Canape, and yes you can eat it too!
Design your own seasonal and British canapé with Purple Grape Catering and win the chance of having it made especially for you and your friends by our chefs Visit Purple Grape Catering at the ISE...
The Latest from Our Girl About Town
Our Girl About Town at The Moveable Feast We attend events in the hope of meeting someone new, however at most dinner type events we usually end up being placed at a table filled with people we alr...
Purple Grape wins a £30k marketing campaign
West London-based specialist in event catering and design, Purple Grape, is approaching business in the New Year with the advantage of a £30k marketing campaign. The young company, which counts ...
IceTank Refurbishment Creates a Cool, Industrial Feel
ICETANK has now completed the second phase of their build with the completion of the lower ground floor and high-spec sliding glass doors to separate the areas The second space has a cool, more in...
Ensignbus Vintage - Attention to detail makes all the difference
Every business prides itself on what it has to offer and the services that it provides its clients Many go to great lengths to ensure that the very smallest of detail is just right which is importa...
“rhubarb” Cranleigh and Petworth House
“rhubarb” Cranleigh are proud to be involved with the magnificent Petworth House The 17th century country house is set in a beautiful 700 acre dear park and has beautiful grounds and servants quate...
BME AV Ltd started 2013 with a BANG!
BME AV Ltd started 2013 with a BANG! – Popbang Colour to be precise! We supported Ian Cook aka ‘Popbang Colour’ at this year’s Autosport Show while he created his masterpiece for Dunlop. Ian is an ...
Regional British Menus become Purple Grapes signature dishes for 2013.
Regional British Menus become Purple Grape's signature dishes for 2013 Purple Grape have been working on their new menus for the 2013 spring and summer season and bang on trend, they have created s...
Dancers of the Royal Ballet- A Photographic Exhibition
The Hospital Club hosts NOW IS ALL THERE IS - BODIES IN MOTION Dancers of The Royal Ballet– A Photographic Exhibition The Gallery at The Hospital Club, Covent Garden 25 January 10am - 4pm;...
Race 2 Premiere at the Hippodrome Casino
Saif Ali Khan visits the Hippodrome Casino to launch Race 2 Saif Ali Khan, one of Bollywood's biggest stars, visited the Hippodrome Casino on Monday 14th January to launch his latest blockbuste...
Boom & Bang at the Hippodrome Casino
The Boom & Bang Circus returns to the Hippodrome Casino Following on from their fantastic run in December ‘The Boom & Bang Circus’ return to the Hippodrome Casino with their spectacular ...
Team Building Events- Not just another day in the Office
With over 30 on-site activities to choose from - archery to abseiling, raft building to zip wire - there's more than enough to keep you and your team motivated, challenged and amused at Gilwell Par...
Exploring London's Landmarks with an App
MV Gaucho lets you Explore London’s diamond landmarks with the ‘Royal River’ iPad App Officially endorsed by the Thames Diamond Jubilee Foundation. The user is taken on a multi-media journey alon...
F13 Events joins Londonlaunch offering bespoke event management services
F13 Events offer a bespoke event management service catering for all manner of events, large or small, grand or intimate, private or public Whether you want a dedicated and experienced team to orga...